https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/mentryville-pico-canyon-trail
Hello Fellow Hikers,
Mentryville Park is a moderate hike through a historic ghost town and oil-drilling village outside Santa Clarita. Beyond the oil history, the site also features beautiful rolling hills and lovely views, especially in the cooler months. Those who are unaware of Southern California’s preserved history need look no further than present-day Santa Clarita. To its east in Placerita Canyon, California’s first gold was discovered in 1842 – a full six years before the better known strike at Sutter’s Mill. And here in Pico Canyon – less than 10 miles from Placerita as the crow flies – sits the site of California’s first commercially viable oil well. Mentryville and the surrounding canyons became popular shooting locations for films and television shows, including Lassie movies, The Color Purple, the X-Files, Murder, She Wrote, and Big Love. Carpooling at our same meetup spot will be offered for anyone who wishes to carpool or follow to the trailhead (Best donuts located 2325 Kuehner Dr # 127 Simi Valley off the 118 freeway at 9:15am) I have attached the AllTrails link for directions, stats and photos..https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/mentryville-pico-canyon-trail
Trail out and back
Miles 6.8
Elevation Gain 1272 ft
Rated moderate
Dogs allowed
Parking $5.00 fee
As of now there is no sweeper for this hike so please know if you feel you can not finish for any reason please turn back early.
Please check back on hike info as rain, heat advisory, strong winds or low attendance may cause the hike to be rescheduled
We will always follow Jim’s Golden Rules:
- Hike your own hike
- Please stop at every junction and split to wait for others to catch up
Please remember to bring all essentials you’ll need for a hike
Liability Disclaimer:
And last….The Organizer, Co Organizer, Assistant Organizers and Event hosts in this group are not professional guides. The function of the organizer is only to organize the trip. Each person who signs up for a Event is responsible for his or her own safety and the safety of his or her guest. Remember this is your hike all responsibilities are of your own once you attend please be aware of your limit.
