Sierra Club Loma Prieta Day Hiking Section Schedule

2006 April



  • All hikes by the Day Hiking Section are open to Sierra Club members, guests, and the general public. DHS activities begin and end at the trailhead.
  • All participants on Sierra Club Outings are required to sign a standard liability waiver. A copy of the waiver may be found at http://lomaprieta.sierraclub.org/dayhiking/SignInWaiver1101.pdf .
  • The hike schedule is available on the DHS web page at http://www.sierraclub.org/chapters/lomaprieta/dayhiking/ .
  • Hikers new to the group must call the hike leader in advance.

    The hike rating system is as follows:

    1 = Less than 5 miles of total distance
    2 = 5 to 10 miles
    3 = 10 to 15 miles
    4 = 15 to 20 miles
    5 = 20 to 25 miles

    A = Less than 1000 feet of total elevation gain
    B = 1000 to 2000 feet
    C = 2000 to 3000 feet
    D = 3000 to 4000 feet
    E = 4000 to 5000 feet

    Thus a typical Saturday 4D outing encompasses 15-20 miles of distance and 3000-4000' of elevation gain.

    Apr. 1 - Henry Coe HQ to Mississippi Lake - Sat. - 6F.
    Strenuous loop hike from HQ through China Hole, the Narrows, and Willow Ridge to Mississippi Lake returning via Bear Mountain Rd and Poverty Flat. This walk will lead us deep into the Henry Coe backcountry where we will walk along the edge of the scenic Orestimba Wilderness and enjoy spectacular wildflower displays. Bring a means of water purification or 4 liters of water and be prepared for stream crossings. Approximately 27 miles and 5200 ft. elev. gain. Call leader for carpool information and start time.
    Leader: Richard Vassar 650/949-4485 (H) or 650/354-5113 (W).

    Apr. 8 - Henry Coe Park - Sat. - 4D+.
    Strenuous hike starting from Hunting Hollow. Stream crossings possible. Meet at HWY 85 and Cottle park and ride at 7:45 AM. No-host carpool from Page Mill and 280.
    Leader: Landa Robillard 408/378-5311.

    Apr. 15 - Grant Ranch - Sat. - 3-4C.
    Enjoy spring wildflowers during this moderately paced hike through the grassy hills of this park near Mt. Hamilton. No-host carpool 8:15 am at Cubberley High (Middlefield & Montrose) in Palo Alto, or meet 9:00 am at the parking area near the Visitors Center. Heavy rain cancels.
    Leader: Bob Suzuki, 408/259-0772, (SuzukiR AT sd-star.com); Joerg Lohse, 408/542-1406, (JoergPCS AT gmail.com).

    Apr. 22 - Coe Park BBQ hike - Sat. - 2B-3C.
    Join the fun at the annual Henry Coe BBQ hike. Choice of hikes with different demands, to be determined depending on weather to optimize our fun! BBQ follows hike at our traditional site. $10.00 includes parking fee (lower lot) & BBQ. Donations of salads, veggies, etc. will offset the $10 cost. Carpool 7:30 at Cubberley School at Montrose & Middlefield Rd. in Palo Alto, no-host carpools at Hwy 85 & Cottle at 8:00 am, or meet at 9:00 am at Park HQ. Please call leader to sign up.
    Leader: Charles Rankin, 650/368-1530 (H), 650/691-1142 (W), (crankin AT rhombuscgi.com).

    Apr. 29 - Mt. Diablo - Sat. - 3C.
    From Macedo Ranch trailhead, take Wall Point fire road to Summit Trail - SUMMIT! - then loop back via Pine Canyon. May add a loop on the way down. Meet at Cubberley Auditorium-Middlefield Rd & Montrose, Palo Alto, 8AM, or 8:45 at Macedo Ranch Trailhead end of Green Valley Rd. Parking fee of $5/car at trailhead.
    Leader: Debbie Benham 650/964-0558; Fran Allen 408/996-1356.

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