4.6 miles, 900' gain, easy-intermediate This route takes us through a beautiful canyon via a counter-clockwise lollipop. Most of the hike has a clear view of the sky, with a few parts that have tree cover. We'll be stopping at the half-way point for a snack and beverage share. We'll start at the Palo Comado […]
Saturday, July 8, 2023 - Santa Paula Cyn, along the creek to the Waterfall and the Punch bowls Smartphones - Please read the full hike description before RSVP! DISTANCE: ~8 tp 10 miles roundtrip - out and back style hike GAIN: ~ 1000' HIKING TIME: ~ 5 hours RATING: Moderate + (Not a beginner's hike, […]
Saturday, July 8, 2023: LOCAL - Pacoima Wash Canyon to Dutch Louie's Tunnel and Dagger Flat ***** RAIN OR SNOW FALLING AT TRAILHEAD CANCELS THIS HIKE ****** DISTANCE: 6 miles (out and back, REVERSE style - that means uphill on the way back!) GAIN: ~ 850' elevation gain, all on the way back RATING: Moderate […]
We are going to be doing a different hike at the park, (not at the main park entrance). We are going to be starting at the Canyon View Staging Area. This hike is roughly 7 miles with relatively low elevation gain. The expectation is to definitely make it to Cave Rock and Dripping Cave. Hopefully […]
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/serrano-canyon Hello Fellow Hikers, The temps at this location are going to be perfect for hiking. Showing a high between 60's to lower 70's. This trail will have a little of everything. From shaded areas to open fields to water crossings. The hike has both level sections and incline, with the incline being gradual but […]
2.7 miles, 650' gain, Easy-Intermediate. A hike, then a potluck party on the beach with a fire. Come for the hike, the beach party, or both! Note: GPS has taken people to the incorrect location. Please read the written directions to verify. Please post in the comments if you will bring a fire wood bundle […]
The Titans of Soft Rock Many of us from this group will attend this event. Concerts start at 6:30 pm. Concert is free. Parking on-site is free. Please bring snacks and drink to enjoy and share. Alcohol is permitted. Food is also available for purchase. Bring a low-back chair and perhaps a blanket. Link to […]
Details We'll start our loop at Dos Vientos Community Park exploring some of the neighborhood trails in the Dos Vientos area of the southwestern Conejo Valley. It provides a great overview of the nearby Dos Vientos residential area, as well as distant vistas including Camarillo, Thousand Oaks, surrounding mountains and open space, a secluded pond, […]
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. We have had occasions where there were no utensils, so it […]
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