
Treasure Lakes, bonus hike (Valencia Hiking Crew)
This is an optional day hike for people who want to spend an extra day after doing the Little Lakes Valley Trail event. Length : at least 5 milesElevation gain: […]

This is an optional day hike for people who want to spend an extra day after doing the Little Lakes Valley Trail event. Length : at least 5 milesElevation gain: […]

Let's beat the heat! Bring enough water and if you can bring extra for Don's tree that is at the peak. Not for beginners Distance: 6> miles Elevation Gain: 1900 […]

The Ed Davis Park in Towsely Canyon has several trails and we will take the most popular. Distance: 6 milesElevation Gain: 1600 ftDifficulty: Beginner to Intermediate pace.Dogs: are allowed in […]

Per Sachika and Carmen A. request. Out and back. Trail is well maintained, shaded and cooler in the canyon. Not for beginners. Distance: 6>Elevation Gain: 2086> we will find out […]

Total Distance: 18.5 milesElevation: 5,470 elevation gainRating: Strenuous I have a permit for 12 on July 31st and would love to have some company on this iconic and strenuous hike. […]

Joshua Tree NP is a regular VHC destination. And I was able to reserve a group campsite good for 20 people with parking for 8 cars. But due to the […]

Description: This is a 2-night backpacking trip. On August 21, 2021, we meet at the Wolverton trailhead at 7:00 a.m. Then, we start our hike to Alta Peak at 7:30 […]
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. The Organizers and members of Hiking With Dean are not professional leaders, guides, or mountaineers. The function of the member or organizer is only to organize the trip. Each person who shows up for a trip/meetup (and their guest or guests) is responsible for his or her own safety. By attending a hike, or any other event organized by this group, you are acknowledging that you and any guests that you bring are aware of the risks, dangers and hazards associated with the activity and freely accept and fully assume all such risks, dangers and hazards, and further agree to release and discharge the Organizers, Members of the Hiking With Dean Meetup Group from and against any and all liability arising from your participation in the group activities per our ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND LIABILITY WAIVER and Section 6.2 of the Meetup.com Terms of Service. |
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