This short hike offers a nice variety of canyon and ocean scenery, and is not as well traveled as some of the other trails in the eastern Santa Monica Mountains. […]
Join us for a short but heart-pounding hike through the old stomping grounds of Edgar Rice Burroughs in Caballero Canyon. We'll take the Dinosaur Egg Trail to Mulholland, head up […]
Details We've been doing this one in Chatsworth since 2009, and is one of our most popular hikes. It's the scariest hike this side of Transylvania! Check out the scary […]
We've been doing this one in Chatsworth/Twin Lakes since 2009. It's the scariest hike this side of Transylvania! Due to ongoing development in the area our exact path is unknown […]
A loop hike filled with local history and a set of stairs. What more can you ask for? Our hike will begin at the west end of Calabasas Rd where […]
Details High above central Malibu is Saddle Peak, just east of Malibu Canyon, one of the highest points in the Santa Monica Mountains at 2,805 feet. Up here you […]
I've curated some REI stuff that is marked down 50% or more. The selection changes often so check in every couple of days - https://www.hikingwithdean.com/rei/ (Note: MU forces me to […]
KEEN hit the scene running in 2003 with the Newport, a sandal that protects your toes. Since then, KEEN shoes, boots and sandals have earned fans among paddlers, hiker, travelers […]
With two waterfalls, scenic volcanic outcroppings, a variety of hiking trails, several pleasant picnic areas, and abundant open space, Wildwood park is a great place to escape the hustle and […]
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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