Meetup Time: 8:00 A.M.
DISTANCE: 6.5 (ish) miles – Out and Back
GAIN: 1,934 ft’
RATED: Beginner/Intermediate
HIKE DURATION: About 4 hours (including a 20-minute snack break)
DESCRIPTION:
This is a conditioning hike and if you are not into walking on little more than a steep walk up a paved road, you might be disappointed. The hike/walk will be up almost 2000 feet and depending on the weather we may get some epic views of the surrounding valleys. The hike starts at the Browns Canyon Rd Parking lot, then cuts through LA-88 an old Nike base that has been more recently used by taggers and LAPD. Then on up to the top of Oat Mountain for about 3 miles.
BRING: 5 Dollars for parking, good shoes, dress in layers Poles are useful, if you have them; snack lunch; a Good HAT; !!SUNSCREEN!!, bug spray / bug net (in case). 3 liters of liquids (2L water/ 1-liter electrolytes, i.e. Gatorade), and your camera.
DETAILS:
- Hike Organizer(s): Paul H.
- Meet: Brown Canyon Parking Lot 8:00 am, departure at 8:15 am sharp (Oct 12).
- Distance: Approximately 6.5 miles.
- Elevation gain: Approximately 1934 feet.
- Time: Approximately 4 hours hiking including a snack break.
- Conditioning: You need to be in generally good physical condition.
- Dogs: Dogs are allowed on leash. (Make sure to bring water for your furry friend).
- Restrooms: None
- PARKING FEE: 5 Dollars for parking ( Bring a Pen for the Iron Ranger)
IMPORTANT NOTES: We’ll hike at a brisk pace and ask everyone to stay with the group for a friendly and safe outing. There are no expected stream crossings, exposures, bugs or other warnings. As always, people may slip and fall, encounter poison oak, snakes, etc. on this hike. This event may be cancelled due to inclement weather before or at the start of the hike. Check the weather report and plan accordingly.
ESSENTIAL GEAR: Hiking boots and poles. Clothing layers recommended. Snacks and 2+ liters of water and electrolytes or salt tablets. Hat and sunscreen
The Ten Essentials of Hiking (link)
THIS HIKE RANKING: Level 4, Intermediate/Advanced (see chart below).
Please only sign up to attend hikes that are consistent with your ability. Based on your hiking during the last 90 days, how would you score on the CHC Hike rating scale of one to five assuming a brisk pace?
CHC HIKE RANKING SCALE:
1. Beginner: 1-3 miles, less than 500 feet elevation gain.
2. Beginner/Intermediate: 1-7 miles, less than 700 feet elevation gain.
3. Intermediate: 5-10 miles, 1000-2000 feet elevation gain.
4. Intermediate/Advanced: 7-12 miles, up to 3000 feet elevation gain.
5. Advanced: 10-17 miles, 3000 feet or more elevation gain.
TRAILHEAD LOCATION: 15984 Browns Canyon Rd, Chatsworth, CA 91311
NAVIGATION: We highly recommend the AllTrails app be installed on your cell phones and/or you print a copy of the trail map so you can personally navigate the trail if you need to.
The Community Hiking Club is a Non-Profit 501C3 organization. We rely on donations to continue sponsoring hikes like this. Please contribute by donating via: Cash contribution (at each hike), or via Zelle at 6617135610; or via Venmo at: @Heidi-Webber-5
DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY – IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY:
When you sign up for this event, you are releasing Community Hiking Club from any liability or responsibility with your participation in this group activity. While safety is a priority for everyone in the group, hiking can be inherently risky. By participating in any posted event, you are assuming responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Community Hiking Club (CHC) Meetup Group and its organizers and hike leaders are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in our events. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions. If you choose to sign up for any Community Hiking Club Meetup events, you are releasing the Community Hiking Club Meetup Group and Hike Leaders from all liability in case of possible injuries or death as stated in paragraph 6.2 of the Meetup “Terms of Service” located on the bottom of the Meetup website. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience. If you sign up for this hike, you are verifying that this hike is within your abilities.
