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Oak Creek Canyon to Los Padres Loop ~ Gentler Intermediate

498 Greenmeadow Ave 498 Greenmeadow Ave, Thousand Oaks, CA, US

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 […]

8:30 am – Top of the Santa Monicas – Mishe Mokwa Loop

Sandstone Peak Trailhead Parking Yerba Buena Rd, Malibu, CA

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 […]

Las Padres Trailhead~Sherwood Forest ~ Gentler Friendly

Los Padres Trailhead 55 Los Padres Drive, Thousand Oaks, ca, US

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 […]

Moorpark Trailhead~Sherwood Forest ~Gentler Friendly~

Los Robles Trail 351 S Moorpark Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA, US

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 […]

Ray Miller Trail in La Jolla Canyon ~ Gentler Intermediate

Ray Miller Trailhead Malibu, CA, US

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 […]

Oak Creek Canyon to Ventu Park Rd. (Fast Paced)

Oak Creek Canyon Trailhead 472 Greenmeadow Ave., Thousand Oaks, CA, US

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 […]

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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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