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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East Shore Trail (Moderate 7.6 Miles)
Del Valle Lake Trail, Unnamed Road, Livermore, CA 94550, USA, Livermore, CA, USWe're heading a little more east this time to explore some news areas in the greater bay area. Looking to check out new hikes in unexpected places.
This is a 7.6 mile moderate hike with 1,377 ft elevation gain, so expect a solid workout and some excellent views.
We are trying out a new policy on this hike. There will be an average pace of 21-23 minutes that we will maintain throughout the entire hike. Everyone who attends the event is expected to be able to hike at this pace and keep up with the main group, so we can finish within the allotted time for the event.
It is not our intention to hike at the pace of the slowest hiker. Out of respect for other hikers and their experience, please understand your own physical ability and select hikes that are within your comfort range.
The policy seemed to work last time, so we'll keep it going for a while.
There are some sections with limited shade, so please be prepared for that. The hike is late in September, so intense heat should be less of a concern but please bring sun wear if you feel that would be necessary.
Dogs are allowed on this hike!
AllTrails: East Shore Trail
Parking: Parking should not be much of an issue. Park in the general parking area and we'll walk to the trailhead.
Where to meet: We will meet at the parking area and then walk to the trailhead.
There are no restrooms at this trailhead, so please plan accordingly There is also a fee to enter the hike area as well.
Please arrive about 10 minutes before 9:30 AM. We will start the hike shortly after 9:30. If you're going to be late, please message early because cell service may be unreliable once we're on the trail. I'd recommend downloading the trail on AllTrails for offline use in case you get separated from the group.
Please Bring:
- plenty of water — at least ~2L recommended
- snacks
- sunscreen & hat
- sturdy hiking shoes
- hiking poles recommended for the steep climbs and descents
- good vibes
Post-Hike Lunch: For those interested, we'll grab an optional lunch afterward! Location TBD, and we may decide together once we finish the hike.
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.3 attendees
Past events
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