1. California Outdoor Adventures
- Location: Statewide
- Activities: Hiking, biking, kayaking, paddleboarding, and more
- Description: A member-driven Meetup group offering a variety of outdoor adventures across California. Members can organize and post events at no charge, fostering a collaborative community.
- Website: Meetup GroupSports Basement+4Facebook+4Social Hiker+4Meetup
2. San Diego Happy Feet
- Location: San Diego
- Activities: Hiking, backpacking, camping, snowboarding, skiing, running, cycling, kayaking, paddleboarding
- Description: An active Facebook group with regular events, including challenging hikes and various outdoor activities. Members can also create and post their own events.
- Facebook: San Diego Happy FeetFacebookSocial Hiker+2Facebook+2San Diego Magazine+2San Diego Magazine
3. SoCal Christian Hiking and Outdoor Adventures
- Location: Southern California
- Activities: Hiking, outdoor adventures, events, and weekend getaways
- Description: A group dedicated to combining faith and outdoor exploration, organizing hikes and adventures throughout Southern California.
- Facebook: SoCal Christian Hiking and Outdoor AdventuresFacebookFacebook
4. San Diego Snowboarding & Skiing Group
- Location: San Diego
- Activities: Snowboarding and skiing
- Description: A Facebook group open to all levels, from beginners to experienced enthusiasts, focusing on snowboarding and skiing activities.
- Facebook: San Diego Snowboarding & SkiingFacebook
5. Bay Area Hiking Group
- Location: San Francisco Bay Area
- Activities: Hiking
- Description: A Facebook group where members share hiking experiences, plan group hikes, and explore trails in the Bay Area.
- Facebook: Bay Area Hiking GroupReddit+10Outdoor Adventure Club+10Meetup+10Meetup
6. California Alpine Club
- Location: San Francisco Bay and Sacramento areas
- Activities: Hiking, skiing, wilderness trips
- Description: An all-volunteer, outdoors-oriented social group that organizes various outdoor activities and manages two rustic lodges for members.
- Website: California Alpine Club
- Facebook: California Alpine Club FriendsWikipedia
7. Tahoe Adventure Company
- Location: Lake Tahoe
- Activities: Backpacking, mountain biking, skiing, wakeboarding, running, swimming, SUP paddling, skate skiing, biking, scuba diving, kayaking
- Description: Offers guided outdoor adventures in the Lake Tahoe area, led by experienced guides passionate about the outdoors.
- Website: Tahoe Adventure CompanyTahoe Adventure Company+2Tahoe Adventure Company+2tahoeadventurecompany.invisiblegold.com+2
8. Outdoor Adventure Club
- Location: San Francisco Bay Area
- Activities: Backpacking, hiking, rock climbing, kayaking, snowshoeing, backcountry skiing, and more
- Description: Provides adventure trips led by professional guides, specializing in adventures in the San Francisco Bay Area and Northern California.
- Website: Outdoor Adventure ClubTahoe Adventure Company+7tahoeadventurecompany.invisiblegold.com+7Yelp+7Wikipedia+2Outdoor Adventure Club+2Tahoe Adventure Company+2
9. Sports Basement Outdoors
- Location: San Francisco and various locations
- Activities: Road and mountain biking, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, skiing, snowshoeing, hiking
- Description: Organizes outdoor activities and events, including free group rides and adventures, promoting an active lifestyle.
- Website: Sports Basement OutdoorsSports Basement
10. Social Hikers
- Location: Statewide
- Activities: Hiking, backpacking, camping, snowboarding, skiing, running, cycling, kayaking, paddleboarding
- Description: A platform connecting hikers and outdoor enthusiasts across California, offering information on hiking groups and clubs.
- Website: Social HikersOutdoors for All Foundation+11Facebook+11Facebook+11Facebook+2San Diego Magazine+2Social Hiker+2
These groups and resources provide ample opportunities for outdoor adventures across California. Whether you’re interested in paddling serene rivers, biking rugged trails, or hiking scenic paths, there’s a community or organization ready to welcome you.