3.3 miles, 800' gain, fit beginner A hike to Paradise Falls is one of the most popular things to do for those visiting Simi Valley, yet a lot of people that live nearby rarely make this fun hike or perhaps have never done it. There are several paths one can take to the falls. This […]
Get to know Joshua Tree like never before. This magical place is a short distance away but feels like a different world. Join us for an inspiring and informative session so you can plan your next JT visit. We'll cover: Why JT When, permits, and reservations Activities Hiking Trails Plants and Animals Dangers and Safety […]
We'll hike up the Chumash Trail in Simi Valley to join the Rocky Peak trail. If you don't want to continue, feel free to turn around at the top of Chumash for about a 5.5 mile hike. For those continuing, we'll turn left to head to the "Triangle" where several trails meet and provide panoramic […]
We will hike Sulpher Mountain trail on Thursday. This trail is hard to post because after it rains it is too muddy, then it gets too hot but right now it is PERFECT. Also, there is a new restaurant owner at the old J&M Cafe and he is really great. The restaurant is in Oak […]
5.7 Miles, 1000' gain, Intermediate The starting point is NOT at the golf course entrance. It is at a dirt lot that can hold at least 50 cars. There is some real incline on this hike and a lot less trails coated with silt compared to the easier Happy Camp hike. Even though I have […]
Here is a relatively gentle walk through a little-known section of a little-known corner of NELA, rife with solid local architecture and some of the city’s few “sidewalk staircase” streets. We will celebrate Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s World Series MVP performance. Pointing out what made this an epic performance. We’ll explain baseball’s little-known and seldom seen ‘Golden […]
The hike I am planning is around 6.3 miles with about 700 ft. of elevation gain. It starts at the very end of the paved road, the long gray strip that can be seen on the map. We will begin at the Bell Canyon Trail head. We will continue onto that and then take it […]
Saturday, January 24, 2024 (rescheduled date due to weather) -Out and Back Hike - Red Cliff to Nightmare Gulch, Red Rock Canyon, Cantil CA - a FUN DESERT ADVENTURE (Weather Permitting) Hike leader volunteers: Paul H, and Gary S. Hiking Distance: ~ 6 to 7 ish miles **Hike Ranking: (*Level 2/Beginner/Intermediate)(see chart below):*) Time: ~ […]
Join us for a 25 mile looped tour around Simi Valley. Highlights include Grandma Prisbrey's Bottle Village - From the 1950s to the 1970s, Tressa "Grandma" Prisbrey created a unique "village" comprising shrines, walkways, sculptures, and buildings, using recycled items and materials salvaged from the local landfill. She lived from 1896–1988. Chumash Park - Chumash […]
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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