This session will focus on travel gear and accessories that will be needed or desirable on your journey to ensure a fun and comfortable experience. It is presented by Chris Barreras of the Silicon Valley Chapter of American Pilgrims on the Camino, a volunteer non-profit that provides information and support to pilgrims and promotes the … Read more

Come join fellow Pilgrims on a gorgeous Saturday hike and take in the spring weather as you get to know others along the way. As on the Camino, discuss whatever and as much or as little as you care. This event is open to all, whether or not you’re a APOC member. Due to the … Read more

On Saturday the 11th we hike from Pacifica to the Hostel, and on to Half Moon Bay (HMB) on Sunday the 12th. A total distance of 15.9 miles.  There is an (optional) overnight at HI Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel on Friday the 10th. On Saturday everyone meets up early in HMB. We leave our cars … Read more

Let’s kick off the 2026 year by getting together! If you are planning to walk your Camino in 2026, please let us know and we’ll have your shell waiting for you. This SV Chapter event is open to all, whether you are an APOC member or not. Please register for this event via: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScdMnkdKirP4zW5953H46M3iiqQCPLyPxggLeKhTlwJyRxCig/viewform?usp=publish-editor

Experience an unforgettable evening at the historical Sebastiani Theater in Sonoma, CA, on August 10th with Celeste Mancenelli’s acclaimed performance, “Crying on the Camino.” Sponsored by American Pilgrims on the Camino, this captivating show takes you on an emotional journey through the highs and lows of the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage. Celeste Mancenelli, a renowned … Read more

Join us for a hike with fantastic views at Windy Hill Open Space Preserve. The hike is 6 miles with an elevation gain of 1300 ft. We’ll meet at 8:45 am and wait for all hikers to arrive before departing at 9:00 am sharp. NOTE: There are no latrines at the trailhead, but there is … Read more

Come join us for a hike at Almaden Quicksilver County Park at 9:00 a.m. We’ll meet in the Hacienda Entrance Parking Lot at 21785 Almaden Rd (see Google Maps link below). This park has many possibilities but we’ll plan on an 8-mile hike. Meeting Place: Hacienda entrance at 8:45 am. We’ll wait for all hikers … Read more

Come explore this South Bay treasure, located just 30 minutes south of San Jose. It offers 5 to 10 miles of trails to hike, bike, or ride horseback through rolling hills and oak woodlands. We will meet near the parking lot entrance at 8:45 am and wait for all hikers to arrive before departing at … Read more

Join us on Zoom for a Meet and Greet to talk about all things Camino. Bring your questions about what to pack, which routes to take, favorite Camino memories, etc. Register on Zoom. First come, first served. Limit 100 participants. Hope to see you on Zoom!

Put your thinking cap on and come test your Camino knowledge! To celebrate St. James’ Day this year, the Lake Tahoe, Sacramento, Silicon Valley and Northern California Chapters invite you to our very first multi-chapter Camino trivia hour. Let’s build our pilgrim community on a regional level and keep our Camino spirit strong while having … Read more