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Crystal Cove State Park Loop

Pacific Ridge Trailhead Ridge Park Road, Newport Beach, CA, United States

Join us for a scenic 5.5-mile loop hike with 1,104 feet of cumulative elevation gain in Crystal Cove State Park! We'll wander through the upper and lower trails, taking in […]

End-Of-Year Hike Near The Edge Of OC

Powder Canyon Trail La Habra Heights, CA, United States

Let's get a head start on 2025 training with this hilly hike offering great views and a woodsy feel. 6.7 miles, 1233 elevation gain (we'll go up, down, up again […]

Learn New Skills-Make New Friends-Experience New Adventure

Browns Canyon Rd Parking Browns Canyon Road, Los Angeles, CA, United States

Learn New Skills-Make New Friends-Experience New Adventure Details Informational Posting Only - See Website at www.wildernesstravelcourse.org INFORMATIONAL POSTING ONLY www.wildernesstravelcourse.org Dear Group Members, particularly the recent swell of new, never-been-backpacking-before-but-want-to-start […]

Learn New Skills-Make New Friends-Experience New Adventure

HWD Agoura High Backtrail Carell Avenue 5712, Agoura Hills, CA, United States

Learn New Skills-Make New Friends-Experience New Adventure Details Informational Posting Only - See Website at www.wildernesstravelcourse.org INFORMATIONAL POSTING ONLY www.wildernesstravelcourse.org Dear Group Members, particularly the recent swell of new, never-been-backpacking-before-but-want-to-start […]

Stair Hike: Under the Banner of Blue Heaven #2 – 4.5 miles

Bellevue Recreation Center Lucile Avenue 826, Los Angeles, CA, United States

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

Peter Repeater: Peters Cyn hiking, Peet’s Coffee for socializing!

Peters Canyon (South Entrance) Silverado Terrace 10992, Tustin, CA, United States

start your year with this post-holiday conditioning hikes. Join us for a Friday morning hike at Peter's Canyon. We'll do a six mile loop starting at the south entrance. After […]

Learn New Skills-Make New Friends-Experience New Adventure

Browns Canyon Rd Parking Browns Canyon Road, Los Angeles, CA, United States

Learn New Skills-Make New Friends-Experience New Adventure Details Informational Posting Only - See Website at www.wildernesstravelcourse.org INFORMATIONAL POSTING ONLY www.wildernesstravelcourse.org Dear Group Members, particularly the recent swell of new, never-been-backpacking-before-but-want-to-start […]

Learn New Skills-Make New Friends-Experience New Adventure

Bellevue Recreation Center Lucile Avenue 826, Los Angeles, CA, United States

Learn New Skills-Make New Friends-Experience New Adventure Details Informational Posting Only - See Website at www.wildernesstravelcourse.org INFORMATIONAL POSTING ONLY www.wildernesstravelcourse.org Dear Group Members, particularly the recent swell of new, never-been-backpacking-before-but-want-to-start […]

First Steps, The Foundation to Happy Hiking

Sports Basement Kalama River Avenue 10800, Fountain Valley, CA, United States

Are you a new hiker or someone returning after a hiatus? Happy feet make for happy hiking. New designs and materials in shoes and foot accessories can seem overwhelming. We'll […]

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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.