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The narratives in this book are of journeys made in three wildernesses - on a coastal island, in a Western mountain range, and on the Colorado River in the Grand […]

The narratives in this book are of journeys made in three wildernesses - on a coastal island, in a Western mountain range, and on the Colorado River in the Grand […]

This loop hike is about 5 miles with about 800' of total elevation gain, spread out nicely, with a little bonus loop through Oak Creek Canyon. "Robles" is Spanish for […]

NOTE: IF YOU SIGN-UP FOR THIS HIKE, BE SURE TO TAKE YOURSELF OFF THE WAITLIST FOR THE OTHER ONE. This is an alternative hike for Thursday, same area, same time, […]

4.3 miles, 800' gain, Easy Intermediate. Easier Option: 3.2 miles, 400' gain, Fit Beginner. The address is not the address of the hike, but a nearby address that should get you to pass by the trailhead. The "cc" in the title means counter clockwise. We'll be stopping at various points to regroup. We will start […]

DESCRIPTION: This trek is all uphill to the peak (especially the adrenaline-pumping first mile), and then it's downhill on the return. Our journey begins by navigating a single-track trail through stunning chaparral, enveloped by Toyon, California Bay, yuccas, and, oaks. Along the path, we'll seize the chance to hike up to the Communications tower, injecting […]

I'm so excited to do this hike again! Come join us for this cool, historic hike! We will be doing a 7.5-8 mile loop with only about 600 ft. of elevation gain. There are a lot of trail options here. We will do some extra trais to get some mileage and then we will get […]

RSVPs WILL OPEN MARCH 1 (6 permits) Hilton Creek Trail to Hilton Lakes via the Rock Creek approach, Inyo National Forest AllTrails: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/hilton-lakes-trail?sh=fzrxlq Trail stats: Mileage: ~ 11.5 - 17 miles round trip Elevation gain: 2,000’ + Snow may still be on the trail ❄️ WARNING: MOSQUITOES WILL LIKELY BE BAD 🦟🦟🦟 but the views […]

This hike will be about 7 miles total with 1200 ft. of elevation gain. We are starting at the parking lot at the Wahoo's parking lot. We will take Live Oak Trail. This turns into Serrano Road which will take us to Serrano Cow Trail. At this part of the trail, we usually see a […]

Happy Father's Day 🥂♥️ Fit Beginner - 4 miles, 600' gain The gain is well distributed, with half being on the return. We start at the Las Flores trailhead where Las Flores dead-ends at Wildwood Park, and head west. After 1/3 mile, the trail becomes Wildwood Canyon Trail. We continue for another 2/3 mile and […]
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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August 13, 2026
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