
Tapo Canyon Tar Pits – Easy Intermediate
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. […]

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. […]

Happy Cinco de Mayo!! Let's celebrate together! Easy-Intermediate, 4 miles, 800' gain. Option not to hike: If for some reason you don't want to hike but still want to come, […]

Easy Intermediate, 3 miles, 700' gain Easier Option: 2.4 mi, 530' gain. (1343 Los Amigos Ave, Simi Valley, CA 93065, or 89 La Paz Ct, Simi Valley, CA 93065 to […]

3 miles, 650' gain, Fit Beginner Easy option, 1.4 miles, 450' gain, Fit Beginner The address given, is not the address of the hike. It is a nearby address that […]

Happy Mother's Day 🥂♥️ 3.5 miles, 700' gain, Easy Intermediate. Easy Option: 2.4 miles, 285' gain, Fit Beginner. We'll start by entering the Los Padres trail, through a spooky oak […]

Easy Intermediate, 4.5 miles, 600' gain Easier Option, 3.5 miles, 460' gain This is a unique loop through Wildwood Park that takes us to the famous Lizard Rock. There are […]

4 miles, 950' gain, Easy Intermediate 2 miles, 550', Fit Beginner This is a modified version of the famous Rocky Peak hike. It gives those that want something easier, a […]

2.7 miles, 650' gain, Easy-Intermediate. A hike, then a potluck party on the beach with a fire. Come for the hike, the beach party, or both! Temps likely to be […]

3.0 miles, 800' gain, easy-intermediate. Moonrise 4:28pm Photo Credit to Helen :) Let's enjoy the gorgeous sunset and the almost full moon, and fun loaded potluck picnic at the beautiful […]
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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