• Sawmill the hard way – Cerro Noroeste to Grouse and Sawmill

    West Tumamait Trailhead - 21W03 Cerro Noroeste Rd, Maricopa, CA, US

    Meetup Time : 8:30 A.M. DISTANCE: 7 miles - out and back style. GAIN: 1700' RATED: Not for beginners. This one is Moderate / Moderate + mainly for thin air (low oxygen) impact and long steeper stretches. HIKE DURATION: About 4 1/2 hours (including a 20-minute snack break) DESCRIPTION: This 7-mile hike from the 8100 […]

  • No Hikes Scheduled this weekend

    Sycamore Canyon Campground 9000 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA, US

    We will be taking a moment to pause our hiking activities and take some time to evaluate our policies and procedures to ensure we can continue to keep our hikes fun and safe for everyone. Thank you for all your support.

  • CHC Camping Trip Stony Creek Campground, Sequoia National Forest August 25-27

    Stony Creek Campground California, CA, US

    Sequoia National Forest is a beautiful alpine area with some of the largest trees on earth – the giant sequoias. Our campground is near a beautiful natural granite waterslide with swimming holes. Come prepared to get wet! Campground is about 4.5 hours from Santa Clarita. Road closures may cancel trip. Add your name to the […]

  • National Public Lands Day (Volunteer Event)

    About this event The Angeles National Forest, National Forest Foundation, and St. Francis Dam National Memorial Foundation invite you to volunteer in the Angeles National Forest to celebrate National Public Lands Day on Saturday, September 23, from 9am-12pm followed by a provided lunch from 12pm-1pm. Volunteers will join the St. Francis Dam National Memorial Foundation […]

  • Shake Canyon to Campgrounds and part of PCT (Lake Hughes area)

    21033 Pine Canyon Rd 21033 Pine Canyon Rd, Lake Hughes, CA, US

    We're Back in Action! DESCRIPTION: Initial challenging climb up a canyon with a running stream to an old Campground, then a long fire road to top, then a long section of the PCT back down to the Canyon for the descent down the mountain. Lollipop style. Portions of this hike were burned in the Lake […]

  • Wind Wolves Preserve – A Favorite CHC Hike!

    Wind Wolves Preserve 16019 CA-166, Bakersfield, CA, US

    DESCRIPTION: Hike leader volunteers: Nancy H. Meet: Wind Wolves Preserve at The Crossing Parking Lot at 8:15am, departure at 8:30am sharp. Distance: 8.3 miles Elevation gain: Approx 1020 ft Time: ~ Approx 4 hours hiking including one snack break The Wind Wolves Preserve is a hidden gem. We'll start from "The Crossing" Parking Lot and […]

  • Santa Clara Divide Road to Los Pinetos

    Newhall Park and Ride 20303 Newhall Ave, Santa Clarita, CA, US

    DESCRIPTION: We'll start from Whitney Canyon Park and hike along the Santa Clara Divide Road to Los Pinetos where you'll be treated to stunning 360 degree views of the local valleys and if it's a clear day beautiful downtown Los Angeles! It's an out and back trail that not only delivers not only scenic panoramas […]

  • Joshua Tree Camping – Jan 4-8, 2024

    Indian Cove Group Camp Indian Cove Rd (off 29 Palms), 34.09715° N, 116.15971° W, Twentynine Palms, CA, US

    Desert camping, starry skies, and amazing rock formations! ⛺️ 🪨 We have a group site for up to 25 people. 😀 Carpooling highly recommended. Camping fees to be split among attendees. Severe weather (high winds, extreme cold) will cancel event. More info will be emailed to those who RSVP. See you there!

  • Santa Clara Divide Road to Los Pinetos

    Newhall Park and Ride 20303 Newhall Ave, Santa Clarita, CA, US

    DESCRIPTION: We'll start from Whitney Canyon Park and hike along the Santa Clara Divide Road to Los Pinetos where you'll be treated to stunning 360 degree views of the local valleys and if it's a clear day beautiful downtown Los Angeles! It's an out and back trail that not only delivers scenic panoramas but a […]

 

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