
Full Moon Hike to the Wishing Tree in the Verdugos with Bonus Full Lunar Eclipse
We haven't done a full moon hike in a while and this is a good trail to do if you are a regular hiker but haven't tried a night hike […]

We haven't done a full moon hike in a while and this is a good trail to do if you are a regular hiker but haven't tried a night hike […]

**NO WHITE LIGHTS** - ***Bring a green or red headlamp/light if you have one. If you don't you can piggy back off mine and the others.' If you have problems hiking in the dark without a white light, do not attend.*** Our hike begins at Serrania Ridge, a pocket of parkland on the suburban edge […]

*This is informational only. Do not RSVP* ***YOSEMITE LODGE AVAILABLE*** Mike will not be able to use his reservation of a 2 double bed Traditional Room at at (https://www.travelyosemite.com/lodging/yosemite-valley-lodge/)for 3 nights on May 16, 17 and 18 (Monday through Thursday). As you know Yosemite is booked up thru summer. **Mike is asking only for what […]

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) For this Ebike ride we will be riding on the Chilao back roads in a forested area. […]

**3.2 miles, 900' gain, easy intermediate.** The first part is a steady incline, followed by a rolling trail to our destination. Fit beginners can complete this hike, but it will certainly get their blood pumping. There are no super steep sections. This hike takes us to a secret spot below a large rock formation. There […]

**STATS** Difficulty: 4/10, Steep up & down, with some slippery spots Length: 3 miles, 2 hours plus breaks Elevation Gain & Loss: 1225’; Peak: 2700’ View: Amazing 360 View of […]

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) This trek will allow us to venture out on a small section of the two longest trail […]

**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. **(https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/d/c/3/c/highres_501236380.jpeg)** From the trailhead parking lot, up for 0.7 mile on Long Canyon Trail to […]

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) "Wandering around the heart of the beautiful coastal city of Santa Barbara, one might stroll past the […]
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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