While the heat is once again with us, we will stay fairly close to the coast and keep our elevation gain to a minimum. Temps are forecast to reach 89 at the furthest interior point of the hike, which we should get to by 9:30-10:00 a.m., before the heat of the day.
We will start in the day use parking lot at Sycamore Canyon Campground and head up the dirt trail, possibly as far as Wood Canyon. We may actually see water running in Sycamore Creek, and perhaps from the spring in Wood Canyon
This out and back hike is a maximum of 8 miles with 535 feet of elevation gain, less if it’s too hot. The hike will take place in Point Mugu State Park and Wilderness. It’s mostly single track and fire road. Dogs are not permitted in State Park wilderness areas.
Please bring ample hydration. The trail is wide, but poison oak is widespread. If you don’t know what it looks like, stay on the paths and don’t stray into the woods.
Note: We will meet at the Sycamore Canyon Campground day use paved parking lot. Meet near the bathrooms. Do NOT leave anything of value in your car, at this or any other trailhead.
Your parking pass may or may not work; it’s intended for off-season use, and we’re still in summer, though school has started again.
DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY
The hike host is a volunteer and not responsible for the group. Safety should be a priority for everyone in the group. Please treat this meet-up as hiking with a group of friends. If you become fatigued and unable to continue the hike, it is expected you will advise the hike host of this and return to our starting point on your own. If you are able to proceed, it is expected that you will maintain line of sight with other members of the group at all times and help to promote the group’s safety and fitness goals.
Outdoor sports and other events we plan can be inherently dangerous and accidents may happen. By participating in any posted event, you are taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Weekday Trailblazers Meetup Group and its organizers are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions.
If you choose to sign up for this or any Weekday Trailblazers Meetup event, you are releasing the Weekday Trailblazers Meetup Group, its organizers, and sponsors from all liability in case of possible injuries. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience. You agree that you can navigate back to your transportation by yourself and agree to do so if you fall behind and lose track of the main body of hikers.
All participants must be 18 or older, or accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
