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3-Night backpack of Thousand Island Lake (Valencia Hiking Crew)

June Lake Campground 2470 Boulder Dr, June Lake, CA, US

Description: This is a 3-night backpacking trip. The plan: The scheduled dates for this event is still tentative. The dates will be fixed once I get the wilderness permit from the INF. Considering that we already went through Gem Lake, let's see if it's feasible to start the trek from Agnew Meadow. Otherwise, we will […]

Inspiring, Challenging & Fun: Steep Sunset Night Hike: La Tuna Hostetter Loop

South La Tuna Canyon Road S La Tuna Canyon Rd, Los Angeles, CA, US

STATS Difficulty: 5/10, Moderate but steep uphill, fire road return Length: 4.2 miles, 2.5 hours plus breaks Elevation gain and loss: 1,630 Ft View: Mountains & City Lights Details: Steep uphill, great view from midpoint & optional easy downhill on road TRAILHEAD INFO S La Tuna Canyon Rd, Sun Valley, CA 91352 Getting there might […]

Grizzly Flat Trail from Vogel Flat

Stonyvale Picnic Site 2132 Stoneyvale Rd, Los Angeles, CA, US

Needed an easy-ish hike to stretch the legs and get some fresh air. The weather should be a bit cooler and the trail is partially shaded. Water crossings may or may not be avoidable and we may or may not make a bushwhacky detour to a likely dry waterfall. IF the parking lot is closed, […]

Onion Valley to Kearsarge Pass and beyond – camping at Gray’s Meadow

Grays Meadows Campground Independence, CA, US

This event is for camping only. Two nights reserved at Gray's Meadow campground in two sites, #35 and #33. Each site can accommodate two cars and there is a 6-person maximum capacity at each site. There will be an $11 per person fee that I will collect from you at the campsite. Come for one […]

Onion Valley to Kearsarge Pass and beyond – day hike

Kearsarge Pass Trailhead Onion Valley Rd, Independence, CA, US

Onion Valley to Kearsarge Pass and beyond This is an out and back day hike that will begin at 8:30am on Saturday, July 9th. This is an extremely popular trail known for its spectacular beauty and as a gateway to the Sierras. You can expect a mixture of shade and sunshine and beautiful lakes along […]

Inspiring & Challenging STEEP full-moon Hike: Mission Peak Loop in Granada Hills

18000 Sesnon Blvd 18000 Sesnon Blvd, Granada Hills, CA, US

STATS Difficulty: 4/10, Steep up & down, with some slippery spots Length: 3 miles, 2 hours plus breaks Elevation Gain & Loss: 1225’; Peak: 2700’ View: Amazing 360 View of Valleys and Mountains Details: This hike has some STEEP and slippery downhill moments but has a bench at the top to relax on. We made […]

Full Moon – Cross Town Trail to Teepee

Cross Town Tr (VHC) 5397 Harter Ln, La Crescenta, CA, US

Join me if you can for the full moon hike, weahter should be cooler at 6:30pm. It's the perfect place to enjoy the sunset, look at the city lights and company while enjoying our food! There are sections of the trail that are very steep and slippery so poles would be helpful. Bring a headlamp […]

Simi Peak from China Flats Trailhead

China Flat Trailhead on Lindero Canyon Road, Oak Park, CA Between King James Court and Wembly Avenue (on the north side of Lindero Canyon Road), Oak Park, CA, US

Been wanting to bring some water to DonT's tree that is at the peak, let's beat the heat, bring extra water if you can or just join me for the early morning workout hike. Not for beginners Distance: 6> miles Elevation Gain: 1900 feet Pace: My pace Trail: Single track, exposed, out and back Directions: […]

Day Hike of Bishop Pass Trail (w/ optional hike of Treasure Lakes Trail)

Bishop Pass Trailhead S Lake Rd, Bishop, CA, US

Description: This is a DAY HIKE of at least 10 miles. The night before the event, we sleep at the overnight parking area of the South Lake Trailhead. Some may arrive early during the day to acclimatize with the elevation. On the day of the event (Saturday), we meet at the South Lake Trailhead, where […]

 

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