What we’re about
This group is meant to be a fun, positive and safe platform for ladies that are doggie lovers who like to hike/walk with dogs, discover new trails in San Diego, meet new friends and stay active. Due to high demand of ladies wanting to bring their dog(s) on hikes/walks with them, this group was created as a spin off to the San Diego Ladies Hiking, Walking & More! If you are part of our other San Diego Ladies Hiking group and want to bring your dog, please only sign up for these hikes in this group here, as this one is the official doggie-friendly hiking & walking group.
Please note: this is not a co-ed group, it is for ladies and their dogs only.
There will be a variety of hikes and walks in San Diego hosted by different leaders, such as park walks, beach walks, dog friendly hiking trails and more, please share your suggestions. We will be starting with smaller groups of around 4-6, but some hosts who are more experienced with larger groups may post larger groups. Each host/leader may have their own specific details/rules that obtain to their hikes/walks posted in their event, so please make sure to follow and read the descriptions fully.
GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR THIS GROUP:
-You must bring your own poop bags, water & water dish
-Dogs must be leashed at all times
-Dogs must be up to date on all shots
-No puppies. Dogs must be at least 1 year or older
-No aggressive dogs
AGAIN PLEASE NOTE: Each event/host may have additional rules/guidelines so please make sure to read in the event itself before joining and ask the host of that group if you have any questions/concerns.
None of the leaders or members of the group are responsible for any injuries to you or your dog, please attend at your own risk and ask questions to the host of each event if there are any concerns before attending.
DISCLAIMER
By being a member of this group and attending the meetup events, you understand that the hosts are not professional hikers or guides of any kind. By being a member of this group and/or attending the meetups of this group, you hereby agree to assume all risks and liability that are related to or resulting from any group meetups and activities during meetups. Group Organizer, assistant organizers and other members of the group assume no responsibility or liability, including but not limited to injury or loss of any kind/form due to the use of information you receive from the meetups, or from participating in activities in the meetups. You agree that neither you nor a third party will hold any of the group organizers or members liable for any injury, loss, or damage of any kind to yourself, your pet, or others as a direct result from anything that has to do with this meetup group. Please also read all information below in the "FAQ's & REMINDERS" section, as there are important details you may need to know before attending a hike!
FAQ's & REMINDERS
YOUR RSVP: Please take your RSVP seriously and read the hike description thoroughly before RSVP’ing. If you need to cancel, do so ASAP to make room for others who may be waitlisted and to aid the organizer. 'No Shows' or those who cancel last minute/after the RSVP is closed, without direct contact to the organizer, risk being blocked from other hikes, at the organizer’s discretion.
DESCRIPTION OF HIKES: Please make sure to read the entire description of a hike before you RSVP. We often get people who had no clue how hard a hike was because they did not read the description. Things to look out for are the amount of miles we are hiking, the elevation gain (incline of hike), and other details listed about the hike (rockiness, pace of the group, etc). If you have any questions, be sure to message the host about details before RSVPing!
YOUR CAPABILITIES: Read the entire hike description carefully. Know your limits. Sign up only if you feel the hike is doable as-described and bring all recommended materials and equipment. If you do not bring water or recommended equipment, you may not be able to continue on the hike, at the organizer’s discretion.
WHAT TO BRING ON HIKES: Please always bring water on any hike or walk as some organizers may not feel comfortable with you hiking without water. Recommended to wear a high SPF sunscreen. A snack is always good just in case your body needs it. Poles are optional for steeper hikes and very helpful to some. If bringing a dog, always bring a leash and water for them.
WHO CAN COME: This is a ladies and dogs only group. So women and their dogs only please. Must be 18+. If a friend or family member would like to join us on a hike, they must join the group by signing up. New members are always welcome!
BRINGING GUESTS: Please do NOT bring a guest other than your dog(s) unless they are signed up and have RSVP’d for the hike, . All hikers should sign up for our group so they can agree to our disclaimer and the details of the hike.
LIMIT OF PEOPLE PER HIKE: Yes we have limits of the amount of people/pets that can go per hike. I sometimes get asked “why” there is a limit for a hike. It is up to the host and how many people they feel comfortable hiking with/leading. As a host, there is a level of responsibility we feel for those hiking with us and we have our limits of how many people we feel comfortable keeping track of and just hiking with in general.
WAIT LIST: Please be respectful of the wait list and only show up for hikes that you are on the “going” list to. It is not fair to other group members on the waitlist or the hosts who have there limits, to just show up. As people drop off from the going list, the next person in line on the wait list should be moved to the going list automatically, unless the maximum is set lower. Please make sure you have your meetup app notifications on, as you will be notified if you are moved. Please do not keep yourself on the wait list if you cannot go last minute, since there is a chance people cancel last minute and you may be moved over last minute.
FEES/DUES: This group is free.
HOSTING: If you are interested in hosting a hike/walk or becoming an official host of the group to host multiple hikes throughout the year, please message Michella for more details!
PROFILE PHOTO: Please make sure to post a photo of YOURSELF as your member profile, that shows a clear image of your face (instead of your back, your kids, just your pet, flowers, etc), this helps members identify you during the meetups!
LEAVING THE GROUP DURING A HIKE: If you want to go ahead of the group or need to leave the hike early, please alert the organizer. Let the organizer know when you've completed the hike if you finish ahead of her. If you leave the group/hike without notifying the organizer, you risk being blocked from future hikes.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- New 3+ mi Swami's Underpass - Age-way & Walk to Beach & Cottonwood Creek Park540 Cornish Dr, Encinitas, CA
Swami's Underpass-Ageway, City of Encinitas This is a new urban hike for the dog group that we will discover together.
The walk starts and ends at one of the best views in all of Encinitas, where parking is generally abundant. Starting from Santa Fe at Cornish Drive, a block east from the railroad tracks, park in any of the available off-street parking spaces or curbside then head toward the coast.
The pedestrian underpass is one of the coolest you’ll find anywhere, with amazing water-wise plants and vegetation. Passing through the tunnel under the tracks gets you right out to Coast Highway where you’ll hit the sidewalk and head north, making a turn over to 3rd Street, passing the Self Realization Fellowship Gardens, We will then head north along 3rd Street, then at J Street, head west to get over to 4th Street, along which you can make stops at a number of City viewpoint parks at J, I and H streets (Local tip: there is a path along the bluff between J and I street that is public right of way. The gate is unlocked during daytime hours). Keep going on 4th Street and you’ll pass the original 1883 Encinitas school & boathouses The Boathouses | Encinitas Historical Society & 1883 Schoolhouse and a couple blocks later you’ll be at Moonlight Beach. which makes a great spot for short bathroom & water break. We will continue our walk to Cottonwood Creek Park which is 3 blocks east of Moonlight Beach. This will be a nice place for our dogs to heighten their senses. There are restrooms at the Park and you get more water for your dog there. We will head back to our start and if anyone is interested we can stop at Gelato 101 for a frozen treat! There's a nice outdoor patio at Gelato 101.Please allow for driving time through morning traffic.
Miles: 3-4 mi
Difficulty: Easy-moderate mild uphill from Moonlight beach to the park
Elevation: Minimal,
Length of Hike: 2.5 hours
Pace: Dog walking pace, with stops for photos
Mostly flat, sidewalk, this is stroller friendly We'll return to our start on sidewalks.
Pack a snack, plenty of water for yourself & your dogCheckout our website and online shop! www.hikingladies.com
Follow on Instagram @sdhikingladies
PARTICIPANTS: This is a Ladies only group. No children, or others hike with us. If a friend would like to join us on a hike, they must join the group. New members are always welcome!
YOUR CAPABILITIES: Read the entire hike description carefully. Know your limits. Sign up only if you feel the hike is doable as-described and bring all recommended materials and equipment. If you do not bring water or recommended equipment, you may not be able to continue on the hike, at the organizer’s discretion.
YOUR RSVP: Take your RSVP seriously. If you need to cancel, do so ASAP to make room for others and to aid the organizer. No Shows or those who cancel after the RSVP is closed, without direct contact to the organizer, risk being blocked from other hikes, at the organizer’s discretion.
COMMENTS SECTION: Please keep comments inside the events related to the specific hike/event. Please keep political/personal views off the comments section, as this section is for hike and event related questions or comments only like arranging carpool, asking for clarification, explaining change of RSVP, etc. If you have any other concerns, please contact the organizer directly. Please be kind and respectful to the organizers and other members.
LEAVING THE GROUP DURING A HIKE: If you want to go ahead of the group or need to leave the hike early, please alert the organizer. Let the organizer know when you’ve completed the hike if you finish ahead of her. If you leave the group/hike without notifying the organizer, you risk being blocked from future hikes.
DONATIONS: 100% optional and not required, your $5.99/year covers the basic costs to keep the meetup group up and running. Donations go towards special events such as the monthly birthday celebrations (gifts, raffle prizes), group giveaways and other enhancements to the group!
BRINGING GUESTS: Please do NOT bring a guest unless they are signed up and have RSVP’d for the hike. All hikers should sign up for our group so they can agree to our disclaimer and the details of the hike.
DISCLAIMER: By being a member of this group and attending the meetup events, you understand that the hosts are not professional hikers/guides. You hereby agree & assume all risks and liability, including but not limited to injury or loss of any kind/form due to the use of information you receive from the meetups. You agree that neither you nor a third party will hold any of the group organizers & members liable for injury, loss or damage of any kind to yourself or others as a direct result from anything that has to do with this meetup group. Please read all information in the FAQs & Reminders section in the About Us section on our homepage at https://www.meetup.com/hikingladies as there are important details you may need to know before attending a hike!
Dog Group: You are completely responsible for the behavior and welfare of your dog and yourself. The host is not at all responsible for you or your dog. By participating in this event, you acknowledge your responsibility and liability. Dogs must be at least 8 months old and fully vaccinated.
Bring water and a bowl for your dog. Bring water and a snack for yourself. Bring MORE water than you think you and your dog might need - summer hikes can be harder on your dog than you might think.
RSVPs see event details.
LEASH REQUIREMENT: No retractable leashes will be used on this hike. Only leashes 6' or less in length are permitted. Dogs must remain on-leash for the entire hike.
SPACE: Do not allow dogs to meet via nose to nose or nose to tail interactions, especially upon arrival. Maintain a minimum 3' distance between dogs at all times.
REACTIVITY: Please position your dog in the back of the pack if they are reactive or uncomfortable in a group. Alert other owners when their dogs get too close to your dog and/or invade your dog's space. - 6.8 mi Los Penasquitos Trail with DogsLos Penasquitos Ranch House , San Diego, CA
Los Penasquitos Canyon Trail
This trail is subject to closure should we have any rain near our event date.
We will start out at the west end of Canyon Park parking lot near the Los Penasquitos Ranch House (where there is a restroom). Continue west on the canyon entrance road till you reach the end of the road. It ends at a small parking lot by the Ranch house.
We will hike to the waterfall take a short photo break and return to our start. If necessary, we will take a dog water break along the way.
This is not a good hike for small dogs who are not used to walking this type of distance. However, should anyone need to return to the start before we reach the waterfall, let me know and you will be on your own.
Sun Protection and plenty of water is recommended. You may need bug spray near the creek areas. We will need to be cautious of ticks and poison oak. As well as rattle snakes. This trail is a mix of shade and sun. Please wear appropriate footwear and pack enough water for yourself and your dog. We will not allow dogs off leash on this hike.Miles: 6.8 mi
Difficulty: Easy but moderate if you are not accustomed to the distance
Mostly flat with uneven sections over slate rocks
Elevation: 154'
Length of Hike: 3 hours
Pace: 2.9 mph, Dog walking pace, with necessary stops
Mostly flat with uneven sections over slate rocksCheckout our website and online shop! www.hikingladies.com
Follow on Instagram @sdhikingladies
PARTICIPANTS: This is a Ladies only group. No children, or others hike with us. If a friend would like to join us on a hike, they must join the group. New members are always welcome!
YOUR CAPABILITIES: Read the entire hike description carefully. Know your limits. Sign up only if you feel the hike is doable as-described and bring all recommended materials and equipment. If you do not bring water or recommended equipment, you may not be able to continue on the hike, at the organizer’s discretion.
YOUR RSVP: Take your RSVP seriously. If you need to cancel, do so ASAP to make room for others and to aid the organizer. No Shows or those who cancel after the RSVP is closed, without direct contact to the organizer, risk being blocked from other hikes, at the organizer’s discretion.
COMMENTS SECTION: Please keep comments inside the events related to the specific hike/event. Please keep political/personal views off the comments section, as this section is for hike and event related questions or comments only like arranging carpool, asking for clarification, explaining change of RSVP, etc. If you have any other concerns, please contact the organizer directly. Please be kind and respectful to the organizers and other members.
LEAVING THE GROUP DURING A HIKE: If you want to go ahead of the group or need to leave the hike early, please alert the organizer. Let the organizer know when you’ve completed the hike if you finish ahead of her. If you leave the group/hike without notifying the organizer, you risk being blocked from future hikes.
DONATIONS: 100% optional and not required, your $5.99/year covers the basic costs to keep the meetup group up and running. Donations go towards special events such as the monthly birthday celebrations (gifts, raffle prizes), group giveaways and other enhancements to the group!
BRINGING GUESTS: Please do NOT bring a guest unless they are signed up and have RSVP’d for the hike. All hikers should sign up for our group so they can agree to our disclaimer and the details of the hike.
DISCLAIMER: By being a member of this group and attending the meetup events, you understand that the hosts are not professional hikers/guides. You hereby agree & assume all risks and liability, including but not limited to injury or loss of any kind/form due to the use of information you receive from the meetups. You agree that neither you nor a third party will hold any of the group organizers & members liable for injury, loss or damage of any kind to yourself or others as a direct result from anything that has to do with this meetup group. Please read all information in the FAQs & Reminders section in the About Us section on our homepage at https://www.meetup.com/hikingladies as there are important details you may need to know before attending a hike!
Dog Group: You are completely responsible for the behavior and welfare of your dog and yourself. The host is not at all responsible for you or your dog. By participating in this event, you acknowledge your responsibility and liability. Dogs must be at least 8 months old and fully vaccinated.
Bring water and a bowl for your dog. Bring water and a snack for yourself. Bring MORE water than you think you and your dog might need - summer hikes can be harder on your dog than you might think.
RSVPs see event details.
LEASH REQUIREMENT: No retractable leashes will be used on this hike. Only leashes 6' or less in length are permitted. Dogs must remain on-leash for the entire hike.
SPACE: Do not allow dogs to meet via nose to nose or nose to tail interactions, especially upon arrival. Maintain a minimum 3' distance between dogs at all times.
REACTIVITY: Please position your dog in the back of the pack if they are reactive or uncomfortable in a group. Alert other owners when their dogs get too close to your dog and/or invade your dog's space. - 6 mi Liberty Station to Tom Ham's Lighthouse (Easy & stroller friendly)2750 Dewey Rd, San Diego, CA
Join me and Ellie on a nice long trek to Tom Ham's Lighthouse & back from Liberty Station. We will meet in the parking lot in front of Con Pane. If you're up for coffee & a pastry we will go to Con Pane after our trek. We will pass park restrooms along the way.
https://www.conpanesd.comPlease arrive on time as we will kickoff 5 min after the start time.
Meet: 2750 Dewey Rd by the restaurant area. There is a large parking there. Gather in front of Con PanePlease contact me directly if you're lost or cannot make it. 408-771-4368
Bring: Water/snack for you and your dog, sun protection, walking shoes, other safety essentials for you and your dog.
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Checkout our website and online shop! www.hikingladies.com Follow on Instagram @sdhikingladies PARTICIPANTS: This is a Ladies only group. No children or others hike with us. If a friend would like to join us on a hike, they must join the group. New members are always welcome! YOUR CAPABILITIES: Read the entire hike description carefully. Know your limits. Sign up only if you feel the hike is doable as-described and bring all recommended materials and equipment. If you do not bring water or recommended equipment, you may not be able to continue on the hike, at the organizer’s discretion. YOUR RSVP: Take your RSVP seriously. If you need to cancel, do so ASAP to make room for others and to aid the organizer. No Shows or those who cancel after the RSVP is closed, without direct contact to the organizer, risk being blocked from other hikes, at the organizer’s discretion. COMMENTS SECTION: Please keep comments inside the events related to the specific hike/event. Please keep political/personal views off the comments section, as this section is for hike and event related questions or comments only like arranging carpool, asking for clarification, explaining change of RSVP, etc. If you have any other concerns, please contact the organizer directly. Please be kind and respectful to the organizers and other members. LEAVING THE GROUP DURING A HIKE: If you want to go ahead of the group or need to leave the hike early, please alert the organizer. Let the organizer know when you’ve completed the hike if you finish ahead of her. If you leave the group/hike without notifying the organizer, you risk being blocked from future hikes. DONATIONS: 100% optional and not required, your $5.99/year covers the basic costs to keep the meetup group up and running. Donations go towards special events such as the monthly birthday celebrations (gifts, raffle prizes), group giveaways and other enhancements to the group! BRINGING GUESTS: Please do NOT bring a guest unless they are signed up and have RSVP’d for the hike. All hikers should sign up for our group so they can agree to our disclaimer and the details of the hike. DISCLAIMER: By being a member of this group and attending the meetup events, you understand that the hosts are not professional hikers/guides. You hereby agree & assume all risks and liability, including but not limited to injury or loss of any kind/form due to the use of information you receive from the meetups. You agree that neither you nor a third party will hold any of the group organizers & members liable for injury, loss or damage of any kind to yourself or others as a direct result from anything that has to do with this meetup group. Please read all information in the FAQs & Reminders section in the About Us section on our homepage at https://www.meetup.com/hikingladies as there are important details you may need to know before attending a hike! Dog Group: You are completely responsible for the behavior and welfare of your dog and yourself. The host is not at all responsible for you or your dog. By participating in this event, you acknowledge your responsibility and liability. Dogs must be at least 8 months old and fully vaccinated. Bring water and a bowl for your dog. Bring water and a snack for yourself. Bring MORE water than you think you and your dog might need - summer hikes can be harder on your dog than you might think. RSVPs see event details. LEASH REQUIREMENT: No retractable leashes will be used on this hike. Only leashes 6' or less in length are permitted. Dogs must remain on-leash for the entire hike. SPACE: Do not allow dogs to meet via nose to nose or nose to tail interactions, especially upon arrival. Maintain a minimum 3' distance between dogs at all times. REACTIVITY: Please position your dog in the back of the pack if they are reactive or uncomfortable in a group. Alert other owners when their dogs get too close to your dog and/or invade your dog's space.
