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SPRING BACKBONE TRAIL 2024 #5 – Tapia Park to Latigo Canyon

Latigo Canyon Trailhead Latigo Canyon Road & Backbone Trail, Malibu

Our fifth Backbone Trail hike in the Santa Monica Mountains will be l0 miles with 2000’ elevation gain on the BBT going from the Tapia Park area to the Latigo […]

Hike at O’Neill Regional Park + Brunch at Cook’s Corner

O'Neill Regional Park 30892 Trabuco Canyon Rd, Trabuco Canyon

The hike we will be doing is approximately 5 miles with 870 ft. of elevation gain. We will begin at the Live Oak Trail trailhead. This is where you will […]

SB backcountry- Los Padres Manzana Narrows

Backbone Trail Backbone Trail, Malibu

Come explore the Santa Barbara backcountry in the San Rafael Wilderness. 
4/27 Meet at 8:30am at Nira campground . Hike about 6.5 miles with 1,500’ gain to Manzana Narrows and […]

Old Ridge Route to Knapp Ranch…& More!

Ridge Route Ranch 33814 Ridge Rte Rd, Lancaster

There is a lot of history on this ride. Many of you probably already know something about Route 99, and some of you who grew up in the West San […]

Historic Bike Ride on the Old Ridge Route

Crags Drive & Seminole Drive California

I have scheduled a ride with my eBike group. Check it out https://www.meetup.com/socal-ebike-riders/events/300472597/

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.

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