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It Never Rains in Southern California #4 – 3.5 Miles 2 hrs

826 Lucile Ave 826 Lucile Ave, Los Angeles, CA, US

Let’s explore the winding streets of Silver Lake as we explore a bit of Hollywood History by climbing the Music Box Steps, made famous by the classic comedy film duo, […]

Bedford Peak 3800

Maple Springs Truck Trail Maple Springs Truck Trail, Silverado, CA, US

Join our 7.3-mile conditioning hike to Bedford Peak on Sunday, January 7, 2023, at 7 am via the Maple Springs Trail. The trail ascends 2066 feet, taking approximately 4.5 hours, […]

It Never Rains in Southern California #5 – 8.6 mi, 4.5 hours

South La Brea Avenue & Don Lorenzo Drive Los Angeles, CA, US

Shed those holiday calories by joining us for a refreshing hike in the sunshine. The loop trail begins at Kenneth Hahn East, winds its way to Kenneth Hahn West, and […]

It Never Rains in Southern California #6 – 3.8 mi, 2 hours

1500 Colorado Blvd 1500 Colorado Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, US

Finish off this series with a gentle cooldown. You don't have to take a westbound 747 to explore Eagle Rock streets that are so steep, the sidewalks have stairs! Heft […]

Wilderness Travel Course

Long Beach City College 5000 E Lew Davis St, Long Beach, CA 90808, Long Beach, CA, US

www.wildernesstravelcourse.org We have a few spaces left in our Long Beach Class for the Wilderness Travel Course. Learn new skills like hiking, backpacking, navigation, bouldering, snow travel, and everything in […]

I: Winter Bus Trip to Mammoth Mountain with Wilderness Adventures, OCSS

Wildwood Avenue Trail head 936 Wildwood Avenue, Thousand Oaks, CA, US

Ski Downhill or Snowboard on Mammoth Mtn. Daily backcountry ski tours and snowshoe tours with the leaders. XC Ski or Snowshoe on your own at Tamarack Nordic Center. Learn to […]

INFORMATIONAL POSTING -35th Annual Beginning Backpack Class

La Crescenta-Montrose La Crescenta-Montrose, CA, US

INFORMATIONAL POSTING -35th Annual Beginning Backpack Class Have you ever wanted to learn to backpack and get away from the crowds of people? Learn how to backpack in 3 Saturday […]

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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.