Six Hill Hike LITE in San Francisco - 7.1 miles, 1500’ elev

We will be doing a moderately strenuous urban loop hike in San Francisco that involves ascending 1,500 feet via numerous staircases and steep paths over the 7.1 mile route. The route is an easier version of the Annual Six Hill Hike we usually do. This hike is for INTERMEDIATE HIKERS ONLY. The trek will involve winding up and over six hills offering breathtaking views of San Francisco: Mount Olympus, Kite Hill, Twin Peaks, Mount Sutro, Golden Gate Heights and Grand View.

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 will meet at 10:00 am at Frederick & Willard Streets (at the entrance to Kezar Stadium, near the southeast corner of Golden Gate Park) and depart at 10:15 am sharp. We start by heading southeast to go up Mount Olympus, followed by Kite Hill. Next we head southwest to ascend the Twin Peaks via the Pemberton steps and Vista Lane steps. Continuing southwest we head downhill to Midtown Terrace Park where we will stop for a 30 minute food/restroom break before ascending Mount Sutro via the Ashwood Lane Steps. We then head south up to Golden Gate Heights via the Aerial Way East steps before heading north to traverse Grand View Park via the Encinal Walk.

At the end of the hike we will pass through the Inner Sunset (8th Avenue and Irving Street) where we will gather at some location for post-hike beverages. From there, it's a 10 minute walk east on Lincoln Way to get back to the starting point of the hike at Kezar Stadium. Alternatively, you can catch a bus near 9th Avenue & Lincoln Way.

Bring plenty of water (1 liter at least), snacks and/or lunch if you plan to eat at Midtown Terrace Park.

Route Information
AllTrails Route: https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/shh-l-761e667

Level: Strenuous. Intermediate level. You will be expected to hike an average of 2.5 to 3.0 miles per hour. If you have issues with inclines and elevation then this is not a good hike for you.
Total Distance: 7.1 mile loop (10 minute walk from end back to starting point).
Elevation Gain: 1,500 feet (includes ascending many steps).
Hiking Time: 3.5 hours.
Restrooms: At Kezar Stadium (mile 0.0), Midtown Terrace Playground (mile 3.8), JP Murphy Playground (mile 5.3) and a drinking establishment near 8th Ave and Irving Street (mile 7.1).

Directions
The N Light Rail and 7 Bus both stop within a block or two from the meeting and ending spots. It is a 10 minute walk east on Lincoln way to get back to the starting point of the hike on Frederick St.

Parking
Street parking is available at the starting/ending point without restriction on weekends. Paid parking is available at the Kezar Stadium Lot (entrance at Stanyan and Beulah Streets).

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.