RASC Hiking
New in 2026! Hike with Rochester Active Sports Community!
Throughout the summer, Rochester Active Sports Community hosts hiking and walking groups in many of the local city and state parks.
Inaugural hike: Oxbow Park, June 13th
Join us for a moderate-paced hikes or walking in and around Rochester! Typical route is about 4-6 miles at a pace of about 20 minutes per mile. Note that pace may vary depending on weather, group size, and trail conditions. Leaders will do their best to keep the group together, though some natural spreading may occur. We will pause occasionally to enjoy the scenery. The hike usually concludes with a lunch at a neaby restraurant for those interested.
For calendar of upcoming hikes, see RASC Upcoming Events.
Watch RASC Discord for last minute changes due to weather!
What to bring:
Dress for the weather (layers recommended)
Wear hiking boots or supportive sneakers
Bring water as needed
Optional: lawn chairs for after hike socializing
Please be aware that in many parks outside Rochester, there is limited or no cellphone coverage. If you are unfamiliar with a park, please download a map prior to you phone ahead of time.
Important: All regular hikers must be RASC members. If you only plan to participate in the organized walks, then you do not need to be a RASC member or sign the waiver. If you would like to participate as a guest to try it out, please click on the guest waiver button below to digitally sign our waiver.
Questions? Please feel free to post questions on RASC Discord to the Hiking group page.
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