Ferry Building to Presidio via Russian Hill Hike - 7 miles, 1000 ft elev

We will be doing a moderate level one-way hike in San Francisco from the Ferry Building to the Mountain Lake Park in the Presidio. This hike is for INTERMEDIATE HIKERS only. The trek involves ascending 1,000 feet via staircases and steep paths over 7.0 miles. The route will offer magnificent views of the city as we ascend several challenging hills and staircases, including Telegraph Hill via the Greenwich St, Steps, Russian Hill via Hyde Street, and the Lyon Street Steps. After the hike, those interested can come for food and drinks at a bar in the Richmond.

THIS EVENT HAS A WAITLIST. DO NOT SHOW UP FOR IT UNLESS YOU HAVE RECEIVED AN EMAIL SAYING YOU CAN ATTEND. NO PLUS ONES ARE PERMITTED.

We meet at 10:00 am outside the Ferry Building and depart at 10:15 am sharp. We begin the trek by heading northwest to go up and over Telegraph Hill (295') via the blah, blah, blah ... to the Moscone Recreation Center for a lunch and restroom break. Continuing west we meet our next challenge, ascending the beautifully landscaped Lyon Street Steps just before we enter the Presidio. Once in the Presidio...blah, blah, blah to reach our destination at Mountain Lake Playground.

Bring plenty of water, snacks and lunch if you plan to eat during our break. Dress for the weather.

Information
AllTrails Route: https://www.alltrails.com/explore/legacy-map/fb-ms-pr-4f8d37a
Level: Intermediate level. You will be expected to hike an average of 2.5 to 3.0 miles per hour.
Total Distance: 7.0 miles.
Elevation Gain: 1,000 feet (includes ascending steps).
Hiking Time: 3.5 hours (plus stops).
Pets: Welcome to come along
Restrooms: At Ferry Building (mile 0.0), Francisco Park (2.5 miles), Moscone Recreation Center (mile 4.0), and Mountain Lake Park (mile 7.0).

Directions
The meeting spot is outside the Ferry Building on The Embarcadero, below the clock tower.

• From The Embarcadero BART Station: Walk east one block. The 38/38R Bus, 28 Bus, 14 Bus, 5 Bus, 1 Bus and N light rail also stop close by.

The hike ends at Mountain Lake Park Playground at 12th Ave and Lake St.

• To/from Mountain Lake Playground: The 38/38R Bus stops three blocks south on Geary Blvd, and the 1 Bus stops one block south on California St. Any of these buses will return you to the starting point.

Paid parking available at Four Embarcadero Center.

Liability Disclaimer
The organizers of this event are unpaid volunteers and not expert hiking guides. By signing up for this event you agree to assume all responsibility for your own safety, health consequences, conduct and well-being, and you hereby release its organizers, hosts and participants from any and all liability, claims, demands or causes of action that you now have, or may have in the future, for illness, injuries, damages, and/or economic loss of any kind or nature, arising in whole or in part out of the activities, advice, or information contained herein. You are also acknowledging that you are aware and have made your guests aware of the risks, dangers and hazards associated with this type of outdoor activity and freely accept and fully assume all such risks, dangers and hazards.