
Afternoon Hike at Whiting Ranch (Dreaded Hill!) – Wahoo’s Parking Lot
This hike will be about 5 miles total with 850 ft. of elevation gain. We are starting at the parking lot at the Wahoo's parking lot. We will take Live […]

This hike will be about 5 miles total with 850 ft. of elevation gain. We are starting at the parking lot at the Wahoo's parking lot. We will take Live […]

3.3 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 […]

The hike I am planning is around 6.3 miles with about 700 ft. of elevation gain. It starts at the very end of the paved road, the long gray strip […]

3 peaks 2 litter of water 8 miles or so Hike starts at 8am at the trail head However some of us will meet at Smart & Final on white […]

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 Note 8:30 start time! We will respect the warmer temperatures predicted for the coming week by starting at 8:30 and only going to China Flat instead of Simi Peak […]

NOTE: It will be quite warm on Tuesday and this hike has a lot of trees. We will start at 8:30. We will begin in the parking lot at the […]

3.5 miles, 650' gain, Fit Beginner A hike to Paradise Falls is one of the most popular things to do when visiting the area, yet a lot of people that […]

Wondering how to have fun with friends and family this summer without breaking the budget? We got you. Come learn about things to see and do, like: Hidden beaches Easy […]
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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