Santa Lucia Chapter Outings/Hikes
All are welcome! Our hikes and activities are open to Sierra Club members and the public.
Join our Meetup Group to see SLO Sierra Club Outings and reserve your spot! Join our Meetup here: San Luis Obispo Sierra Club Meetup Group (San Luis Obispo, CA) | Meetup (Or go to Meetup and search for "San Luis Obispo Sierra Club Meetup Group")
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Meetup is a free app and website. You can signup for hikes there, get notifications when new Sierra Club hikes are posted, and get notifications for day-of changes/updates.
Upcoming Outings
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Salmon Creek Trail to Estrella Camp
Wednesday, August 19, 9 am - 2 pm.
Hike Description: 6.5 miles round trip. 1,300 ft. elevation gain. Moderate to Difficult.
The Salmon Creek Trail begins at Salmon Creek and follows the southeast wall of the canyon through forests and open slopes. The trail provides views up the canyon and down to the ocean as it leads us to Estrella Camp situated in a large grassy meadow. A beautiful stream flows through the camp which creates the beautiful Salmon Creek falls which is seen at the beginning of the hike.
Driving Directions: Drive 27 miles north of Cambria on Hwy 1 to the Big Sur Ranger Station on the right hand side of the road where we will meet and park. Allow approximately 1 1/2 hr from San Luis Obispo. Car pooling recommended due to limited parking.
What to Bring: Dress in layers with sturdy shoes. Bring food and a minimum of 1 1/2 liter of water. Participants will be asked to sign a liability form.
For more information call: Lorrie Erno 805-980-8824.
Rain, excessive heat or smoke will cancel the hike.
Limited to 20 participants.
Morro Bay Sand Spit
Wednesday, September 2, 9 am -2 pm
Hike Description: 8 miles round trip. Easy to Moderate.
The Morro Bay Sand Spit, also known as the Morro Dunes Natural Preserve, is a long narrow stretch of dunes that separate Morro Bay estuary from the Pacific Ocean. This hike will follow the dunes north along the ocean side towards Morro Rock. At 4 miles is the first of two breakwaters guarding the bay entrance, this will be our turn around point to return along the same route. This hike will introduce you to the solitude and wonder of one of the most remote shorelines in the county. The 80-foot sand dune ridge covered with grasses and succulents adds to this unique geography that gives the opportunity to appreciate one of the areas most pristine beaches.
Driving Directions to Meeting Spot: From the intersection of Los Osos Valley Road and South Bay Drive in Los Osos, drive approx. 3.5 miles on Los Osos Valley Road into Montana de Oro State Park to the Sand Spit Road sign on your right. Turn right and drive into the parking lot at the end of the road.
What to bring: Bring snacks, lunch and a minimum of 1 1/2 liters of water. Dress in layers with sturdy shoes (tennis shoes should be fine), sun hat and sun glasses. Participants will be asked to sign a liability waiver before hiking. No dogs allowed.
For more information contact: Lorrie at 805-980-8824
Rain or chance of rain or an excessively high tide will cancel the hike.
General rules & what to bring
- You must register in advance through Meetup.
- Bring drinking water to all outings and optionally a lunch or snacks.
- Sturdy footwear is recommended.
- Pets are generally NOT allowed.
- A parent or responsible adult must accompany children under the age of 18.
Any Questions?
If you have any suggestions for hikes or outdoor activities, questions about the Chapter’s outing policies, or would like to be an outings leader, contact Outings Chair Art Westerfield at awwesterfield@gmail.com. For information on a specific outing, please contact the listed outing leader.
National Outings
Environmentally friendly outdoor adventures around the world are available to people of all ages and abilities, whether you’re seeking lodge-based explorations or supported treks, backpack journeys or vacations nearly anywhere in the world. Go to sierraclub.org/outings, or call 415-977-5522, or contact national.outings@sierraclub.org.