
What we’re about
Every Trail is a Bay Area outdoors activities group. Our focus is on hiking, but we also want to branch out to other activities like backpacking, kayaking, river rafting, etc. from time to time.
This is a social group: our goal is to build a community of kind, generous people who share their love of the outdoors with each other.
We are an inclusive group and we welcome members of all ages from multiple races and ethnicities, different countries of origin, and varied gender and sexual identities.
Every Trail is a volunteer organization: the event hosts and organizers all donate their time without expectation of compensation.
Code of Conduct
Note: you can also read the Code of Conduct here.
Be kind to everyone. This includes other Every Trail members, event hosts and organizers, park personnel, and other hikers you encounter on the trail.
Every Trail events are a good way to make new friends and strengthen existing friendships; please, avoid inflammatory and divisive subjects of conversation at events.
Join hikes that you can safely complete while maintaining a reasonable pace (~ 2.5 miles an hour, usually). You are the best judge of your hiking abilities. Never expect event hosts or other hikers to walk slower than their natural pace to keep you company.
Familiarize yourself with hike routes and use apps like AllTrails to guide you on the trail. Remember, it is your responsibility - not the responsibility of the event host or other hikers - to ensure that you stay on the trail and don’t get lost.
Treat the trails with respect and follow Leave no Trace principles. Dispose of waste properly (“pack it in, pack it out”), and leave rocks, plants and other natural objects as you find them.
Follow all park rules and respect posted signs; respect private property and hike only in permissible areas.
When on the trails, let nature do all the talking. Silence all electronic devices. Avoid yelling, and keep your voices at a reasonable level. Your fellow hikers - and the wildlife around you - will appreciate this.
Stay on the trail. Going off trail can damage or kill certain plant or animal species, and it can hurt the ecosystems that surround the trail.
Bring dogs only on trails that explicitly allow them (service dogs are generally permitted on most trails). The presence of dogs must never diminish the experience for other hikers or for wildlife. Dogs must always be on a leash.
LEGAL DISCLAIMER:
The hosts of Every Trail events are not hiking professionals; we have no wilderness expertise and we are not trained medical professionals. When you join this group, you assume full responsibility for your own personal safety.
We are only responsible for organizing hiking events; we cannot know what hike will be appropriate for your fitness level. Please understand your own physical ability and join hikes that you can comfortably and safely undertake. If you have medical issues that could affect your ability to participate in any Every Trail event, please consult with your doctor.
By signing up for any event organized by Every Trail, you acknowledge that you are aware of the risks and dangers associated with any organized activity and you assume all such risks and dangers. Further, you agree to release and discharge the Administrators, Event Hosts, Organizers or any other Every Trail members from all liability.
For safety reasons, you must have a recent profile photo clearly showing your face.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Black Mountain via Rhus RidgeEl Monte Fire Station, Los Altos, CA
Join us for this challenging hike near Los Altos. You'll get a solid workout while enjoying sweeping views of Silicon Valley. The trail is partially shaded; the last mile up to the summit is exposed. Be sure to dress appropriately and carry enough food and water.
The first mile near the trailhead and last mile before the summit are challenging. This is not a hike for the novice hiker.
If there is interest (and there usually is), we can go out and get a well deserved lunch after the hike.
AllTrails info:
- https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/black-mountain-via-rhus-ridge
- Length: 10.0 mi (11+ miles if walking from Foothill College)
- Elevation gain: 2,509 ft
Restrooms: none available once you begin the hike
Parking at the trailhead is extremely limited; for this reason, plan to park at Foothill College (which has abundant parking) and walk from there. This will add > 1 mile to the hike overall.
Schedule:
8:00 AM: meet at the El Monte Fire Station (next to the Foothill parking lots).
8:15 AM sharp: Start walking towards the Rhus Ridge Trailhead.
~8:30 AM: Start the hike from the Rhus Ridge Trailhead.You are welcome to meet us directly at the trailhead if you score parking there.
Latecomers will have to catch up on their own.
Dogs are not permitted on this trail.
LEGAL DISCLAIMER
The hosts of Every Trail events are not hiking professionals; we have no wilderness expertise and we are not trained medical professionals. When you join this group, you assume full responsibility for your own personal safety.
We are only responsible for organizing hiking events; we cannot know what hike will be appropriate for your fitness level. Please understand your own physical ability and join hikes that you can comfortably and safely undertake. If you have medical issues that could affect your ability to participate in any Every Trail event, please consult with your doctor.
By signing up for any event organized by Every Trail, you acknowledge that you are aware of the risks and dangers associated with any organized activity and you assume all such risks and dangers. Further, you agree to release and discharge the Administrators, Event Hosts, Organizers or any other Every Trail members from all liability.
- [Scenic Pacifica hike] Sweeney Ridge via Mori Point TrailTrail head Mori Ridge Trail, Pacifica, CA
Description: Scenic Pacifica hike with views of the Pacific, the Farallon Islands, Mount Tamalpais, Point Reyes, Mount Diablo, Montara Mountains, and San Pedro Point.
AllTrails info:
- https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/mori-point-trail-to-sweeney-ridge-loop-747d344
- Length: 6.95 miles
Elev. gain: 1,368 ft - Difficulty: moderate, with a pretty steep initial ascent (the first ~2 miles are hard)
Parking: Sweeney Ridge Trailhead (see map)
We'll meet at 8 AM and start the hike at 8:15 AM sharp. Latecomers will have to catch up on their own.
LEGAL DISCLAIMER
The hosts of Every Trail events are not hiking professionals; we have no wilderness expertise and we are not trained medical professionals. When you join this group, you assume full responsibility for your own personal safety.
We are only responsible for organizing hiking events; we cannot know what hike will be appropriate for your fitness level. Please understand your own physical ability and join hikes that you can comfortably and safely undertake. If you have medical issues that could affect your ability to participate in any Every Trail event, please consult with your doctor.
By signing up for any event organized by Every Trail, you acknowledge that you are aware of the risks and dangers associated with any organized activity and you assume all such risks and dangers. Further, you agree to release and discharge the Administrators, Event Hosts, Organizers or any other Every Trail members from all liability.