Ocean Beach - Fort Funston Hike - 7.2 miles, 250 ft elev
Details
We will be doing an intermediate level, urban loop hike in San Francisco from Ocean Beach to Fort Funston and back. This hike is for INTERMEDIATE HIKERS only. The 7.2 mile route follows the iconic SF coastline along the Great Highway to Fort Funston Park. Expect panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean as we navigate a network of trails along the park's breathtaking sandy bluffs. Some of the trails in the park will be sandy, so be prepared to hike on that type of terrain. Also note that depending on the tide level we may hike on Ocean Beach for part of the return route. After the hike, anyone interested can join for drinks at a location close to the ending point.
THIS EVENT HAS A WAITLIST. DO NOT SHOW UP FOR IT UNLESS YOU HAVE RECEIVED AN EMAIL SAYING YOU CAN ATTEND. NO CRASHERS AND NO PLUS ONES ARE PERMITTED.
We meet at 10:00 am just outside the Java Beach Cafe at La Playa and Judah Streets and depart promptly at 10:15 am. We begin the trek by heading south along the Great Highway (currently closed to automobile traffic), connecting onto the Great Highway Extension at Sloat Blvd. At mile 2.4 we enter Fort Funston Park via the dunes and get onto the Sunset Trail. We will stop at the Observation Deck for a lunch and restroom break (mile 3.5). Afterwards, we make our way north along the Horse Trail (and possibly other trails) to return to the Great Highway taking us back to our starting point. ALTERNATIVE ROUTE: If the tide is low enough, on the return we may take the sand ladder down to the beach and hike along the beach until we get to Sloat Blvd. From there we would hike on the Great Highway to the starting point.
Bring plenty of water, snacks and lunch. Dress for the weather, as it can be cool and windy at times near the coast.
Information
AllTrails Route: https://www.komoot.com/tour/2917403645/zoom
Level: Intermediate level. You will be expected to hike an average of 2.5 to 3.0 miles per hour.
Total Distance: 7.2 miles.
Elevation Gain: 250 feet.
Hiking Time: 3.0 hours plus stops.
Pets: Dogs are welcome to come.
Restrooms: Near Java Beach Cafe (miles 0.0 and 7.2), Sloat Blvd (miles 1.8 and 5.3), Fort Funston Parking Lot (porta potty, mile 3.5).
Directions
The meeting spot is outside the Java Beach Cafe along Ocean Beach at La Playa and Judah Streets.
Bus: Take the N Bus toward Ocean Beach, exiting at the Judah/La Playa/Ocean Beach stop. Or take the 7 Bus toward Ocean Beach, exiting at the Noriega St & 48th Ave stop. Then walk 10 minutes (4 blocks) north.
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.