Join us for a 30 mile ebike ride on the paved Santa Clarita bike trails which form the shape of an abstract four-leaf clover. BIKE RIDE QUALIFICATIONS: This ebike ride is very pleasant and suitable for all bike riders who can ride at least 30 miles on mostly flat terrain at a speed of 12 […]
We were here last May and found a new old west is rising! Let's check out the continiuing rebuilding progress of the famous Old Western Town at Paramount Ranch with this easy hike. 📽️As many of you know, until the Woolsey fire, this was the filming site of hundreds of movies and TV shows since […]
Fit Beginner 4.3 miles, 480' gain. Easier Option: 4 miles, 230' gain. We walk a mostly flat section for 1.1 mi. to the 2nd junction. Easier option: Continue straight for 3/4 mi., left at the split, right after another 500', arriving at some picnic tables on the right after another 750'. Regular route: Left, heading […]
This hike starts at Castillo Trail to Wildwood Park. In the spring, it’s spectacular with an abundance of mustard greens, wildflowers and California poppies in addition to bountiful water in the waterfalls and creeks. Wildwood Park in Thousand Oaks is one of the most versatile local parks with 27 miles of trails skittering through this […]
Parking is limited, please consider carpooling! This hike will take us about 8 miles round-trip with 1800 feet of elevation gain on winding trails to dramatic rocky overlook with striking views of the Pacific, Stunt Ranch State Park, Calabasas Peak, and Old Topanga and Cold Creek Canyons. There are also longer vistas northwest into Ventura […]
Fit Beginner, 4.1 miles, 720' gain. Easier route: 3.9 miles, 500' gain. Is it Talepop or Talopop? Maps and signs that I have seen, use the 2nd spelling, but a lot of references use the other. We'll meet in front of the facilities building at the center of the park. This is a lollipop hike. […]
Let's hike. The roughly 7 miles with 680 elevation gain includes some rolling hills and flatter parts as well as a nice viewpoint at the top of BIG RED! Enjoy walking along eucalyptus trees and looking at beautiful homes. Bring sun protection, layers, water, and a snack. Wear shoes w/good tread as the soil can […]
Time and date are as noted above. We will start this hike at Santa Rosa Regional Park at the parking area in Hill Canyon, cross the bridge over the runoff creek, and stroll a mile before turning onto the fire road up the Western Plateau. We will continue straight at the crest of the fire […]
Trail statistics are approximate. For safety purposes always assume they are underestimated. But don’t be disappointed if they are overestimated. Bring more water and snacks than you think you’ll need. Trail descriptions are based on previous hikes. Current conditions are unknown until arrival. Expect the unexpected and plan accordingly. The Organizers and members of Hiking With Dean are not professional leaders, guides, or mountaineers. The function of the member or organizer is only to organize the trip. Each person who shows up for a trip/meetup (and their guest or guests) is responsible for his or her own safety. By attending a hike, or any other event organized by this group, you are acknowledging that you and any guests that you bring are aware of the risks, dangers and hazards associated with the activity and freely accept and fully assume all such risks, dangers and hazards, and further agree to release and discharge the Organizers, Members of the Hiking With Dean Meetup Group from and against any and all liability arising from your participation in the group activities per our ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND LIABILITY WAIVER and Section 6.2 of the Meetup.com Terms of Service. |
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