Wildwood Park is one of the most versatile local parks there is, with 27 miles of trails skittering through rocky cliffs, cacti-filled desert environs, volcanic rock, riparian forest, and a cool, watery canyon. Wildwood's archetypal western look served as the set for The Rifleman, Gunsmoke, and Wagon Train back in the day, as well as […]

Space Mountain is the name for Los Robles Trail West, starting at Moorpark Road in Thousand Oaks and switchbacking up the hill to the west. No one seems to know why it's called Space Mountain, though maybe the Disney ride inspired it. Maybe former major league pitcher Bill "Spaceman" Lee had something to do with […]

Please join Conejo Open Space Foundation for a live online presentation by local expert Jennifer Lancaster who will discuss the origins of our water, how it’s used, where it winds up, and whether those practices are sustainable at their current levels. After the presentations, there will be a Q & A session for attendees to […]

UPDATE: Please review our guidelines to participate in our hikes. Here are some highlights and a link to the guidelines: https://www.meetup.com/The-Weekday-Trailblazers/about/ Restrictions apply for your safety and ours: Don't show up unless you're on the "Attending" list No "Plus Ones" on this hike Plan on completing the entire hike at a reasonable pace or please […]

This is a second hike for Thursday at Hill Canyon in Camarillo. It is a gentler hike. We will start at the parking area in Hill Canyon, cross the bridge over the runoff creek, and stroll a mile before turning onto the Hawk Canyon Trail. The Hawk Canyon Trail connects to Western Plateau Trail and […]

We will enjoy our hike and have a post-hike potluck gathering to celebrate the 4th of July in my back yard from 12:30 pm to 4 pm. All active Trailblazers are also welcome to join the gathering and bring your favorite food, beverage or dessert to share. The address will be sent just after the […]

**Note start time of 8:30! Come hike for "liberty and justice for all", or at least to be able to eat more at your holiday celebration! It's an out and back, so go as far as you'd like and have time for. Please review the guidelines to participate in our morning hikes. Here are some […]

PLEASE NOTE THE PARKING/MEETUP LOCATION DESCRIBED BELOW (IT'S NOT WENDY & POTRERO). Route is a past favorite with the Weekday Trailblazers and Geo-hikes. Joanne is visiting SoCal, will attend, just like old times! Hike is 9.2 miles and about 1150ft up. Pace will be moderate (~2.5 MPH). It's a longer than usual evening hike and […]

HIKE DETAILS: This is a gentler hike for Thursday, hopefully there will be a marine layer at the beach since we are starting at 9:00. This hike will go from the beach up to the picnic table on the fire road, approximately 5.5 miles. Most of the hike is exposed, but hopefully we will have […]

Oak Creek Canyon Trail is a rather special trail in Los Robles Open Space that is designed for the blind as well as the sighted. The all-access trail is shaded by a canopy of oaks, while the loop trail spends more time in the chaparral. The trails form a U-shape that is connected by hiking […]

Hike Description (Intermediate/Strenuous) We will be exploring one of the most beautiful areas of the Santa Monica Mountains. From the Sandstone Peak Parking lot we will begin with an ascent to Sandstone Peak (the highest point of the Santa Monica Mountains, 3111' above sea level) and then veer off to the right, taking the Mishe […]

This loop hike is about 5 miles with about 800' of total elevation gain, spread out nicely, with a little bonus loop through Oak Creek Canyon. "Robles" is Spanish for oaks, and we'll see plenty of them on this beautiful, hike. Trailhead Directions: From the 101 in Thousand Oaks, turn south on Moorpark Road. Drive […]

This is a gentler hike on the Los Robles trail. This is a loop of about 4.5 miles with about 800' of total elevation gain, spread out nicely, with a little bonus loop through Oak Creek Canyon. "Robles" is Spanish for oaks, and we'll see plenty of them on this beautiful, relaxing hike. Trailhead Directions: […]

Join us at the Santa Paula Art Museum on Saturday, July 15, 2023, for the premiere of “The California Scene,” a group exhibition presented by California Art League (CAL) and CAL’s 2023 Gold Medal Exhibition. Jazan Kozma will have two photos in the exhibition - Congratulations, Jazan!! Admission to the premiere party is $5.00 for […]

I pre-hiked the trail this morning and it is absolutely stunning with wildflowers beside the awesome blend of ocean and mountain views in Malibu’s La Jolla Canyon. The trail follows the canyon eastward, away from the ocean. Then, it quickly brings you back toward the ocean at a gradual incline. There’s a great lookout spot […]

This is a cooler, gentler hike after a hot, hot weekend. Because of the heat, we will pace this as a gentler hike and we will take some breaks to let slower hikers catch up and turn around just before going up to the monument. We will start in the parking lot at Rancho Sierra […]

http://photos2.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/b/0/e/c/event_80025292.jpeg Since the trail has been redesigned and is now about 8 1/2 miles, we will stop at Ventu Park Road for our break unless everyone wants to go on to Angel Vista. It will be warm, so we may slow the pace down a little. AUGUST 2021 UPDATE: Please review the newly revised guidelines […]

We will start this hike into MCSP from Tapia Park. The Tapia Park entrance is just before the Piuma intersection. Note: a day use fee (machine at entrance) is required if you don't have a State Park Pass. After you enter Tapia, drive to the picnic area and take a hard left onto Dorothy Lane. […]

To beat this insane heat, let’s explore Carpinteria Bluffs Nature Preserve to Carpinteria State Beach, passing through Tar Pits Park and Seal Sanctuary Overlook! I pre-hiked today. Yes, it was cool as it was 67F when I was left there around 11am. This beautiful, beachside green space is one of the last undeveloped strips of […]

Join us on an out and back hike up the Ray Miller Trail and the Overlook Trail. We’ll turn back around the Guadalasca Trail intersection. We’ll enjoy beautiful ocean views as we descend. We'll pick up about 1500’ gain on this 8-9 mile adventure. IF it gets too hot we will have the option to […]

Please read these restrictions before signing up. Don't sign up unless you are two weeks past your 2nd vaccination Don't show up unless you're shown on the "Attending" list Unregistered or waitlisted will be turned away No "Plus Ones" on this hike You will be asked to show your vaccination card (a photo on your […]

This is a cooler, gentler hike along the surf during a hot, hot week! The Point Dume staircase has been restored and improved, so we'll park at Westward, climb up and over the bluff to the top of the stairs, make our way gingerly around the cliff, then down the stairs to the beach. On […]

This hike starts at 7:30 am to beat the heat from Gold Canyon Trail to Wildwood Canyon Trail. It will pass through various trails with a long creek, crossing streams and bridges, Indian caves, volcanic rock cliffs, water falls, cacti-filled desert environs, riparian forest, and wildflowers. Highlights of the hike include waterfalls incorporating 40’ Paradise […]

This is a cooler, gentler hike after a hot, hot weekend. Because of the heat, we will pace this as a gentler hike and we will take some breaks to let slower hikers catch up. This hike is 5 miles, with +/- 600' climb. We'll start at the Rancho Sierra Vista trailhead, walk over to […]

We’re keeping it short and sweet during the heat wave. This is a 4 mile out-and-back trip from Lynn Road to the Rosewood Trail to Angel Vista. We’ll park at the playfield near Stagecoach Inn and walk from Lynn Road on the lower Rosewood Trail, to the usual trailhead and then on up the trail. […]