Join me for a full moon (considered to be a "supermoon") hike up Mission Peak. The moon will be at its closest point in its orbit around the Earth. This is the last of four consecutive supermoons and the final one of 2024. According to NASA, November's full moon will shine at a distance of 224,385 miles from Earth.
Meeting spot:
We will start our hike from the Ohlone College trailhead where there is a water source (however there is no water beyond this point). Parking is free on Mission Blvd or $4 at the Ohlone College parking garage. I recommend just parking in the garage & saving yourself the extra steps. We will meet at the trailhead (across the street from the parking garage) at 3:45 and start hiking promptly at 4 pm.
Moonrise is at 5:37 pm
Hike Description:
Moderate 7.3 mile hike with about 2100 feet elevation gain. Gradual but relentless uphill mostly along a dirt road through pastureland. Rocky, single track trail on final approach to the summit. You need to be physically fit for this hike.
To bring: Warm clothing including jacket and gloves, winter hat, 2 liters water, good hiking shoes, a flashlight or a headlamp, snacks/food (fuel), trekking poles optional but helpful for the final approach and descent. Binoculars. Dress warmly. Dogs are permitted but keep in mind there is no water source and the trail near the top is steep and rocky.
Feel free to DM me with any questions or post in the comment section and I will respond. Please keep RSVP's updated out of respect to your host(s) for Meetup events. Hope to see you there!
David
Nice site with play by play info on the hike: https://www.redwoodhikes.com/EastBay/PeakTrail.html
