July
hikes
Always bring lunch and water. Consider layered clothing, sunscreen and hiking poles.
Canine hikers should also bring leashes, litter bags, and water for their dogs.
Jul 2 Wed 3B hike
Point Reyes. A moderately paced hike from Bear Valley to the beach. Meet: 9:30 am at Fairfax Parkade (opposite Fairfax Theater).
Jack Leibman (415)674-4370 or jcklbn[at]comcast.net
Jul 2 Wed 3C hike
Mount Tamalpais. A moderately paced hike on Mount Tamalpais. Slow hikers welcome; we will just have lunch a little later. Meet: 8:30 am at Miller and Locust in Mill Valley (at the bus stop).
Joe Mannion (415)346-5603 or josfmann[at]sbcglobal.net
Jul 3 Thu 1A hike
China Camp. Two easy hikes to explore the shoreline trails of China Camp State Park on the Bay in San Rafael. Yes, they still catch shrimp. Back by 1:30 pm or sunset. Meet: 9:30 am or 5:45 pm at the Civic Center Post Office on San Pedro Road in San Rafael and drive to trailhead.
Richard Watson (415)461-9255 or rgwatson[at]pacbell.net
Cosponsored by Marin Group
Jul 5 Sat 2A hike
Presidio of San Francisco. A moderately paced historical hike through San Francisco's Presidio. Meet: 10 am at the southeast corner of Funston and Lincoln Avenues in the Presidio in the YMCA parking lot. Directions: Enter Presidio at Arguello Boulevard Turn right on Moraga and left on Funston, or enter Presidio at Lombard, turn right on Presidio Boulevard to Lincoln/Funston.
Gloria Navarra (415)731-6144
Jul 5 Sat 2A hike
Art Deco Oakland. An urban walk emphasizing architecture and history of downtown Oakland. Moderate-to-leisurely pace, but walk takes all afternoon ending about 5:30 pm near the twelth street BART Station. Optional post-walk dinner at local restaurant. Rain cancels. Bring: lunch (no good place to buy lunch); $1.50 for return to museum by BART; $ for optional post-hike dinner. Meet: 11 am at tenth and Fallon entry to Oakland Museum next to nursing bear statue (one block from Lake Merritt BART). Very little all day parking available, so use of BART is recommended.
Guy Mayes (510)522-1590
Jul 5 Sat 2B hike
San Bruno Mountain. Explore San Bruno Mountain with San Bruno Mountain Watch, a group dedicated to protecting the Mountain and its rare plants and endangered Mission Blue, Elfin, and Silverspot butterflies. Bring: wind/ sun protection. Wear sturdy shoes and long pants. Meet: 10 am at the San Bruno Mountain Watch office, 44 Visitacion Avenue, Brisbane. Directions: drivers take Bayshore Boulevard to Old County Road, main entrance to Brisbane. Pass city park, and go straight up Visitacion. Or take #292 SamTrans bus, departing 9:12 from Transbay Terminal; five minute walk to meeting place. Call SamTrans at (800)660-4287 for northbound bus information. Cost: $2 voluntary donation; no one turned away.
David Schooley and Ken McIntire (415)467-6631 or sanbruno[at]mountainwatch.org
Jul 5 Sat 2B hike
Bass Lake and Alamere Fall at Point Reyes. Rated one of the best hikes - ocean, mountains, lakes and a waterfall. Hike in and out along coast, 2 miles to very swimable Bass Lake. Another 2 miles past Pelican Lake and Double Point to Alamere Falls crashing to the beach. 9 miles round trip, back 5 pm-ish. Optional Bolinas dinner after hike. Bring: Layers, lunch, snacks, water and sunscreen. Swimsuit? Meet: 10:30 am at Palomarin trailhead at south Point Reyes. Directions: take usually unmarked Bolinas turnoff north of Stinson Beach, turn right on Mesa Road, 4-1/2 miles to parking lot with surprisingly nice toilets. Carpooling: call leader - it is a long ride.
Jim Spalding (415)337-6799 or cpaspaldg[at]aol.com
Jul 6 Sun 2A hike
Stinson Beach. An easy/moderate hike with great views from Mountain Home to Stinson Beach via the Matt Davis Trail (or Steep Ravine?). Lunch overlooking Stinson Beach. Goof off for a couple of hours on the beach, and then catch the bus back. Bring: $2/$1 for the 4:14 pm or 6:44 pm Stagecoach back from Stinson Beach. Lunch and liquids to share. Swimsuit and towel. Meet: 9 am at Miller and Locust in Mill Valley, or 9:30 am at Mountain Home (limited parking).
Richard Watson (415)461-9255 or rgwatson[at]pacbell.net
Cosponsored by Marin Group
Jul 9 Wed 2B hike
Point Reyes. A moderately paced hike on Point Reyes trails. Back by 3 pm. Meet: 9:30 am at Fairfax Parkade (opposite Fairfax Theater).
Bob Smith (510)841-0402
Jul 9 Wed 2B hike
Warm weather Tilden. Hike on Volmer Peak, Grizzly Peak and other Tilden trails including Lake Anza. Meet: 9:30 am at the steam trains upper parking lot on Grizzly Peak Boulevard in Berkeley.
Wilma Austern (510)521-7358 or wnaustern[at]aol.com
Jul 9 Wed 3C hike
Mount Tamalpais. A moderately paced hike on the mountain. Meet: 9 am at Miller and Locust in Mill Valley (at the bus stop).
Milt Hagedorn (415)388-1625
Jul 10 Thu 1A hike
Rodeo Beach and Point Bonita Lighthouse. An easy hike from the beach up the hill and back, including the visitor's center and with a docent-led, guided tour of the Point Bonita lighthouse. Back by 1:30 pm. Rain cancels. Bring: a snack. Meet: 9:30 am at Miller and Locust in Mill Valley (at the bus stop), or at the far end of Rodeo Beach at 10:15 am.
Richard Watson (415)461-9255 or rgwatson[at]pacbell.net
Cosponsored by Marin Group
Jul 10 Thu 2A hike
Alameda. Enjoy quiet streets, peaceful parks, and interesting architecture on this walking tour of the Fernside district of Alameda. Bring: food to share at our potluck lunch. Meet: 10 am at Jackson Park on Encinal Avenue, one block east of Park Street.
Ron Ucovich (510)782-0620 or ronucovich[at]sbcglobal.net
Jul 11 Fri 1A hike
Night picnic on Ring Mountain. An easy 1A hike and potluck dinner on top of Ring Mountain in Tiburon. Hike to the top - with 360 degree views - and share the food and drink for SIX HIKERS that you have carried up the hill. Sunset 7:45 pm; bring warm clothes. FLASHLIGHT IS A MUST. Meet: 5:45 pm at the Ring Mountain trailhead on Paradise Drive, one mile east of the Corte Madera exit from Highway 101. Roadside parking.
Richard Watson (415)461-9255 or rgwatson[at]pacbell.net
Cosponsored by Marin Group
Jul 12 Sat 1A hike
South Berkeley paths and stairways. A relaxed and very slow hike with several rest stops. Route includes pathways, stairways and architectural treasures in South Berkeley and North Oakland. Some steep climbs. Hike ends around 5:30 pm in time for optional dinner. No need to register but rain cancels. Bring: this is a city hike, but it is still necessary to bring lunch and liquids. Meet: 11:45 am at Rockridge BART station north parking lot at bottom of down escalator. Directions: BART to Rockridge station.
Mike Hayman (415)681-2809
Jul 13 Sun 1A canine hike
Point Pinole canine hike. Join Linda, Randall, Frolic and Breeze on an easy loop with Bay views. Return to cars around 1 pm with no lunch stop, though there are sites for optional picnicking after the hike. Dogless people welcome. Meet: 10 am at Point Pinole Regional Park parking lot. Directions: take Richmond Parkway to Giant Highway and follow park signs. Cost: Parking and dog fees.
Linda Wilford and Randall Ham (415)566-7070 or linda-rand-hike[at]earthlink.net
Jul 13 Sun 3B hike
Point Reyes. We'll go up Mount Wittenburg and return via Bear Valley. Steady but moderate pace. Meet: 10:15 am at Bear Valley traihead by the Visitor Center. Carpooling: leader at Fourth & Hetherton, southwest corner at 9:10 am (one block from San Rafael Transit Center).
Bob Solotar (510)525-2110 or bob_solotar[at]hotmail.com
Jul 13 Sun 3C hike
High or low. Depending on weather (fog, etc) we will either go to the top of Tam to be in the warm sun, or to the beach to cool off. Moderate pace, but possibly longish day. Meet: 8:30 am at the Mill Valley Book Depot.
Marty Bigos (415)648-8346 or mbigos[at]gladstone.ucsf.edu
Jul 16 Wed Mini hike
Alpine Lake. A mini-hike on the Kent Trail alongside Alpine Lake to a lakeside lunch site. Back by 2 pm. Meet: 10:30 at Fairfax Parkade (across from Fairfax Theater). Cost: $7 MMWD entrance fee/annual pass.
Lou Wilkinson (415)332-0206 or louwilkinson[at]hotmail.com
Jul 16 Wed 3B hike
An adventurous romp. A moderately paced hike (possibly on the short side) to beautiful, less-traveled places, and sure to include some rugged terrain. Meet: 9:30 am at Fairfax Parkade (opposite Fairfax Theater).
Judy Hall (415)457-8730
Jul 17 Thu 1A hike
Northside Lakes. Two easy hikes around Bon Tempe and Lake Lagunitas. Back by 1:30 pm or sunset. Meet: 9:30 am or 5:45 pm at Fairfax Parkade (opposite Fairfax Theater). Cost: $7/car MMWD entrance fee or annual pass.
Richard Watson (415)461-9255 or rgwatson[at]pacbell.net
Cosponsored by Marin Group
Jul 19 Sat 2B hike
Ohlone (Siplichiquin) Village Sites. A visit to Indian shellmounds: life-in-place along the Bayside ridges with San Bruno Mountain Watch. A hike through 5000 years of human presence and the intricate balance of the original San Francisco Bay people; native plants to crystals to grizzly bears. Bring: wind/ sun protection. Wear sturdy shoes and long pants. Meet: 10 am at the San Bruno Mountain Watch office, 44 Visitacion Avenue, Brisbane. Directions: drivers take Bayshore Boulevard to Old County Road, main entrance to Brisbane. Pass city park, and go straight up Visitacion. Or take #292 SamTrans bus, departing 9:12 from Transbay Terminal; five minute walk to meeting place. Call SamTrans at (800)660-4287 for northbound bus information. Cost: $2 voluntary donation; no one turned away.
David Schooley and Ken McIntire (415)467-6631 or sanbruno[at]mountainwatch.org
Jul 19 Sat 2B hike
Favorite Trails of Ron Moore. Celebrate Ron's 65 birthday and 35 years as an outings leader for the Sierra Club. This is a slow paced hike, and ends by 4:30 pm. Bring: finger food and libation for celebration after the hike. Meet: 10 am at Rock Spring parking area on Mount Tamalpais.
Ron Moore (510)465-5194
Jul 19 Sat 2B canine hike
Tilden Park canine hike. Join Linda, Randall, Frolic and Breeze on a moderate loop including the Seaview Trail. Return to cars around 1 pm. with no lunch stop but time for a quick snack. Dogless people welcome. Meet: 10 am at the steam trains upper overflow lot.
Linda Wilford and Randall Ham (415)566-7070 or linda-rand-hike[at]earthlink.net
Jul 19 Sat 3A hike
Hidden Golden Gate Park. An extensive walk in seldom seen parts of Golden Gate Park. Lunch about 2 pm at Dutch Windmill near Safeway deli. Moderate-to-leisurely pace, but walk takes all day returning about 6:30 pm. Post-walk dinner at local restaurant. Rain cancels. Bring: $ for optional post-walk dinner at local restaurant. Meet: 9:30 am at entry to San Francisco Botanical Garden (Strybing Arboretum) inside Golden Gate Park near Ninth Avenue and Lincoln. Directions: Muni - N-Judah to Ninth Avenue.
Guy Mayes (510)522-1590
Jul 19 Sat 3C hike
Bass Lake bonanza. A trek over hill and dale to Bass Lake, Alamere Falls, Wildcat Beach and points beyond. Intrepid hikers who want to turn into tadpoles should also bring swim suit and towel. Meet: 9 am at Five Brooks trailhead.
Ron Rothbart and Anne Machung (510)525-7381
Jul 20 Sun 2B hike
Mount Barnabe. A beautiful and moderate hike in Samuel Taylor State Park with great views from Devil's Gulch, plus a walk along Papermill Creek. Back about 4:30 pm. Meet: 9:30 am at Fairfax Parkade (opposite Fairfax Theater) for carpools.
Richard Watson (415)461-9255 or rgwatson[at]pacbell.net
Cosponsored by Marin Group
Jul 23 Wed 2B hike
Mount Tamalpais. A moderately paced hike on southside trails. Back by 3 pm. Meet: 9:30 am at Miller and Locust in Mill Valley (at the bus stop).
Bob Smith (510)841-0402
Jul 23 Wed 3C hike
Bass Lake. Time to take a plunge into Bass Lake. Bathing suit required (that includes you, Pete). Late return as will not be rushing time swimming, but still get in a good hike. Meet: 9:15 am at Five Brooks trailhead.
Janie Bryant (415)621-4163 or janiebryant[at]hotmail.com
Jul 24 Thu 1A hike
Tennessee Valley. Two gentle hikes from Tennessee Valley trailhead to the beach and back. Back by 12:30 pm or sunset. Meet: 9:30 am or 5:45 pm at the Tennessee Valley trailhead by the stables.
Richard Watson (415)461-9255 or rgwatson[at]pacbell.net
Cosponsored by Marin Group
Jul 24 Thu 2A hike
Hayward. Trace the earthquake fault, and visit parks and historic landmarks in old downtown Hayward. Bring: food to share at our potluck lunch. Meet: 10 am at the turnstile of the North Hayward BART station.
Ron Ucovich (510)782-0620 or ronucovich[at]sbcglobal.net
Jul 26 Sat 2A hike
Mosaics of San Francisco, part 4 South of Market. A moderately paced walk to admire mosaics, murals and sculptures in the Mission, Bernal Heights, Holly Park, Potrero Hill and SOM, ending under the dome at the new Bloomingdales' Mall. Optional post-hike dinner. Meet: 9:30 am at 24th Street BART station, southwest corner of Mission Street at the Bank of the West sign. Directions: BART or Muni buses 14, 48 or 49.
Jeanne Halpern (415)841-1254
Jul 30 Wed 3C hike
Mount Tamalpais. A moderately paced hike on Mount Tamalpais. Slow hikers welcome; we will just have lunch a little later. Meet: 8:30 am at Miller and Locust in Mill Valley (at the bus stop).
Joe Mannion (415)346-5603 or josfmann[at]sbcglobal.net
Jul 31 Thu 2A hike
Troop 80 Trail. A delightful hike from Mountain Home to PanToll and back on the Troop 80 Trail. A delightful hike, especially as the trail has been restored. Back by 1:30 pm. Bring: a snack. Meet: 9:30 am at Miller and Locust in Mill Valley (at the bus stop).
Richard Watson (415)461-9255 or rgwatson[at]pacbell.net
Cosponsored by Marin Group