About us
East Bay Gen Z Hiking Club is for young folks around the Bay who want a solid reason to get outside and meet people without it being awkward. I started this group because it’s weirdly hard to make new friends these days unless you already have a built-in social circle. Hiking makes it easy: you’re moving, talking, and doing something fun at the same time.
Why join?
- You want to meet new people and make real friends
- You’ve been meaning to hike more but don’t want to go alone
- You want weekend plans that aren’t just playing video games or doom scrolling
What we do
Most events are weekend day hikes (about 6–8 miles) on East Bay trails.
We keep it friendly and beginner-to-intermediate, and we’ll share the details ahead of time (distance, elevation, meeting spot, and what to bring).
We're also going to experiment with some other events like picnics or barbeques to vary the types of activities for the club.
Come prepared
Bring plenty of water, wear proper shoes, and pack whatever you need for the weather.
Everyone is welcome here.
This is an inclusive group across backgrounds, genders, sexualities, races, ethnicities, nationalities, religions, and identities. Respect is the baseline.
Upcoming events
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Martin Canyon Creek Trail (Moderate 6.5 Miles)
Martin Canyon Creek Trail, Silvergate Dr and Bay Laurel St, Dublin, ca, USAfter the picnic we have another hike to get back into the swing of things. This time it's the Martin Canyon Creek Trail in the Dublin Hills Regional Park. It's a moderate hike (6.5 miles) with stunning views of the surrounding areas. Make sure to bring some headwear as there is minimal shade covering in many parts of the trail. Dogs are welcome!
Alltrails Hike: Martin Canyon Creek Trail
Parking: Large Parking Lot at the Trail Head
Meetup Location: Large Parking Lot at the Trail HeadPlease arrive 5-10 minutes before 10 AM. We will start the hike shortly after 10:00 AM. Parking shouldn't be as much of an issue, but I recommend giving yourself ample time to find a spot before our start time.
If you are going to be late, please message early because we'll likely not have service at the trail. I'd recommend downloading an offline map of the area on Google Maps or the trail on Alltrails on your phone just in case you happen to get separated.
Please Bring:
- large water bottle
- snacks
- sunscreen
- good vibes
- hiking shoes
Looking forward to seeing you all there!
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By attending the event, you agree that you understand the risks involved in outdoor activities and take full ownership for your safety and assume all risks inherent in attending the event. You also release the event organizer and all event participants from any responsibility for your safety.
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Little Yosemite Loop Hike (Moderate 6.2 miles)
Sunol visitor center, 1895 Geary Rd, Sunol, CA 94586, United States,, Sunol, CA, USI've been looking forward to this one for a while now. We are going to Little Yosemite for a hike at the Sunol Wilderness Regional Preserve which features gorgeous rolling hills and beautiful overcast. This moderate hike (6.2 miles) is on the harder side with 1620ft elevation gain, so come prepared for that. Make sure to bring some headwear as there is minimal shade covering in many parts of the trail. Dogs are welcome!
Little Yosemite Trail on AllTrails
Parking: There is significant overflow parking at the site, but you probably need to drive around for a bit before you find a spot. We will be organizing at the visitor's center to the left of the preserve's entrance. We will depart from there to the trail head. Please use my pinned location below for the exact spot we are meeting.
Please arrive 5 minutes before 9:30 AM. We will start the hike shortly after 9:30 AM. If you are going to be late, please message early because we'll likely not have service at the trail.
If you are going to be late, please message early because we'll likely not have service at the trail. I'd recommend downloading an offline map of the area on Google Maps or the trail on Alltrails on your phone just in case you happen to get separated.
Also there is a parking fee of $5 at the Sunol Visitor Center (if the booth is manned), so please be prepared to pay that before departing for the trailhead.
Please Bring:
- water bottle
- snacks
- sunscreen
- good vibes
Looking forward to seeing you all there!
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By attending the event, you agree that you understand the risks involved in outdoor activities and take full ownership for your safety and assume all risks inherent in attending the event. You also release the event organizer and all event participants from any responsibility for your safety.5 attendees
Past events
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