The hike we will be doing is a loop at about 5.5 miles with 725 ft. of elevation gain. We will meet at the Willow Staging Area that is right off of the 133. We will begin at the trail head of the Laurel Canyon Trail. We will take this to Lizard Trail, then we […]
This week we’ll do a loop around the northeastern regions of the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area and the Las Virgenes Open Space. This area traverses many ecosystems, including riparian, chaparral, and the rockscape from Galaxy Quest. The area is generally dry, but very nice! http://photos1.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/c/3/0/c/event_255709932.jpeg The trailhead is where Sunnycrest turns into Doubletree, […]
This hike begins at Upper Stunt High Trail, a couple hundred feet to the right on the other side of the street from the parking lot. The trail winds upward gradually over switchbacks, giving way as the trail heads up to a dramatic rocky overlook with striking views of the Pacific, Stunt Ranch State Park, […]
3 miles. 560' gain, fit beginner (5:30, not 6p) Note the time change. This park closes at sunset, so we try to get out by then. Free parking is limited. Carpooling recommended. As of Agust. 2022, the first part of the clockwise loop was closed, but we found a new route with a perfect place […]
The total distance is around 4.6 miles with 870' of elevation gain. We will take Boat Canyon Trail up to Bommer Canyon. We will take Bommer to Water Tank trail. We will take this and then take a lower trail back to the beginning. Address: Dartmoor Trail Lookout Laguna Beach, CA 92651 https://goo.gl/maps/6N8c88XfdSeYu85M8 Dogs are […]
Please review our guidelines to participate in our hikes. Restrictions apply for your safety and ours: Please don't show up unless you're on the "Attending" list Unregistered or waitlisted will be turned away Sorry, no "Plus Ones" on this hike No dogs allowed in the state park The usual access to MASH (Reagan Ranch) is […]
On this hike we will go up the Ray Miller trail to the fire road and back, about 6 miles. It will probably still be cool enough on the beach to start at 9:00, that will change soon. We’ll enjoy beautiful ocean views as we descend. Lying along the brilliant blue Pacific Ocean at the […]
This is a walk-in trail campground. Amenities are few. There is a rest room, a 4 fire pits, a SINGLE bear vault and 4 picnic tables/benches. You cannot make reservations, so getting there early is imperative. Pack lightly. You will be walking downhill for approximately 1 mile to the camping area. There are no numbered […]
3 miles, 800' gain, Easy Intermediate. Easy option, 1.4 miles, 450' gain, Fit Beginner The address given is not the address of the hike. It is nearby and may cause you to drive past the trailhead if navigating by GPS. Route From the trailhead parking lot, up for 0.7 mile on Long Canyon Trail to […]
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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