Details I cannot make this hike public for a couple of reasons. First, we’ll be taking a secret passage into the forbidden zone of San Nicholas Canyon and explore some old trails. This will involve crossing private property, but we will respect gates and fencing. Sign? What sign? Second reason for the secrecy because we […]
Approximately 5.0 mile loop. PLEASE FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS IN THE WRITEUP BELOW TO GET TO THE TRAILHEAD. This Loop is about 5 miles long. This hike is rated moderate for its elevation gain and distance. The group hikes between 2.5 and 3.5 mph. If you cannot hike at a minimum of 2.5 mph, please do […]
Description: This is a 2-night backpacking trip. On August 21, 2021, we meet at the Wolverton trailhead at 7:00 a.m. Then, we start our hike to Alta Peak at 7:30 a.m.3 miles from Panther Gap where camping is permitted, we set up our tents and then hike to Alta Peak. Then, we go back to […]
Join me at Caballero Canyon to Eagle Rock in Topanga State Park! This is a great mid-range hike for folks who want some good exercise and at the same time enjoy the local beauty offered in the Santa Monica Mountains. Join us for a moderate to strenuous 9 to 10 mile roundtrip (semi- loop) hike […]
This week's hike will be in the Los Robles area of the Santa Monica Mountains. We'll begin at the Triunfo Canyon trail head and hike up one of the nicest trails in the Los Robles trail system, including White Horse Canyon and Conejo Crest Hike is about 9.5 miles and rated DIFFICULT. See hike rating […]
Let's enjoy the beautiful full moon and great potluck with wonderful friends! 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 potluck picnic. Please also bring something to eat and drink, and a […]
Full moon potluck. Bring drinks and snack to share. Sitting on dirt not required. Comfy picnic benches at the top. Plenty of free parking 👉NO WHITE LIGHTS ALLOWED ON HIKE. Green and/or red lights are ok (but lights may not be needed since the area will be well lit by the moon). If you require […]
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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