· Hike leader volunteer(s): Paul · Distance: 10.2 Miles total (out and back style) · Elevation gain: 2,084 ft · Time: Approximately 6.5 to 7 hours hiking including a snack break. · Conditioning: You need to be in generally good physical condition. · Dogs: Dogs are welcome but need to be on a leash. · […]

Saturday October 5, 2024: LOCAL - Pacoima Wash Canyon to Dutch Louie's Tunnel ***** RAIN OR SNOW FALLING AT TRAILHEAD CANCELS THIS HIKE ****** DISTANCE: 5 miles (out and back, REVERSE style - that means uphill on the way back!) GAIN: ~ 850' elevation gain, all on the way back RATING: Moderate + (for the […]

Meetup Time: 8:00 A.M. DISTANCE: 6.5 (ish) miles - Out and Back GAIN: 1,934 ft’ RATED: Beginner/Intermediate HIKE DURATION: About 4 hours (including a 20-minute snack break) DESCRIPTION: This is a conditioning hike and if you are not into walking on little more than a steep walk up a paved road, you might be disappointed. […]

DESCRIPTION: This is probably the last beach hike I’ll plan for the year as cooler weather is likely on the way – yeah! The hike includes great views of the ocean, mountains and lush grass valleys, but is a workout. It is rated an intermediate/advanced hike due to the gain (1266 ft. in the first […]

DESCRIPTION: Highlights include beautiful views and the first 2.5 miles being relatively easy. The last 1.5 miles have steep climbs, loose gravel, and limited shade. DETAILS: · Hike leader volunteer(s): Dave. · Meet location: Mt. Wilson Redbox Canyon Road · Distance: ~ 7 3/4 Miles total (out and back style) · Elevation gain: ~ 2000' […]

DESCRIPTION: This is a 7 mile out-and-back hike near Palmdale, California. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. We will start on the Pacific Crest Trail and hike to Cooper Canyon Falls. As of a few weeks ago there was a lot of water flowing. For those who are on the adventurous side, we will be […]

Mt. Lukens is the tallest peak in the Los Angeles city limits and it has spectacular views of the Los Angeles basin and surrounding mountains from the summit - so bring your cameras and be ready to take some great pics! This hike makes a loop from Deukmejian Wilderness Park in Glendale, ascending via the […]

Meetup Time: 8:05 A.M. (Park Gates open at 8 AM) DISTANCE: 6.5 (ish) miles - Out and Back GAIN: 300 ft’ RATED: Beginner/Intermediate HIKE DURATION: About 4 hours (including a 20-minute snack break) DESCRIPTION: This 6ish-mile, easy-effort hike at Malibu Creek State Park will take you to several iconic locations from the park's history in […]

Need to work off some Thanksgiving dinner? If you also like stunning views, lush oak groves, and getting away from it all (while not really being too far from home) you’ll love this hike! Thanks to Dave, who pre-hiked this awhile back and was kind enough to let me leverage his efforts. We’ll take Oak […]