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Stough Canyon Out and Back

1575 E Walnut Ave 1575 E Walnut Ave, Burbank, CA, US

*** YOU MUST BRING A FACE COVERING to meet up at the trailhead and to use on trail when it is not possible to avoid close proximity to other hikers. Please be mindful of other people's space. DO NOT APPROACH ANYONE WITHOUT YOUR FACE COVERING. *** Hike is waitlisted. For the time being, you must […]

Cienega Canyon Loop for Fall Colors

37770 Templin Hwy 37770 Templin Hwy, Castaic, CA, US

*** YOU MUST BRING A FACE COVERING to meet up at the trailhead and to use on trail when it is not possible to avoid close proximity to other hikers. Please be mindful of other people's space. DO NOT APPROACH ANYONE WITHOUT YOUR FACE COVERING. *** Hike is waitlisted. For the time being, you must […]

Beginner’s Exploratory Overnight Backpacking Trip in Carpinteria

Carpinteria Station Parking 475 Linden Ave, Carpinteria, CA, US

Description: This is an exploratory and beginner’s backpacking hike. So, only 5 spots will be available. We meet at the Amtrak Train Station in Carpinteria. At the train station, we leave our cars for free overnight parking. Then, we proceed to hike with our backpacking gear to the end of the Carpinteria Bluffs Nature Preserve […]

Whiting Woods Loop

Whiting Woods Trailhead 100 Whiting Woods Rd, Glendale, CA, US

One of Carmen's favorite trails at her request. This is a short trail but the first two miles are very steep. We'll take a short snack break at one of […]

Ice House Saddle- (Timber optional) via Chapman Trail

Ice House Canyon, Baldy Ice House Canyon Road, Mt Baldy, CA, US

Distance: <9> Rating: 7/10, not for beginners Pace: Intermediate/advanced There won't be a sweeper!! Elevation 2620’ gain COVID-19 GUIDELINES APPLIES, mask, social distancingEvent is waitlisted and limited to 10 hikers […]

Ontario Peak – brisk pace

Icehouse Canyon Trailhead Ice House Canyon Rd, Mt Baldy, CA, US

Let's enjoy a strenuous, brisk hike to Ontario Peak. Drive to Icehouse Canyon at https://goo.gl/R2aYUC . The Numbers: Time: arrive at 6am and depart at 6:15. Parking is a hassle […]

Boney Peak

Boney Mountain 4126 Potrero Rd., Newbury Park, CA, US

Stats:COVID-19 guidelines applies, mask, social distancingDistance: 9-10 miles, 5-7 hoursElevation Gain: 2700 ft.Rating: Mod/Adv 8/10Waitlist=10-priority previously had hiked with me this trail Trail: Looped, will be on mostly rocky and […]

Rocky Peak Exploratory ~ Sudden Hike

Rocky Peak Trailhead Rocky Peak Rd, Simi Valley, CA, US

Please read the entire write up before signing up *** YOU MUST BRING A FACE COVERING to meet up at the trailhead and to use on trail when it is […]

Tongva – The 4072nd highest peak in California.

1601 W Mountain St 1601 W Mountain St, Glendale, CA, US

The Stats Waitlisted. COVID-19 guidelines applies.Distance <6.5 milesRating 6-7/10, not for beginnersElevation gain: 2000 ft.Trail: Fire Roads and Trails w/ some steep uphills The PlanDon's writeup Warning: This route starts […]

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Trail descriptions are based on previous hikes. Current conditions are unknown until arrival. Expect the unexpected and plan accordingly.

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