What we’re about
Weekend Hikers is a group that’s passionate about hiking in SLO County and beyond. The “Common Hikes” PDF lists some of our favorite trails to find which one’s right for you. We host day hikes at varying skill levels on weekends, and sometimes weekdays.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Sunset Hike at Miossi Open Preserve. Flashlight/headlamp required!Miossi Open Space, San Luis Obispo, CA
Heya hikers, join me for a gorgeous sunset hike. We are hitting the trail at 3:30pm sharp!
Our planned route takes the Panorama and Rollercoaster trails at Miossi Preserve. On a clear day you can enjoy the sweeping view from Reservoir Canyon to Morro Rock. Plans depend on the weather, and I’ll let you know if something changes.
⚠️ Be careful when turning onto and off of Stagecoach Road, as some drivers take speed limits as suggestions when descending the grade.
Essentials
- Terrain: Steep in places, steady incline/decline in others
- Pace: Moderate
- Duration: ~2 hours
- Distance: ~3.6 miles out and back, ~800’ elevation gain
- Trail map: Gaia GPS
Bring
- Sturdy shoes
- Water
- Flashlight or headlamp
- Camera
- Optional trekking poles
- Optional snack
- Sense of fun and camaraderie
Disclaimer
This Meetup group, its organizers, and its members, take no responsibility for any injuries or accidents that may occur during events. By joining this event you take full responsibility for your own safety. Please ensure that you are in good health before participating and understand that there is risk involved in your participation. This Meetup group does not certify the qualifications of any of its organizers or trip leaders, and they are not responsible for your safety. We are all just participants. By participating you acknowledge you have read this Disclaimer and agree to its terms. - Afternoon Hike at Islay HillIslay Hill Trail, San Luis Obispo, CA
Join us as we hike to the top and back of Islay Hill.
Islay Hill Summit Trail is a short, steep climb in San Luis Obispo. Hiking to the top usually takes 20–30 minutes. Weather permitting, we’ll enjoy sweeping views of downtown SLO and Edna Valley from the summit before returning by the same trail. Parts of the route are rugged, so bring sturdy footwear.
Essentials
- Where: Trailhead at the end of Sweetbay Lane (see Meetup map)
- Pace: Casual
- Terrain: Moderately steep with a few rugged parts
- Distance: 2 miles out and back, elevation gain about 500’
- Trail map: Hiking Project
- Dogs: Yes, on leash
Bring
- Sturdy shoes
- Trekking poles optional
- Water
- Camera
- Sense of fun
* Rain will cancel the event
Disclaimer
This Meetup group, its organizers, and its members, take no responsibility for any injuries or accidents that may occur during events. By joining this event you take full responsibility for your own safety. Please ensure that you are in good health before participating and understand that there is risk involved in your participation. This Meetup group does not certify the qualifications of any of its organizers or trip leaders, and they are not responsible for your safety. We are all just participants. By participating you acknowledge you have read this Disclaimer and agree to its terms.
- Winter Solstice Hike at Miossi PreserveMiossi Open Space, San Luis Obispo, CA
Bundle up and join us as we mark the winter solstice*.
Our route will follow a loop at the Panorama and Rollercoaster trails at Miossi Open Preserve and return at dusk. I plan to be back before full dark, but having a flashlight or headlamp wouldn’t hurt.
* Due to the holidays, we’re hosting this hike the week before the shortest day of the year.
Essentials
- Terrain: Mostly narrow dirt, one Jeep road, some steep sections
- Distance: 4 miles, about 850’ elevation gain
- Duration: About 2 hours
- Trail info: GaiaGPS
- Dogs: Allowed on leash
Bring
- Sturdy shoes
- Water
- Flashlight or headlamp
- Trekking poles (optional but might help)
- Sense of fun and camaraderie
⚠️ Parking
- Trailhead parking is at the bottom of the grade, not the top at Cuesta Pass. It’s about where the two north bound lanes turn into three.
- Coming from the south, it’s a left-hand turn.
- Be careful when leaving via Stagecoach Road, as some drivers don’t take speed limits seriously when coming down the grade on highway 101.
☔️ Rain cancels this event.
Disclaimer
This Meetup group, its organizers, and its members, take no responsibility for any injuries or accidents that may occur during events. By joining this event you take full responsibility for your own safety. Please ensure that you are in good health before participating and understand that there is risk involved in your participation. This Meetup group does not certify the qualifications of any of its organizers or trip leaders, and they are not responsible for your safety. We are all just participants. By participating you acknowledge you have read this Disclaimer and agree to its terms. - Casual Walk at Montaña de OroSpooner's Cove, Los Osos, CA
Heya hikers, join us as we enjoy a casual coastal walk at Montaña de Oro State Park just before sunset. We plan to follow the bluffs trail — an easy gravel road — from Spooner’s Cove to the Point Buchon junction and back. Bring water, sun protection, and jacket.
Optionally, those who feel hungry or thirsty after the walk can join us for dinner at Beerwood, 690 Santa Maria Ave, Baywood-Los Osos, CA 93402.
Rain cancels this event, but we can always hope.
Essentials
- Pace: Casual
- Duration: 2 hours
- Distance: 4 miles out and back, about 150’ elevation gain
- Map: GaiaGPS
- Bring: Sturdy shoes, water, headlamp or flashlight, wind protection, warm layers, camera, sense of fun
Disclaimer
This Meetup group, its organizers, and its members, take no responsibility for any injuries or accidents that may occur during events. By joining this event you take full responsibility for your own safety. Please ensure that you are in good health before participating and understand that there is risk involved in your participation. This Meetup group does not certify the qualifications of any of its organizers or trip leaders, and they are not responsible for your safety. We are all just participants. By participating you acknowledge you have read this Disclaimer and agree to its terms.
