Montana de Oro Day Hike – November
Nov 07, 2026
$30
Experience one of the Central Coast’s true local gems with a day hike at Montaña de Oro State Park! We’ll start along the coastal Bluff Trail before pushing to the summit of Valencia Peak (1,289 ft). It’s the perfect opportunity to get outside, meet new friends, and take in incredible ocean views. Don’t miss out on this classic SLO adventure!
Skill Level: Mild, Moderate
Activity Level: Beginner
Trip Highlights
- Hiking amongst panoramic ocean views
- Beautiful coastline
- Diverse ecosystem exploration
Details
We’ll leave the Cal Poly Recreation Center around 8:30am and drive to the Spoonder’s Cove parking area, about a 35 minute drive. As a group, we’ll explore tide pools, dunes, and the surrounding hills throughout the day. We will hike along the Bluff Trail, South Dunes Trail, and Valencia Peak trail enjoying the panoramic coastal views and diverse ecology of Montana de Oro.
We will enjoy lunch(provided) on the trail or on the beach midday in the middle of our exploration.
Mileage: ~5 miles (could be less depending on chosen hikes and activities)
Elevation: as much as 2,500ft. Gain, 2,500ft. Loss (could be less depending on chosen hikes and activities)
What's Included
- Transportation to and from campus.
- Basic instruction
- Group gear: first aid kits, GPS, sunscreen.
- Meals: Lunch and snacks
What to Bring
- Backpack for hiking
- Headlamp
- 2 hard-sided water bottles
- Personal medications
- Comfortable shoes for hiking
- Comfortable clothes for hiking
- Warm layers
- Rain jacket
- Hat and sunglasses
- Personal snacks
If you don’t have all the listed equipment, please reach out to us at asipolyescapes@calpoly.edu to inquire about rentals or borrowing equipment.
An extensive gear list will be provided at the mandatory pre-trip meeting. Trip leaders will contact participants in advance with more information.
The Poly Escapes Rental Center at the Cal Poly Recreation Center has the gear you need for your next adventure! Explore our selection online, then visit the Rental Center to equip your trip.
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