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Wind Caves – The Domelands (Anza Borrego Desert)

Chevron Gas Station 1071 N Imperial Hwy Ocotillo, CA 92259, Ocotillo, CA, US

Intermediate Backpacking Trip (only because it's a Dry Camp) Milage: 7 - 14 miles (depending on route) Some Cross country hiking. Ascent: +700-1000 ft High clearance vehicles recommended....but we have seen regular car make it. Dry camp (no water) Maps/GPX files/Google map From last year trip. Instagram Video) There are several places in Anza-Borrego State […]

Bike Tour: Westlake Village – North Ranch Loop

27201 Pico Canyon Rd 27201 Pico Canyon Rd, Stevenson Ranch, CA, US

I've scheduled a biking tour for this Saturday. You can check it out and RSVP here at my biking group

Westlake Village – North Ranch Loop

Lees Ferry Launch Spencer Trail, Marble Canyon, AZ, US

No dirt trails on this one. This will be the perfect weekend morning spin. We start in Westlake Village by the reservoir and head toward Agoura. We turn north at Cheeseboro Rd, hook up with tree-lined Kanan Rd, and head toward Oak Park. Along the way we'll travel through Oak Canyon Community Park. Continuing north […]

Chandler Motorway

2621 Castillo Cir 2621 Castillo Cir, Thousand Oaks, CA, US

Bedford Peak 3800

Maple Springs Truck Trail Maple Springs Truck Trail, Silverado, CA, US

Join our 7.3-mile conditioning hike to Bedford Peak on Sunday, January 7, 2023, at 7 am via the Maple Springs Trail. The trail ascends 2066 feet, taking approximately 4.5 hours, offering stunning views of the Pacific Ocean, Catalina Island, and San Gorgonio Mountains at the summit. Bring the 10 essentials, 2 liters of water, snacks, […]

It Never Rains in Southern California #5 – 8.6 mi, 4.5 hours

South La Brea Avenue & Don Lorenzo Drive Los Angeles, CA, US

Shed those holiday calories by joining us for a refreshing hike in the sunshine. The loop trail begins at Kenneth Hahn East, winds its way to Kenneth Hahn West, and includes a climb up 282 steps before returning to the starting point. Along the journey, enjoy a panoramic 360-degree view of downtown LA, Hollywood, and […]

Hike at Laguna Coast Wilderness Park – Nix Nature Center

Nix Nature Center Parking Lot 18751 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach, CA, US

The hike we will be doing will be around 5 miles long with 875 ft. of elevation gain. This will be a loop starting at the parking lot of Nix Nature Center. As you will see on the map, this is at the main park entrance off of the 133 (Little Sycamore Canyon Staging Area). […]

Hiking with Mark E: Caballero Canyon to San Vicente Mtn. Park

Lees Ferry Launch Spencer Trail, Marble Canyon, AZ, US

We’ll start up the single track in pretty Caballero Canyon to Dirt Mulholland, and then head East on the fire road for only less than a 1/4 mile and take another single track trail through beautiful canyons to a scenic overlook with views of the San Fernando Valley and the ocean. Here we will take […]

Hawk Canyon lollipop – Pot Luck hike

Conejo Canyons Trail Head 2010 Conejo Center Dr, Thousand Oaks, CA, US

4.2 miles, 700' gain, easy-intermediate. Easier option: 2.7 miles, 500' gain, fit beginner. This is a pot-luck hike. We'll be stopping at the 3/4 point by a picnic table, so please bring food and drink to share, and any utensils your items might require. You may wish to bring your own cup, plate, and utensils […]

 

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