https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/stunt-high-trail Hello Fellow Hikers,This trail looks so pretty a lot of shaded areas with oak trees that line the side of the trail. And open meadow sections. Also sections with gradual climbs. The trail will end at Mulholland drive will we will make our way back. Now there are two trails in this area we […]
Details Join us and the small animals and birds of La Jolla Canyon on this loop hike with panoramic views of coastline and The Channel Islands. Flower blooms in the spring are phenomenal. One of the the main attractions are large swaths of native California grassland — some of the last remaining unspoiled areas in […]
Fit Beginner, 4.3 miles, 480' gain. If it's too hot, we'll change the return and make this an out-and-back instead of a loop, which lowers the gain to 230'. This is a pot luck picnic. Please also bring something to eat and drink, and a little extra to share. If your item requires it, bring […]
BEFORE YOU WILL BE MOVED TO THE GOING LIST, YOU WILL NEED TO UPDATE YOUR CDH PROFILE (The three questions must be answered with a "yes") IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY DONE SO.NEED HELP:go to: https://wp.me/P9MbG4-hC THE ULTIMATE EBIKE RIDE up beautiful Refugio Rd. and SANTA BARBARA STATE BEACHS This time we will be heading […]
Fit Beginner, 4.1 miles, 720' gain. Is it Talepop or Talopop? Maps and signs that I have seen, use the 2nd spelling, but a lot of references use the other. There are several portions with extended inclines that will make a beginner hiker stop for a breather. There is nothing wrong with stopping, even if […]
BEFORE YOU WILL BE MOVED TO THE GOING LIST, YOU WILL NEED TO UPDATE YOUR CDH PROFILE (The three questions must be answered with a "yes") IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY DONE SO.NEED HELP:go to: https://wp.me/P9MbG4-hC Now that most of the construction around the trailhead to Devil's Canyon is complete, Elyse and I will be […]
Solstice Canyon is the quintessential coastal canyon. The year-round stream provides ample water to support this 550-acre park's numerous plant communities and a diverse wildlife population. There is a 30 ft water fall and some ruins that are fun to explore. We will hike the Rising Sun, TRW and Solstice Canyon trails. We'll take a […]
THIS A CONDITIONING HIKE! Our group hikes at a minimum of 2.5 miles per hour. You must be able to keep up with the group. Please sign up for this conditioning hike only if you can do this. Use the directions to the trailhead as described below. You must be able to hike 2.5 miles […]
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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. 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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