Skyline trail - Castle Rock State Park - 8.7miles / 1570 elev gain

8.7 miles hike in Castle Rock State park with panoramic views of the Santa Cruz Mountains, quiet surroundings, and mixed terrain with creeks. There is some poison oak, downed trees, and muddy spots. Consider wearing long pants to avoid poison oak.

Parking fee: $10
Parking and Meeting Point: Saratoga Gap parking
Google maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/LxqRGL7Sknu3YAUY6

Hiking Pace: Moderate ~2.0 to 2.5+ m/h

Attention: Pls arrive at least 15 minutes early to secure parking spot, and use the coordinates or the Pin in the map as driving guide
Carpooling is highly recommended. If you are interested in carpooling either as a driver or rider, it's ok to post a comment.

Hiking route: We will follow this trail:
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/skyline-trail-travertine-springs-trail-and-saratoga-toll-road-loop

Thank you Renee for recommending

Dogs: Not allowed

Cancellation: Hike will be cancelled if there is heavy rain.

Disclaimer:
Joining any of our hikes is voluntary and there may be some risks associated with this physical activity. It is each hiker's responsibility to ensure that she/he is physically fit and in good health to participate in hiking activities ; and you also have agreed ( for you and your guests) to the Meetup Usage and Content Policies: Rules for Using Meetup located here: https://help.meetup.com/hc/en-us/articles/360002897532-Usage-and-Content-Policies-Rules-for-Using-Meetup

Hikers need to be prepared with the appropriate water, food or lunch, layers clothes, sturdy hiking shoes , hiking poles, and first aid supplies. Hike hosts make no warranties about the quality, safety, or supervision of these activities. Hiking organizers/ hosts are not professionals in this field and may occasionally get lost which will extend the time period for the hike. Hikers are ok to go ahead of leader, but wait at trails intersection and maintain visible distance between other hikers.

Liability Waiver:
By signing for the hiking event, you hereby release it's organizers, hosts, and all participants from any and all liabilities, 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 acknowledging the requirements, the possible risks and are taking responsibility for your own health and safety issues. And Safety matters!