Get ready for a hike in Malibu Creek State Park the other groups don't do. Our old destination, the stone house, is gone but this moderately strenuous 7-miler is still a great diversion from the usual MCSP treks. We’ll start at the western end of Crags Rd near Malibou Lake and head on up to […]
Join us for a leisurely hike through the old stomping grounds of Edgar Rice Burroughs in Caballero Canyon in Tarzana. Caballero Creek ought to be full of water today. If you've hiked Caballero Canyon in the past but never seen much water in the creek then you'll not want to miss this hike The Caballero […]
Raise your hand if you've been to Temescal Canyon but never seen the waterfall at full flow.....or the 2nd waterfall. Those of you who raised your hand, RSVP today! Temescal Canyon is a very popular hiking spot with great views of the ocean and LA basin on clear days, a seasonal waterfall, and a densely […]
I normally reserve this hike for the HWD VIPs, but this month I am inviting all HWD members. VIPs are members that have made a donation or assisted with trail work. For more info see https://www.hikingwithdean.com/vip-circle/ We will begin by hiking northwest on the Backbone Trail to Upper Zuma Canyon. Our first stop will be […]
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Another Hiking With Dean original — no one does Solstice Canyon like we do! Solstice Canyon is the quintessential coastal canyon. The year-round stream provides ample water to support this 550-acre park’s numerous plant communities and a diverse wildlife population. There is a 30 ft water fall and some ruins that are fun to explore….…..But […]
Our destination is a familiar one but on this trek we'll stay off the fire and service roads that everyone else uses. Calabasas Peak (2163 ft) towers over Red Rock Canyon, Old Topanga Canyon and bowl-shaped Cold Creek Canyon. From the top there are spectacular views into Ventura County, the Pacific Ocean and San Fernando […]
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