January 2026 Monthly Group Hike

Rain or shine! Join AORN of The San Francisco Bay Area for the first group hike of 2026 on Sunday, January 25th at 8:30am starting at the Lake Chabot Marina and Cafe in Castro Valley, CA.

This is a chance to meet and network with your colleagues as you enjoy some exercise, fresh air and panoramic views of Lake Chabot.

Chapter Co-Vice President, Joy Chau, RN will lead the hike.

Length: 3.5 miles         
Type: Out/Back
Difficulty: easy, the trail is 100% paved.
Elevation gain: 200 feet. This is the total amount of ascension in the hike.  

The group will meet near the Lake Chabot Marina & Cafe in Castro Valley. 

Family, friends, and leashed dogs are welcome!

Parking fee: $5/car. Dog fee: $2/each (guide dog/service animal enter FREE)

There is free street parking just outside the park, along Lake Chabot Road. Add an additional 5 minutes or more to walk to our meeting place if parking here.

A reminder to wear comfortable walking/hiking shoes, layers, and sunscreen. Don't forget to bring some water too!

Questions? Text/call Joy Chau at (925) 487-6426.

Adverse Weather Rule:
Since this is a 100% paved trail, if the forecast predicts rain, the hike will not be canceled, unless the forecast includes winds greater than 10 mph. An email from Joy will be sent out ahead of the hike to those registered to confirm adverse weather plans, as well as a group text the evening before or early the morning of the hike.

Liability Waiver:
By signing up for this hiking event, you hereby release it's organizers, hosts, and all participants from any and all liabilities, claims, demands or causes of action that you now have, or may have in the future, for illness, injuries, damages, and /or economic loss of any kind or nature, arising in whole or in part out of the activities, advice, or information contained herein . You are acknowledging the requirements, the possible risks and are taking responsibility for your own health and safety issues. And safety matters!