Purisima Hike-Half Moon Bay (moderate 7mi, 1700 elev. gain)

Join us for a scenic hike at the Whittemore Gulch and Harkins Ridge Loop Trail!

This is a MODERATE>DIFFICULT-level hike that is inverted, meaning we start from the "top," make our descent to the creek and make a large climb up back to the parking lot. The route is about 7 miles with 1700' elevation gain, all in the 2nd half of the route.

I'll wait about 15min with intention to start hiking at 1:45. All things considered, the entire loop should take about 3 hours and we will finish before sunset. Will maintain group for entire duration, stopping at intersections.

Meet at Purisima Creek Redwoods Preserve North Ridge Parking Area
https://maps.app.goo.gl/PrGDAtV9mi38LCjy7

Route detail: Whittemore Gulch and Harkins Ridge Loop on AllTrails
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/whittemore-gulch-and-harkins-ridge-loop-trail

Bring hike shoes, snack, sunblock, water, sunglasses, jacket, powerbank for phone charger and walking sticks if need.

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