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Sierra Madre to Orchard Camp

Mount Wilson Trail Park 189 E Mira Monte Ave, Sierra Madre, CA, US

Start off your super day with a brisk hike to Orchard Camp. The NumbersDistance: 7 miElevation gain: 2,000 ft.Rating 6/10, not for beginnersTrail: Hiking trailParking: Street. Two important items: 2. […]

Condor Peak Exploratory Scramble

Trail Canyon Trail Trail Canyon Rd., Tujunga, CA, US

Trying a new route and avoiding a car shuttle this time around. Limiting the number of attendees since it's exploratory and going to be a long day/hike. Write up is […]

Cienega Canyon Loop

End of Templin Hwy 37702 Templin Hwy, Castaic, CA, US

Distance: 11.4 miles Elevation Gain: 2000 Rating: 7/10 Not for beginners! No sweeper For intermediate and advanced hikers only http://photos3.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/e/8/0/600_70743712.jpeg Don's Trail: a bit of asphalt and then single track […]

Orienteering @ Santa Fe Dam w/LAOC

Santa Fe Dam Entrance 15501 Arrow Hwy, Irwindale, ca, US

Ready to give orienteering a shot? This location is mostly flat and very beginner friendly. The terrain is described as "Flat flood basin with subtle features and highly variable vegetation […]

ZUMA Creek

Backbone Trail - Kanan Trailhead Kanan Dume Rd, Malibu, CA

Don's crazy routes are what VHC is known for. This was one of his favorites and he usually posted it this time of year around his birthday. I can't think […]

Sudden Hike ~ Skyline Trail in Honor of Don T.

Skyline Trailhead 300 South Via Montana, Burbank, CA, US

For those who never had the pleasure of hiking with Don, I can't say enough about what a remarkable person he was and what a profound influence he had on […]

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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.

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