• Inspiring/Challenging/Steep Moonlight Hike: Caballero Lp Trl off Reseda(Tarzana)

    4047 Reseda Blvd 4047 Reseda Blvd, Tarzana, CA, US

    STATSDifficulty: 4/10, Moderate but steep uphillLength: 4 miles, 2 hours plus breaksElevation Gain & Loss: 1400’View: Cross-valley view and Ocean on clear nightsDetails: Steeper uphill, easier downhill TRAILHEAD INFOPark on the street near the address. Night-hiking in LA is amazing! Trails are practically empty, breeze is cool, & the beautiful city below you offers unlimited […]

  • Eaton Saddle to Switzer Falls -Car Shuttle

    Switzer Falls Parking Lot Switzer Truck Trail, Altadena, CA 91001, Altadena, CA, US

    The Stats Not for beginners Distance: 10 miles> Elevation Gain: While mostly downhill, there will still be at least 1500 ft. of uphill. Rating: Moderate 7/10, off trail, bushwhacking, poodle dog bush, poison oak, creek walking, etc... Duration: 5-7 hours NO SWEEPER!! wait-listed Rain, snow - cancels the hike The Plan We will meet at […]

  • Jones and Hastings Peaks

    Bailey Canyon Wilderness Park 451 W. Carter Ave., Sierra Madre, CA, US

    Get your Monday morning started with a brisk hike to Jones and Hastings peaks. The Numbers Distance: 8 mi Elevation gain: 3,000 ft. Rating 6/10, not for beginners Trail: Hiking trail with some calf-level brush on the way to Hastings. Parking: Lot and street. Keep the noise down so the neighbors don't create parking rules. […]

  • Inspiring & Challenging Steep Moonlight Hike to Parker Mesa Overlook

    468 S Surfview Dr 468 S Surfview Dr, Pacific Palisades, CA, US

    STATSDifficulty: 4/10, Moderate but steep uphillLength: 2.5 miles, 1.75 hours plus breaksElevation Gain & Loss: 1200’; Peak: 1523’View: Panoramic view of Malibu, ocean, West Side, DowntownDetails: This hike has some STEEP moments, is not on most trail maps & has 2 benches on top to relax on TRAILHEAD INFOThe trail head is at the end […]

  • The Grand Canyon (not that one)

    Chaney Trail gate 3730 Chaney Trail, Altadena, CA, US

    Not for beginners-limited number of hikers. Rain cancels hike. Important: Parking is limited and carpooling will help. Also, the parking area fills up early so please arrive on time. This location does require a National Forest Adventure Pass for parked vehicles. The Stats Distance: <12 miles round trip Rating: 8/10 Elevation gain: 2500 ft. Trail: […]

  • Chivo Canyon to Las Llajas

    Las Llajas Canyon Trail 5715 Evening Sky Rd, Simi Valley, Ca, US

    Join me for a brisk loop hike in the hills above Simi Valley. The Numbers:Distance: 9 mi Elevation: ~1800 ft Rating: 6/10 Trail: Fire-road and trail. ******************************************************************* PLEASE - Know your limits and abilities. Bring snacks and drink plenty of liquids when hiking. Check weather conditions and dress accordingly and be aware of your surroundings […]

  • Inspiring & Challenging Steep Moonlight Hike: Mission Peak Loop in Granada Hills

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

    STATSDifficulty: 4/10, Steep up & down, with some slippery spotsLength: 3 miles, 2 hours plus breaksElevation Gain & Loss: 1225’; Peak: 2700’View: Amazing 360 View of Valleys and MountainsDetails: This hike has some STEEP moments but has a bench at the top to relax on. We made a new uphill trail, which is not on […]

 

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