
Mt. McCoy
Easy Intermediate, 3 miles, 700' gain Easier Option: 2.4 mi, 530' gain. (1343 Los Amigos Ave, Simi Valley, CA 93065, or 89 La Paz Ct, Simi Valley, CA 93065 to […]

Easy Intermediate, 3 miles, 700' gain Easier Option: 2.4 mi, 530' gain. (1343 Los Amigos Ave, Simi Valley, CA 93065, or 89 La Paz Ct, Simi Valley, CA 93065 to […]

https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/mesa-box-canyon-lower-santa-rosa-shooting-star-and-santa-rosa-loop Hello Fellow Hikers, This one's gonna have a little bit of everything. Mountains, creeks, cactus area, straight aways and inclines, switchbacks and mansions. This is a lesser known route […]

https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/cheeseboro-ridge-las-virgenes-canyon-loop Hello Fellow Hikers, This is a really popular area on the weekends so I thought hitting during the week to stay away from the crowds and mountain bikers. This […]

3 miles, 650' gain, Fit Beginner Easy option, 1.4 miles, 450' gain, Fit Beginner Those that prefer the Easy Option, should head UP from the trail head, waiting when they get to the bench at the top. For the rest of us: Starting from the trailhead parking lot, we head west on the Woodridge Connector […]

Winter is coming, Look around, Leaves are brown, and you can see downtown. Wander the Los Feliz Hills and take in spectacular views of Los Angeles. See some historic homes and climb 400+ stairs to condition for your upcoming winter hikes. Meet 6:30PM at the Coffee Bean at Hillhurst and Franklin (2081 Hillhurst Ave 90027). […]

INFORMATIONAL POSTING ONLY www.wildernesstravelcourse.org Dear Group Members, particularly the recent swell of new, never-been-backpacking-before-but-want-to-start members: There is a great Sierra Club opportunity that is about to begin….an opportunity that only happens one time each year and it is one of the best outdoor learning experiences the Sierra Club has to offer. This is the Angeles […]

INFORMATIONAL POSTING ONLY www.wildernesstravelcourse.org Dear Group Members, particularly the recent swell of new, never-been-backpacking-before-but-want-to-start members: There is a great Sierra Club opportunity that is about to begin….an opportunity that only happens one time each year and it is one of the best outdoor learning experiences the Sierra Club has to offer. This is the Angeles […]

The Wind Wolves Preserve is a hidden gem. The Hike is intended to showcase the beauty of this place with a comfortable 8 mile loop with an elevation gain of about 1200 ft. We start from the Crossing and will hike along the creek trail via San Emigdio Canyon than clockwise up the back of […]

https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/wendy-connector-trail-upper-sycamore-and-old-boney-trail-loop Hello Fellow Hikers, Kim will be hosting this awesome loop trail out of Newbury Park. This is a really pretty area beautiful vistas, rock formations and foliage. some creek areas and and tree foliage overhead on your single track sections. there is also a section were you can add 1/2 a mile to your […]
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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