
Wildlife Tunnel Loop – Intermediate
Intermediate - 3 miles, 1000' gain. This hike is relatively short, but the middle portion is a rugged and continuous incline for 1 mile with about 700' of gain. Even […]

Intermediate - 3 miles, 1000' gain. This hike is relatively short, but the middle portion is a rugged and continuous incline for 1 mile with about 700' of gain. Even […]

3.5 miles, 800' gain, easy intermediate.Note that we start from the Andora trailhead. This hike will include an extended stay at the top, where we'll have a snack share social […]

Let's celebrate new year on the trail with potluck picnic! Easy-Intermediate, 4 miles, 800' gain We'll be passing through a beautiful canyon with huge red, pale purple, and tan sandstone […]

5 miles, 800' gain, Easy Intermediate.The address is not where the hike starts, it's a nearby house that GPS might be able to follow to get you to the lot. […]

5.4 miles, 1050' gain, Easy Intermediate. This hike is one of the most beautiful hikes in Simi Valley. There are 3 extended inclines, about 1000 steps each, on fire road. […]

Fit Beginner, 4.3 miles, 480' gain. If it's too hot, we'll change the return and make this an out-and-back instead of a loop, which lowers the gain to 230'. This […]

3.5 miles, 800' gain, easy intermediate.Note that we start from the Andora trailhead. This hike will include an extended stay at the top, where we'll have a snack share social […]

Easy Intermediate, 4.5 miles, 900' gain. This is a unique loop through Wildwood Park that takes us to the famous Lizard Rock. There are several extended inclines and a few […]

3.0 miles, 800' gain, easy-intermediate. This hike is rated easy-intermediate because it is a continuous incline for 1.5 miles. This isn't real steep, but it is continuous, and many beginner […]
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