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 […]
Our loopy hike will begin at the Vanowen St trail head for El Escorpión Park. We’ll head west along a dry creek until we enter the Upper Las Virgenes Canyon […]
Scroll down to rsvp Details This one us my classic "Sea to Mesa Peak" hike Many hiking groups promise to take you to Mesa Peak but they never do. That's […]
Join our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/hikingwithdean/ I'm timing this hike with the opening of Spruzzo Restaurant in Pacific Palisades. Date may change accordingly. We begin the hike by traveling south […]
This online meeting is to discuss issues and logistics for our SB Camping and Hiking event this weekend. Topics will include whatever interests you plus: Post hike bbqTrailhead shuttleDiscuss hike […]
This is a 2nd online meeting is to discuss issues and logistics for our SB Camping and Hiking event this weekend. You should attend at least one. Topics will include […]
I have reserved a spot at the Los Prietos Campground in the Los Padres National Forest for 7/11 Sunday night and 7/12 Monday night. I am putting together a couple […]
Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/hikingwithdean/ Details Eagle Rock, the most impressive landmark in all of Topanga State Park, will afford us an airy perch overlooking the upper watershed of Santa […]
The Full Moon in July is the Buck Moon, named after the new antlers that emerge from a buck's forehead around this time of the year. It is also called […]
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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