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Sat, Oct 31, 3:30 PM
Pacifica Mori Point 8.2 Mile Moderate Hike
Sat, Oct 31, 8:00 PM**SIGN WAIVER HERE:** [https://www.sleeplateandhike.com/waiver-signing-form/](https://www.sleeplateandhike.com/waiver-signing-form/) For us to hold our large events at local parks, the local parks require us to carry insurance for our events. To participate in our events, please sign this waiver (required by our insurance underwriter) for each event. Please do so online prior to arriving (works on mobile) **Level**: Moderate **Total Distance**: 8.2 miles (out-and-back with loops) **Hiking Time**: 3-4 hours **Elevation Change**: 909 feet **Facilities**: Restrooms available at the Taco Bell Cantina break stop (none on the trail otherwise) Sleep Late and Hike Dog Policy: No Dogs. Learn more: [https://www.sleeplateandhike.com/tutorials/sleep-late-and-hike-dog-policy/](https://www.sleeplateandhike.com/tutorials/sleep-late-and-hike-dog-policy/) **Breaks**: We will take a 30-minute snack/early dinner break at the Taco Bell Cantina (the beachfront one at Linda Mar) about halfway through, and short breaks as needed to keep the group hiking together. Wait at each intersection for a hike leader. **Pace**: Leisurely — nobody gets left behind. **Sun exposure:** This hike is fully exposed with no shade. Bring a hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses. Please read our tutorial for hiking in the sun: [https://www.sleeplateandhike.com/tutorials/how-to-hike-in-the-sun/](https://www.sleeplateandhike.com/tutorials/how-to-hike-in-the-sun/) **Recommended Maps:** *NPS Mori Point*: [https://www.nps.gov/goga/planyourvisit/moripoint.htm](https://www.nps.gov/goga/planyourvisit/moripoint.htm) https://www.nps.gov/goga/planyourvisit/upload/sb-mori-2008-508_4-15-26.pdf GPS Coordinates for meeting place: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/BMe2zZBByHeVXiGz5?g_st=ic](https://maps.app.goo.gl/BMe2zZBByHeVXiGz5?g_st=ic) Degrees Decimal Format for Google Maps: 37.6251844, -122.4883832 Nearest street address: 2600 Francisco Blvd, Pacifica, CA 94044 (Sharp Park Golf Course) Getting there: Please use the Google maps link at the top to plan your own route from your home. **Weather and sunset:** Check the forecast before you leave: [https://www.wunderground.com/weather/us/ca/pacifica](https://www.wunderground.com/weather/us/ca/pacifica) Sunset on Oct 31 is 6:12 PM — we'll be back at the cars well before dark. **Meeting place** Parking lot by Sharp Park Golf Course, 2600 Francisco Blvd, Pacifica, CA Parking: Free lot by the Sharp Park Golf Course. Start from the south end. The Mori Point trailhead lot itself only fits a handful of cars, so we meet at the golf course lot. There's also street parking along Lakeside Dr and Fairway Dr. Parking is limited on Saturdays, so please carpool if you can, and plan to arrive early. **Carpooling** We will use this link for carpooling: [https://www.groupcarpool.com/t/kx8yjc](https://www.groupcarpool.com/t/kx8yjc) **Hiking Map:** [https://www.alltrails.com/explore/recording/afternoon-paddle-e3bc4e7-7](https://www.alltrails.com/explore/recording/afternoon-paddle-e3bc4e7-7) **Hiking Directions:** Start at the parking lot by Sharp Park Golf Course. -> From the parking lot, head north on Bradford Way -> Left on Lakeside Ave -> Left on the Promenade -> Up the stairs -> Right on Headlands Trail, then right onto Mori Point -> Short break at Mori Point to enjoy the views -> Take Bluff Trail south to Rockaway Beach -> Continue south with short stops at Pacifica State Beach and San Pedro Beach -> Lunch break at the Taco Bell Cantina -> Return north the same way: beach to Rockaway, Bluff Trail back up to Mori Point, Headlands Trail to the Promenade, then Bradford Way back to the parking lot PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE EVENT DESCRIPTION ABOVE BEFORE POSTING A MESSAGE.
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