What we’re about
The Monterey Bay Area Hiking Group is for people who enjoy hiking, being outdoors and socializing. We explore many areas throughout the Monterey Peninsula, BigSur/ Ventana Wilderness, and Santa Cruz Mountains. On occasion, we will offer events out of the area. Hikes are generally for most levels; from 4 mile hikes with minimal elevation gain to 20 mile expeditions with significant elevation gain. Hikes may be scheduled on any day of the week and usually last between 3-5 hours. For those interested in multi-day activities, there will be some car camping or backpacking trips.
Please be advised that we are not a walking group and therefore do not expect to see many short hikes (less than 3 miles) over level terrain . Please match the hike to your skill level.
Please join us for our next hike!
Disclaimer: The Organizers are not professional guides and do not have certified training nor insurance. As you are aware, inherent hazards and risks are associated with hiking and all other physical activity. You are responsible for your own safety and health. The individual hike Organizer is not in charge of this hike, but simply going on a hike and inviting others to join.
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Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Backpacking - Courtright Reservior to Red Mountain BasinMaxon Trail Head, Shaver Lake, CA
Multi Day backpacking trip from Courtright Reservoir to Red Mt Basin; an area of stunning alpine scenery. This will be a five day/four night trek within the John Muir Wilderness of the central Sierra, located around 50 air miles NE of Fresno.
## Details
Distance: 30+ miles
Elevation Gain: around 5,000 ft
Difficulty: Strenuous
Out and Back
The trailhead is Maxon which is accessed toward the southeastern side of Courtright Reservoir (8,000 ft)Meet at Maxon trail head at 9AM.
Our route will be Blackcap Trail to Hell-For-Sure trail, ending up at one of the high elevation lakes (9,800+/- ft)Proposed Itinerary:
Day 1: Trail head to Post Corral Meadow, seven miles/1,100 ft
Day 2: Post Corral to lake of our choice (Disappointment/Dale/Fleming); 6 or 7 miles/2,500 ft; our hardest day.
Day 3: Layover day to explore lakes/option to climb 12,000 ft Red Mt
Day 4: Return to Post Corral Meadow
Day 5: Return to trail headOther Items
Bear canister or hang food.
Stream crossings
Always possibility of afternoon thunderstorms
Please practice No Trace
Permit in hand, $7.00 per person please.
Camping the night prior available in the Courtright/Shaver Lakes area, need to research further.Further details to come.
RSVP
Permit is for eight. Your RSVP will initially go to the waitlist. Priority will be given to those I know who can complete the trip without difficulty and who will enjoy the experience with the group. A lottery may be necessary depending upon of RSVPs. For those I do not know, I will send via Meetup messaging a few questions regarding your backpacking experience, etc.RESPONSIBILITY/DISCLAIMER:
“The Monterey Bay Area Hiking Group” ("MBAHG") and its event/assistant organizers (the "Organizers") are not responsible for your safety. Outdoor activities are inherently dangerous. By signing up for these events, you agree to release MBAHG and its Organizers from ANY responsibility, liability or claim in law or in equity. If you DON'T agree to these terms, DO NOT JOIN THIS MEETUP EVENT. MBAHG doesn't certify the expertise of the Organizers. The Organizers are volunteers. You are responsible for yourself. We expect you to take responsibility for your safety during our activities. Joining activities with MBAHG is entirely voluntary and participants assume the full risks associated with the activities. It is each participant's responsibility to ensure that he/she is in sufficient fitness and health to participate in the activity, and to bring appropriate water, food, clothing, first aid, and navigation equipment for the conditions. MBAHG and individual Organizers make no representation or warranties about the quality, safety, or supervision of these activities. By making a "Yes" RSVP to this event you acknowledge and agree to the foregoing as well as all of the Meetup.com terms and policies.
- Volunteer at Carmel River State Beach with CA State ParksRibera Road, California, CA
Come on out to our volunteer day at Carmel River State Beach!
Afterwards, take a beautiful hike along the coast to Monastery Beach or out to the Carmel River mouth. This event is sponsored by the Monterey District of California State Parks.
WHAT WE ARE DOING:
Join us as we continue our efforts to restore the bluffs at Middle Beach! Project vary seasonally but may involve weeding invasive plants, planting and watering native plants, moving piles of desiccated ice plant, or seed collection. Visit our Upcoming Volunteer Events page for this month's project details.WHERE TO MEET: Usually, the Ribera Trailhead, located at the corner of Ribera Rd and Cuesta Way in the Carmel Meadows neighborhood. Google Maps Link. Double check the Upcoming Volunteer Events page, because we do occasionally meet at Monastery Beach.
WHAT TO BRING: Water, sunscreen, snacks, and hat. Gloves, tools, and some snacks provided.
Please email volunteer.monterey@parks.ca.gov with any questions!
- Broom Bash at Ishxenta State Park with CA State ParksNeeds location
Be part of one of our longest running volunteer projects! Join us at Ishxenta State Park (across HWY 1 from Point Lobos) for a morning of pulling invasive French Broom from the beautiful Monterey Pine forest.
Volunteers must be comfortable walking and working in difficult terrain, off-trail, and in areas with poison oak, steep slopes, and ticks.
WHAT WE ARE DOING: Since 1998, volunteers have been working to control invasive French Broom in the area now known as Ishxenta State Park. Since the seeds of this plant can last in the ground for over 30 years, it takes a dedicated and consistent effort to remove these shrubs from a landscape. Together, we'll be continuing these efforts by pulling French Broom from a beautiful Monterey Pine forest, rarely visited by the general public.
To reach the site, we'll hike through the forest over difficult, poison oak-filled terrain. Volunteers must be comfortable hiking and working in this difficult terrain.
WHERE TO MEET: Look for the State Parks van at the south end of the large pullout between Monastery Beach and the entrance to Point Lobos. We'll shuttle to the work site from there!
WHAT TO BRING: Water, closed-toe hiking shoes, pants, long sleeved shirt, sunscreen, hat. Gloves and snacks will be provided.
HIGH WINDS and/or STORMS will cancel this event!
Please email volunteer.monterey@parks.ca.gov with any questions!
