BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Hiking with Dean - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Hiking with Dean REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20180311T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20181104T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20190310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20191103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20200308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20201101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190609T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190609T090000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122704 CREATED:20190520T022157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190520T022157Z UID:10000033-1560070800-1560070800@www.hikingwithdean.com SUMMARY:Eagle Rock the Hard (and Most Scenic) Way - Topanga State Park DESCRIPTION:Eagle Rock\, the most impressive landmark in all of Topanga State Park\, will afford us an airy perch overlooking the upper watershed of Santa Ynez Canyon and the ocean beyond. We will snack and explore on this impressive sandstone rock covered with crevices and caves. Our trip to the rock will traverse a seldom used trail across a large meadow\, through tall chaparral and a shady oak forest and up along Cheney Ridge.  We’ll be going a different route than most of you veterans have used so be prepared for some pleasant surprises. We’ll start in Trippet Ranch parking lot and end on Entrada Rd for a loop. \nHere is a slide show with photos from previous hikes just like this one \n[av_video src=’https://youtu.be/3Mgc9b8aImc’ mobile_image=” attachment=” attachment_size=” format=’16-9′ width=’16’ height=’9′ conditional_play=” av_uid=’av-kkjvft’ custom_class=”] \n  \n  \nBring camera\, plenty of water and snacks \nHike is about 5.5 miles with 1200 ft elevation gain \nBring a sack lunch and we’ll take an extended break on Eagle Rock — we’ll make a picnic out of it! \nAnd if you are still hungry\, post-hike brunch/lunch is at the Canyon Bistro \nDirections\nFrom Topanga Canyon Boulevard\, turn east on Entrada Road; that’s to the left if you are coming from the San Fernando Valley. Follow Entrada Road by turning left at every opportunity until you arrive at Topanga State Park. \nPark on street before the last left turn (and walk a couple blocks) or pay the iron ranger in the park ($15?). If you park on street be sure that your left wheels are inside the white line. Note parking restrictions. We’ll meet by at the benches by bathrooms. \nThe official hike will end on the street outside of pay area. \nThe 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. URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/eagle-rock-the-hard-way/ LOCATION:Trippet Ranch\, 20825 Entrada Road\, Topanga\, CA\, 90290\, US CATEGORIES:Hiking With Dean ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hwdmedia.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/28200717/43049_image_highres_481471704.jpeg GEO:34.0931414;-118.5881353 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Trippet Ranch 20825 Entrada Road Topanga CA 90290 US;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=20825 Entrada Road:geo:-118.5881353,34.0931414 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190615T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190615T110000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122704 CREATED:20190614T021632Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190614T021632Z UID:10000039-1560589200-1560596400@www.hikingwithdean.com SUMMARY:Caballero Canyon - Gizmo Peak Loop - Sol Y Luna for Lunch DESCRIPTION:Join us for a short but heart-pounding hike through the old stomping grounds of Edgar Rice Burroughs in Caballero Canyon. We’ll take the Dinosaur Egg Trail to Mulholland\, head up for a snack on Gizmo Peak\, and return to car via the Caballero Canyon Trail \nHike is about 4 miles with over 1\,000′ total ascent. \nPost hike lunch is down the street at \nSol Y Luna\n19601 Ventura Blvd\nTarzana California 91336\n818-343-8488 \nMeet at the Caballero Canyon trailhead on Reseda Bl. From the 101 Freeway\, exit at Reseda Blvd and turn south. Drive for about two miles. There is parking on both sides of the street; the trailhead is on the left across the street from Braemar Country club \nThe 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. URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/caballero-canyon-gizmo-peak-loop-sol-y-luna-for-lunch/ LOCATION:Caballero Canyon\, 4002 Reseda Bl\, Tarzana\, CA\, 91357\, US CATEGORIES:Hiking With Dean ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hwdmedia.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/28200327/Caballerojpg.jpg GEO:34.1423185;-118.5413554 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Caballero Canyon 4002 Reseda Bl Tarzana CA 91357 US;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=4002 Reseda Bl:geo:-118.5413554,34.1423185 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190704T184500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190704T214500 DTSTAMP:20260403T122704 CREATED:20190622T183523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190622T183523Z UID:10000040-1562265900-1562276700@www.hikingwithdean.com SUMMARY:4th of July Potluck Party & Hike - San Vicente Mountain Park - Nike Missile Base Loop DESCRIPTION:[av_textblock size=” font_color=” color=” av-desktop-hide=” av-medium-hide=” av-small-hide=” av-mini-hide=” av-medium-font-size=” av-small-font-size=” av-mini-font-size=” av_uid=’av-1zk7m9j’]\nSan Vicente Mountain Park (aka Nike Missile Base) offers stunning 360-degree views\, access to a large network of hiking trails\, and makes the perfect location for watching 4th of July fireworks over the San Fernando Valley and across the Los Angeles Basin to the ocean.  The park also provides a glimpse into United States military history.  Numerous self-guided interpretive displays explain how from 1956-1968\, San Vicente Mountain was one of sixteen Los Angeles area Nike-Ajax supersonic anti-aircraft missile launch sites \nThe original radar tower will provide us with spectacular views of the Santa Monica Mountains\, the Encino Reservoir\, San Fernando Valley\, and the Los Angeles Basin. It is one of the region’s premiere locations to watch a Western sunset. \nHere are some pics from previous excursions – click to enlarge\n[/av_textblock] \n[av_gallery ids=’46798\,46799\,46800\,46801\,46802\,46769\,46771\,46772\,46773\,46774\,46775\,46776\,46777\,46778\,46779\,46780\,46781\,46782\,46783\,46784\,46785\,46787\,46788\,46789\,46790\,46791\,46792\,46793\,46794\,46795\,46796\,46797\,46803\,46804\,46805\,46806\,46807′ style=’thumbnails’ preview_size=’portfolio’ crop_big_preview_thumbnail=’avia-gallery-big-crop-thumb’ thumb_size=’square’ columns=’10’ imagelink=’lightbox’ lazyload=’animations_off’ av_uid=’av-uv1zo7′ custom_class=” admin_preview_bg=”] \n  \n[av_textblock size=” font_color=” color=” av-desktop-hide=” av-medium-hide=” av-small-hide=” av-mini-hide=” av-medium-font-size=” av-small-font-size=” av-mini-font-size=” av_uid=’av-1gc37iv’]\nThis is an easy-to-moderate 5-mile loop with 600 feet of net elevation gain (about 750 total) makes for an excellent hike along and around Mandeville Canyon and its ridges. \nPlease no white flashlights\, headlamps\, etc. If you want to bring some light (not required/optional) use a green or red light. Here are some cheap and fun solutions. Buy one today — green is the best\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMOUNTAINTOP 22L Unisex Hiking/Camping BackpackNot available\n View on Amazon\n\n\n\n\nTETON Sports Explorer 4000 Internal Frame Backpack...Not available\n View on Amazon\n\n\nSee http://www.lamountains.com/parks.asp?parkid=54 for park info \nBring food/snacks and drink to share — we’ll hike them to the top.\nThere are facilities at San Vicente Mountain Park including bathrooms\, picnic tables\, water and trash cans. \nMap of Hike\nHere is a map of our hike. Click\, print and bring it with you \n[av_codeblock wrapper_element=” wrapper_element_attributes=” codeblock_type=” av_uid=’av-jxnqv616′ custom_class=”]\n\n[/av_codeblock] \n  \nDirections to Trailhead\nFrom Sunset Boulevard\, 2.3 miles west of the 405 freeway\, head north on Mandeville Canyon Road. Drive 4.8 miles\, and turn left onto Garden Land Road. The trailhead is at end of road. \nParking Tip: There probably won’t be any parking available on Garden Land because its a very short residential street\, so park on west side of Mandeville as close to the corner as possible \nThere are neighborhood homes around the trailhead\, please keep noise to a minimum…..until hike starts 😉 \nTrivia: Did you know Mandeville Canyon Rd is reputed to be the longest paved dead-end road in Los Angeles \nNo Dogs\nThe 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.\n[/av_textblock] URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/4th-of-july-potluck-party-nike-missile-base-loop/ LOCATION:Power Pole Trail\, 13138 Garden Land Rd\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90049\, US CATEGORIES:Hiking With Dean ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hwdmedia.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/28200339/nike-vicente-35-scaled.jpg GEO:34.1212237;-118.5066977 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Power Pole Trail 13138 Garden Land Rd Los Angeles CA 90049 US;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=13138 Garden Land Rd:geo:-118.5066977,34.1212237 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190706T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190706T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122704 CREATED:20190701T211126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190701T211126Z UID:10000041-1562403600-1562421600@www.hikingwithdean.com SUMMARY:Leo Carrillo State Park to Nicholas Flat - Lunch at Spruzzo DESCRIPTION:Don’t forget to join our Facebook Group. Join here \nThe Nicholas Flat Trail in Leo Carrillo State Park is unique in the way it connects the mountains with the sea. Chaparral\, grassland\, coastal scrub and oak woodland all converge near the flat with spectacular ocean views along the way. An old cattle pond backed by picturesque sandstone outcroppings provides a home for red-wing blackbirds and a welcoming resting place for us. Click here to Scroll down to the bottom of the page for a short bio of Leo Carrillo Trails used: Willow Creek Trail\, Nicholas Flat trail\, Meadows Trail\, Camp 13 Trail\, Nicholas Ridge Trail\, Malibu Springs Trail\, Nicholas Ranch Road \n \nHike is 9 miles with 1800 ft net elevation gain — 1600 in the first three miles. No beginners. We’ll take a snack break on the rocks above the pond\, overlooking San Nicholas Canyon toward the Pacific Ocean \n[av_one_half first av_uid=’av-10lcnbe’][/av_one_half] \n[av_one_half av_uid=’av-k4u22y’][/av_one_half] \nClick on year for some photos from past hikes just like this one; \n2009\, 2010\, 2016 \nSimilar Hikes \nNicholas Flat  \nPost-hike Lunch\nSpruzzo\n29575 Pacific Coast Hwy\nMalibu\, CA 90265 \nDirections:\nLeo Carrillo State Park is on PCH a little east of Mulholland Hwy \nFrom 101 in Valley: Head west and exit Kanan Rd. Head toward beaches and turn right on on PCH. Drive 8 miles to Leo Carrillo State Park and turn right into park entrance \nFrom Hwy 10/West Side: Head up-coast on Pacific Coast Highway about 25 miles to Leo Carrillo State Beach. Turn right into park entrance \nFrom Ventura-Oxnard-Camarillo: Head south on Hwy 1. Park is on left about 10.5 miles past Las Posas \nParking is 12 bucks\, cash or credit. There is some free street parking across the street and about 1/4 mile north of park. \nWe’ll meet near parking lot entrance/exit \n  \nLeo Carrillo\nLeo Carrillo State Park was named after Leo Carrillo (1880-1961)\, actor\, preservationist and conservationist. Leo Carrillo served on the California Beach and Parks commission for eighteen years\, and was instrumental in the state’s acquisition of the Hearst property at San Simeon and other large tracts of coastal parkland. \nHe was related by blood and marriage to a long line of distinguished original Californians.  Leo’s father\, Don Juan Carrillo\, was the first mayor of Santa Monica in 1890. His great-grandfather was one of the last Mexican governors of California; his great-uncle José Antonio Carrillo was the Mexican land grant grantee of Rancho Las Posas in 1834\, in present day Ventura County\, and the Island of Santa Rosa of the Channel Islands. \nLeo’s greatest fame came from his portrayal of Pancho\, the sidekick to Duncan Renaldo’s Cisco Kid\, an early 1950’s TV series. Click here for a list of Leo Carrillo movies. He toured the world as the state’s official Ambassador of Good Will. Governor Edmund G. Brown called Leo “Mr. California.” \nHis book on the history of California is a classic \n\n\n \n \n \n \n The California I Love - Hardcover ( pages)\n By Carrillo\, Leo (Author)\n \n \n Price: -- As of: 2025/08/28 3:00 pm - Details×Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on https://www.amazon.com/ at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.\n \n 0 new6 used from $62.50 \n View on Amazon\n \n \n \n  \n  URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/leo-carrillo-to-nicholas-flat/ LOCATION:Leo Carrillo State Park\, 35000 W. Pacific Coast Highway\, Malibu\, CA\, 90265\, US CATEGORIES:Hiking With Dean ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hwdmedia.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/28200422/nicholas.jpg GEO:34.0461586;-118.9321068 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Leo Carrillo State Park 35000 W. Pacific Coast Highway Malibu CA 90265 US;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=35000 W. Pacific Coast Highway:geo:-118.9321068,34.0461586 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190713T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190713T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122704 CREATED:20190708T221019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190708T221019Z UID:10000042-1563004800-1563019200@www.hikingwithdean.com SUMMARY:From the Sea to the Real Mesa Peak DESCRIPTION:View the hike report\n \n \nMany hiking groups promise to take you to Mesa Peak but they never do. That’s because they have confused their peaks and take you to the wrong one. So come along with us to the real Mesa Peak! \nOur hike will begin at the beach in Corral Canyon\, the last undeveloped coastal canyon in Los Angeles County that flows freely to the ocean. We will then leave Corral Canyon for my “secret trail” through pristine wilderness to the Puerco Canyon watershed divide that provides spectacular ocean and mountain views. \n \n \nWe’ll take a snack break on Mesa Peak (elev 1\,844 ft) \n \nHike is about 8 miles with over 1800 ft elevation gain in the first 4 miles. Its out and back with two interweaving loops. \nPost hike lunch will be at Malibu Seafood (http://www.malibuseafood.com/) – right at the trailhead. \n🍹🍷🍺They allow you to bring your own beverage\, alcohol included \n \n*************************************************************** \nThere is street parking on PCH. Pay parking available at trail head next to restaurant – $5.00. Credit card ok \n*************************************************************** \none of these might come in handy\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBen's 30% DEET Mosquito\, Tick and Insect Repe...Not available\n View on Amazon\n\n\n8% savings\n\nBic Multipurpose Lighters\, 4 Pack$14.58 $13.46\n View on Amazon\n\n\n23% savings\n\nEverBrite Headlamp - 300 Lumens Headlight with Red...$17.99 $13.91\n View on Amazon\n\n\n\n\nHagon PRO Disposable Rain Ponchos for Adults (5 Pa...Not available\n View on Amazon\n\n\n15% savings\n\nLifeStraw Personal Water Filter for Hiking\, Campin...$39.95 $33.49\n View on Amazon\n\n\n42% savings\n\nSwiss Safe Emergency Mylar Thermal Blankets + Bonu...$11.99 $6.99\n View on Amazon\n\n\n\n\nTec Labs Tecnu Original Poison Oak & Ivy Outdo...Not available\n View on Amazon URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/from-the-sea-to-the-real-mesa-peak/ LOCATION:Malibu Seafood Fresh Fish Market and Patio Café\, 25653 Pacific Coast Hwy\, Malibu\, CA\, 90265 CATEGORIES:Hiking With Dean ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hwdmedia.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/28200327/Backbone_Trail_to_Mesa_Peak_IMG_0597.jpg GEO:34.0338081;-118.735083 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Malibu Seafood Fresh Fish Market and Patio Café 25653 Pacific Coast Hwy Malibu CA 90265;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=25653 Pacific Coast Hwy:geo:-118.735083,34.0338081 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190716T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190716T220000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122705 CREATED:20190712T200800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190712T200800Z UID:10000043-1563303600-1563314400@www.hikingwithdean.com SUMMARY:Buck Moon Hike on Mt. Basura - Las Virgenes Highlands DESCRIPTION:Tired of the same old full moon hike? Then this one is for you. It will be the first time we have gone to Mt Basura in the evening. Between Upper Las Virgenes and Cheseboro Canyons is the site of “Mt Basura” —  my name for the Calabasas Landfill. Our destination is a small peak overlooking the landfill with views of Calabasas and Agoura beyond. \n[av_gallery ids=’51529\,51530\,51532\,51533\,51534\,51537\,51531′ style=’thumbnails’ preview_size=’portfolio’ crop_big_preview_thumbnail=’avia-gallery-big-crop-thumb’ thumb_size=’portfolio’ columns=’3′ imagelink=’lightbox’ lazyload=’animations_off’ av_uid=’av-qi8iqw’ custom_class=” admin_preview_bg=”] \nBring drink and light snacks to share. I’ll bring some cold white wine.\nOur usual hikes to Mt Basura are about 8-9 miles. I have created a shorter option of about 5.5 miles with about 600′ net elevation gain. The trails are clear and wide — perfect for a moonlit hike. \nNo white lights allowed on hike. Green and/or red lights are ok. If you don’t have one\, that’s ok too — the full moon will provide enough light.  Get one of these and stuff it into your backpack for future night hikes.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMOUNTAINTOP 22L Unisex Hiking/Camping BackpackNot available\n View on Amazon\n\n\n\n\nTETON Sports Explorer 4000 Internal Frame Backpack...Not available\n View on Amazon\n\n\nThe Full Moon in July is the Buck Moon\, named after the new antlers that emerge from a buck’s forehead around this time of the year. It is also called Thunder Moon\, Hay Moon\, and Wort Moon. \nSunset 8:04 pm\nMoon rise 8:13 pm \nPark near the north end of Las Virgenes Rd. Arrive early to secure your spot. Hike starts promptly at 7pm URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/buck-moon-hike-on-mt-basura-upper-las-virgenes/ LOCATION:Upper Las Virgenes Cyn Open Space Preserve LV Trailhead\, 6000 Las Virgenes Rd\, Calabasas\, CA\, 91302 CATEGORIES:Hiking With Dean ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hwdmedia.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/28200301/51208_image_highres_483048405.jpeg GEO:34.1677776;-118.7027792 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Upper Las Virgenes Cyn Open Space Preserve LV Trailhead 6000 Las Virgenes Rd Calabasas CA 91302;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=6000 Las Virgenes Rd:geo:-118.7027792,34.1677776 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190721T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190721T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122705 CREATED:20190719T161405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190719T161405Z UID:10000045-1563699600-1563721200@www.hikingwithdean.com SUMMARY:🐐 Chivo Canyon - Las Llajas Canyon Loop DESCRIPTION:[av_notification title=’Trail Update’ icon_select=’no’ icon=’ue83f’ font=’entypo-fontello’ color=’orange’ border=’solid’ custom_bg=’#444444′ custom_font=’#ffffff’ size=’large’ close_btn=” cookie_lifetime=’60’ av_uid=’av-sqyudk’ custom_class=” admin_preview_bg=”]\nI have been informed that there is a new (passable) fence and no trespassing sign in Chivo Canyon. The sign points in the same direction we are hiking so we will be exiting the area at this point. The sign is a little over half-way into the hike. I don’t know if there will be any other signs along the way that will prevent us from entering the other end of that area. I do have a Plan B if a sign prevents us from moving forward\, but it may create a longer hike. Expect the Unexpected!\n[/av_notification] \nHere is a map of planned route with explanations\n \n[av_one_full first min_height=” vertical_alignment=” space=” custom_margin=” margin=’0px’ row_boxshadow=” row_boxshadow_color=” row_boxshadow_width=’10’ link=” linktarget=” link_hover=” title_attr=” alt_attr=” padding=’0px’ highlight=” highlight_size=” border=” border_color=” radius=’0px’ column_boxshadow=” column_boxshadow_color=” column_boxshadow_width=’10’ background=’bg_color’ background_color=” background_gradient_color1=” background_gradient_color2=” background_gradient_direction=’vertical’ src=” background_position=’top left’ background_repeat=’no-repeat’ animation=” mobile_breaking=” mobile_display=” av_uid=’av-1hmes7c’] \n[av_textblock size=” font_color=” color=” av-medium-font-size=” av-small-font-size=” av-mini-font-size=” av_uid=’av-jx6ubjpg’ custom_class=” admin_preview_bg=”]\nJoin our Facebook group – https://www.facebook.com/groups/hikingwithdean/ \nLearn why this is one of the best Simi hikes! We will be hiking a counter-clockwise loop on eroded ranch roads and little-used goat and cow trails through oak woodlands and along a creek. On the way we will come across grazing cattle\, marine fossils and the old Coquina Mine. At the abandoned limestone mining operation\, atop a peak\, you can sit in the operator’s seat of a large steam shovel. On a clear day you can see the ocean from atop the ridgeline.\n[/av_textblock] \n[/av_one_full][av_one_half first min_height=” vertical_alignment=” space=” custom_margin=” margin=’0px’ row_boxshadow=” row_boxshadow_color=” row_boxshadow_width=’10’ link=” linktarget=” link_hover=” title_attr=” alt_attr=” padding=’0px’ highlight=” highlight_size=” border=” border_color=” radius=’0px’ column_boxshadow=” column_boxshadow_color=” column_boxshadow_width=’10’ background=’bg_color’ background_color=” background_gradient_color1=” background_gradient_color2=” background_gradient_direction=’vertical’ src=” background_position=’top left’ background_repeat=’no-repeat’ animation=” mobile_breaking=” mobile_display=” av_uid=’av-1cclsjs’]\n[av_textblock size=” font_color=” color=” av-medium-font-size=” av-small-font-size=” av-mini-font-size=” av_uid=’av-jx6udjnb’ custom_class=” admin_preview_bg=”]\nWhile you are there\, don’t forget to get a picture of yourself on the steam shovel This is a P&H Model 206 steam shovel from 1920s. There is lots more mining equipment strewn about. My research indicates that the equipment was abandoned at the Coquina mine after a fire. \n\n[/av_textblock]\n[/av_one_half] \n[av_one_half min_height=” vertical_alignment=” space=” custom_margin=” margin=’0px’ row_boxshadow=” row_boxshadow_color=” row_boxshadow_width=’10’ link=” linktarget=” link_hover=” title_attr=” alt_attr=” padding=’0px’ highlight=” highlight_size=” border=” border_color=” radius=’0px’ column_boxshadow=” column_boxshadow_color=” column_boxshadow_width=’10’ background=’bg_color’ background_color=” background_gradient_color1=” background_gradient_color2=” background_gradient_direction=’vertical’ src=” background_position=’top left’ background_repeat=’no-repeat’ animation=” mobile_breaking=” mobile_display=” av_uid=’av-kzwz54′]\n[av_textblock size=” font_color=” color=” av-medium-font-size=” av-small-font-size=” av-mini-font-size=” av_uid=’av-jx6uf99j’ custom_class=” admin_preview_bg=”]\nFiddleneck and Lupine abound! \n\n[/av_textblock]\n[/av_one_half] \n  \n[av_textblock size=” font_color=” color=” av-medium-font-size=” av-small-font-size=” av-mini-font-size=” av_uid=’av-jx6ubc55′ custom_class=” admin_preview_bg=”] \nFollow that cow!\n \n\nWe’ll be doing a little creeking too\n\n\n \nWatch for fossils along the way\n \nHere we are heading down one of the cow trails\n \nHike is about 9.2 miles with 1000 ft net elevation gain/2000 ft total ascent. Wear long pants \n  \nPost-hike lunch\nThe Junkyard Cafe\n2585 Cochran St\nPark in rear \n \nClick on year for More Photos:\n2010 \n2011 \n 2012 \n2014 \n2016 \nDirections to trailhead:\nTake the 118 and exit Yosemite Ave. Head north on Yosemite for 1.3 mile to where the road splits and hang a right on Evening Sky Dr. Go 0.5 mile to the Las Llajas trailhead on the left \n\n[/av_textblock] URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/chivo-canyon-las-llajas-canyon-loop/ LOCATION:Las Llajas Canyon Trailhead\, 5719 Evening Sky Dr\, Simi Valley\, CA\, 93063\, US CATEGORIES:Hiking With Dean ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hwdmedia.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/28200321/chivo.jpeg GEO:34.297018;-118.6802613 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Las Llajas Canyon Trailhead 5719 Evening Sky Dr Simi Valley CA 93063 US;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=5719 Evening Sky Dr:geo:-118.6802613,34.297018 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190724T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190724T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122705 CREATED:20190722T021708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200725T174209Z UID:10000046-1563994800-1564002000@www.hikingwithdean.com SUMMARY:Evening Hike: Natoma Loop and a Little More DESCRIPTION:Natoma Loop Trail is a 1.7 mile lightly trafficked loop trail located in Woodland Hills. But anything less than a couple miles is not worth getting up for so we’ll extend the loop a bit for a distance of 3.5-4 miles with easy to moderate elevation gain. \nNo white lights allowed on hike. Green and/or red lights are ok. If you don’t have one\, that’s ok too — the full moon will provide enough light.  Get one of these and stuff it into your backpack for future night hikes.\n\n\n\n\n23% savings\n\nEverBrite Headlamp - 300 Lumens Headlight with Red...$17.99 $13.91\n View on Amazon\n\n\n13% savings\n\nEverBrite Rechargeable Headlamp - 350 Lumens Headl...$15.98 $13.90\n View on Amazon\n\n\n  \nIt will be a very warm evening but at least the sun won’t be beating down on us while we watch it set. Bring something cold to drink at the top 🍺🍹 \n  \nThe 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. URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/evening-hike-a-natoma-serendipity-hike/ LOCATION:Natoma Loop Trail\, 4164 Natoma Ave\, Woodland Hills\, 91364 CATEGORIES:Hiking With Dean ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hwdmedia.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/28200125/51552_image_highres_483168840.png GEO:34.1539879;-118.5795861 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Natoma Loop Trail 4164 Natoma Ave Woodland Hills 91364;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=4164 Natoma Ave:geo:-118.5795861,34.1539879 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190727T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190727T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122705 CREATED:20190717T174002Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220611T185333Z UID:10000044-1564218000-1564232400@www.hikingwithdean.com SUMMARY:VIP Hike: Cold Creek Adventure DESCRIPTION:This content is restricted to active VIP members. If you are an active member\, please log in below. If you are not a member\, you may join here. If your VIP membership is expired please renew from your profile page in Main Menu. Please use the contact form for any other issues. \n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n Username or Email\n \n \n \n Password\n \n \n \n \n Remember me\n \n Lost your password? URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/cold-creek-adventure/ LOCATION:Cold Creek High Trail\, 1100 Stunt Rd\, Calabasas\, CA\, 91301\, United States CATEGORIES:Hiking With Dean,V.I.P. Hike ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hwdmedia.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/28200121/cold-creek-high-trail.jpg GEO:34.0909559;-118.6585527 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Cold Creek High Trail 1100 Stunt Rd Calabasas CA 91301 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1100 Stunt Rd:geo:-118.6585527,34.0909559 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190803T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190803T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122705 CREATED:20200727T234010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200728T004508Z UID:10000119-1564822800-1564833600@www.hikingwithdean.com SUMMARY:Journey to the Center of the City - Franklin Canyon DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This HDW original is a classic. On this 6-7 mile hike I will take you through Franklin Canyon and then a bit off-trail to the “planar” center of Los Angeles. It will make a great photo opp. There will be about 1200 ft of  total ascent. \nFranklin Canyon Park is one of the very few places in LA with a greenbelt filled with pines\, sycamore\, eucalyptus and cedars\, most notably the Atlas Cedar and mature Coast Redwoods that are a rare site in most big cities. \nHighlights along the way to the center of the city: \nFranklin Canyon Lake: the location where we see Opie skipping a rock in the water during the opening credits of The Andy Griffith Show and Capt. Kirk falling in love with an Indian maiden on Star Trek. \n \n  \n\nThe Doheny House: The family of oil baron Edward L. Doheny used the canyon as a summer retreat and a place to graze and water their cattle. The Doheny family built a Spanish style home here in 1935. \n \nHeavenly Pond: is a small duck pond located to the west of the Franklin Canyon Lake \n \nBring snacks and a quart of water. \nHere are some scenes from some popular TV shows and movies filmed at Franklin Canyon. Do you recognize any?\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nFor you music lovers\, here are a couple of albums covers photographed in Franklin Canyon:\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n  \nDirections – Parking is Free\nSee also http://www.meetup.com/localhikers/messages/boards/thread/48433782 \nFrom West Los Angeles: \nHead north on Beverly Drive following signs to Coldwater Canyon. Turn left on Coldwater/Beverly Drive\, and turn left again on Beverly Drive\, at Fire Station No. 2. The third right is Franklin Canyon Drive. Continue through the residential area to park entrance. At the intersection of Franklin Canyon Drive and Lake Drive turn right onto Lake and head toward the end of Lake Dr to parking lot next to large grass lawn. \n(If you are coming down Sunset from east of Beverly Dr its probably easier to take Rexford to Beverly) \nFrom the San Fernando Valley: \nTake the 101 to Coldwater Canyon Boulevard. Head south to the intersection of Coldwater Canyon and Mulholland Drive. Make a 90 degree right turn onto Franklin Canyon Drive just before Coldwater merges into Mulholland Dr.  Road signs read “Road Closed 800 Feet” “Sunset to Sunrise”; this is the park entrance. Do NOT make a U-turn as this will bring you onto Mulholland Drive instead of Franklin Canyon. Stay on paved surface\, drive past the Outdoor Classroom/Nature Center\, and continue south of the lake for 1.5 miles\, bearing left onto Lake Dr at stop sign\, and head toward the end of Lake Dr to large parking lot next to large grass lawn \n[av_notification title=’Attention!’ icon_select=’yes’ icon=’ue83e’ font=’entypo-fontello’ color=’green’ border=” custom_bg=’#444444′ custom_font=’#ffffff’ size=’large’ close_btn=” cookie_lifetime=’60’ av_uid=’av-mjtnzh’ custom_class=” admin_preview_bg=”]\nYou will drive 0.6 mi past the sign for “Franklin Canyon Ranch” then 0.3 mile past the point marked 2300 Lake Dr  to the large parking lot on the left\n[/av_notification] \n \nHere is an aerial view of parking lot and trail head. Note the bathrooms in middle-right. We’ll be starting on the trail you see cutting across the grass \n[av_image src=’https://hwdmedia.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/28195512/Pasted-scaled.jpg’ attachment=’53226′ attachment_size=’large’ align=’center’ styling=’no-styling’ hover=’av-hover-grow’ link=” target=” caption=” font_size=” appearance=” overlay_opacity=’0.4′ overlay_color=’#000000′ overlay_text_color=’#ffffff’ copyright=” animation=’no-animation’ av_uid=’av-lkksz1′ custom_class=” admin_preview_bg=”][/av_image][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/journey-to-the-center-of-the-city-franklin-canyon/ LOCATION:Franklin Canyon Park – Ranch\, 1936 Lake Dr\, Beverly Hills\, CA\, CA\, 90210 CATEGORIES:Hiking With Dean ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hwdmedia.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/03121504/transparent-spacer-713x5-1.png GEO:34.1064201;-118.4152984 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Franklin Canyon Park – Ranch 1936 Lake Dr Beverly Hills CA CA 90210;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1936 Lake Dr:geo:-118.4152984,34.1064201 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190810T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190810T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122705 CREATED:20190809T234534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200804T023616Z UID:10000056-1565427600-1565438400@www.hikingwithdean.com SUMMARY:Secret Staircases of Rustic Canyon + Murphy Ranch DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nA hidden staircase\, the longest public staircase in Los Angeles\, drops 24 stories into the middle of lush Rustic Canyon. \n  \nThere are actually two staircases with over 500 steps — each! We’ll use the longest one to climb our way out of Rustic Canyon toward the end of our loop. \nHere are some photos from previous hikes. Click on pic to enlarge\n[vc_row][vc_column][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”53608\,53607\,53606\,53605\,53604\,53603\,53602\,53601\,53600\,53599\,53598\,53597\,53596\,53595\,53594\,53593\,53592\,53591\,53590\,53589\,53588\,53587\,53586\,53585\,53584\,53583\,53582\,53581\,53580\,53579\,53578\,53577\,53576\,53575\,53574\,53573\,53572\,53571\,53570\,53569\,53568\,53567\,53566\,53565\,53564\,53563\,53562\,53561\,53560\,53559\,53558\,53557\,53556\,53555\,53554\,53553\,53552\,53551\,53550\,53549\,53548\,53547\,53546\,53545″][/vc_column][/vc_row] \n  \nRiddle\nWhat does the inventor of the photobooth\, The Beach Boys\, a bunch of WWII-era NAZIs and Charlie Manson have in common? Answer will be revealed during hike! \nI will combine a 6-mile hike with the stairs taking in Rustic and Sullivan Canyons by way of little known trails creating a loop with about 1\,100 ft total ascent. Along the way we’ll visit Murphy Ranch\, a 1930s hideout where\, according to urban myth\, Third Reich sympathizers could sequester themselves until German rule had been established in the USA \n\n\n  \nDirections to Trailhead\nFrom Sunset Blvd\, 3 miles west of the 405\, turn north at the light onto Capri Drive. After 1/3 mile continue through the traffic circle\, remaining on Capri Drive for another 1/3 mile until it comes to and end at Casale Road. Sullivan Ridge Fire road begins to the left but do not turn left on Casale Rd. Find street parking to the right or on an adjacent roads below. \nAfter you park\, walk to the corner of Capri Dr and Casale Rd. This is where we will meet and check in. \nTrailhead coordinates: 34.061097\, -118.504121 \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] \n  \n[vc_row][vc_column][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”53608\,53607\,53606\,53605\,53604\,53603\,53602\,53601\,53600\,53599\,53598\,53597\,53596\,53595\,53594\,53593\,53592\,53591\,53590\,53589\,53588\,53587\,53586\,53585\,53584\,53583\,53582\,53581\,53580\,53579\,53578\,53577\,53576\,53575\,53574\,53573\,53572\,53571\,53570\,53569\,53568\,53567\,53566\,53565\,53564\,53563\,53562\,53561\,53560\,53559\,53558\,53557\,53556\,53555\,53554\,53553\,53552\,53551\,53550\,53549\,53548\,53547\,53546\,53545″][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/secret-staircases-of-rustic-canyon-murphy-ranch/ LOCATION:Sullivan Ridge at Casale Rd\, Capri Drive and Casale Road\, Los Angeles\, CA\, 90272\, US CATEGORIES:Hiking With Dean ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hwdmedia.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/28195514/rustic-steps-scaled.jpeg GEO:34.0610212;-118.5036516 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Sullivan Ridge at Casale Rd Capri Drive and Casale Road Los Angeles CA 90272 US;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Capri Drive and Casale Road:geo:-118.5036516,34.0610212 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190810T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190810T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122705 CREATED:20190809T230848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190809T230848Z UID:10000047-1565427600-1565456400@www.hikingwithdean.com SUMMARY:Santa Monica Mountains & Malibu Miniatures DESCRIPTION:California Art Club Show & Sale\nNow through August 30th\nLocal artists from the California Art Club—a century-old arts organization—capture the diverse beauty of Malibu and the Santa Monica Mountains with miniature works of art that feature the crashing waves of Leo Carrillo\, the winding trails of Will Rogers State Historic Park\, and beyond. \nLoading ...\nThis event is free with free parking. For more information about this event\, email samo@wnpa.org or call 805-370-2302. \nSanta Monica Mountains National Recreation Area\nAnthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor Center\nKing Gillette Ranch\n26876 Mulholland Highway\nCalabasas\, CA 91302 URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/santa-monica-mountains-malibu-miniatures/ LOCATION:Anthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor Center\, Anthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor Center\, Calabasas\, CA\, 91302\, US CATEGORIES:Hiking With Dean ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hwdmedia.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/28195237/53844_image_highres_483860772.jpeg GEO:34.1029437;-118.7075232 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Anthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor Center Anthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor Center Calabasas CA 91302 US;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Anthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor Center:geo:-118.7075232,34.1029437 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190811T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190811T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122705 CREATED:20190809T230852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190809T230852Z UID:10000048-1565514000-1565542800@www.hikingwithdean.com SUMMARY:Santa Monica Mountains & Malibu Miniatures DESCRIPTION:California Art Club Show & Sale – Now through August 30th \nLocal artists from the California Art Club—a century-old arts organization—capture the diverse beauty of Malibu and the Santa Monica Mountains with miniature works of art that feature the crashing waves of Leo Carrillo\, the winding trails of Will Rogers State Historic Park\, and beyond. \nLoading ...\nThis event is free with free parking. For more information about this event\, email samo@wnpa.org or call 805-370-2302. For directions to the Anthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor Center\, click here. \nSanta Monica Mountains National Recreation AreaAnthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor CenterKing Gillette Ranch26876 Mulholland HighwayCalabasas\, CA 91302 URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/santa-monica-mountains-malibu-miniatures-2/ LOCATION:Anthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor Center\, Anthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor Center\, Calabasas\, CA\, 91302\, US CATEGORIES:Hiking With Dean ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hwdmedia.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/28195237/53844_image_highres_483860772.jpeg GEO:34.1029437;-118.7075232 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Anthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor Center Anthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor Center Calabasas CA 91302 US;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Anthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor Center:geo:-118.7075232,34.1029437 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190812T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190812T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122705 CREATED:20190809T230852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190809T230852Z UID:10000050-1565600400-1565629200@www.hikingwithdean.com SUMMARY:Santa Monica Mountains & Malibu Miniatures DESCRIPTION:California Art Club Show & Sale – Now through August 30th \nLocal artists from the California Art Club—a century-old arts organization—capture the diverse beauty of Malibu and the Santa Monica Mountains with miniature works of art that feature the crashing waves of Leo Carrillo\, the winding trails of Will Rogers State Historic Park\, and beyond. \nLoading ...\nThis event is free with free parking. For more information about this event\, email samo@wnpa.org or call 805-370-2302. For directions to the Anthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor Center\, click here. \nSanta Monica Mountains National Recreation AreaAnthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor CenterKing Gillette Ranch26876 Mulholland HighwayCalabasas\, CA 91302 URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/santa-monica-mountains-malibu-miniatures-3/ LOCATION:Anthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor Center\, Anthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor Center\, Calabasas\, CA\, 91302\, US CATEGORIES:Hiking With Dean ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hwdmedia.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/28195237/53844_image_highres_483860772.jpeg GEO:34.1029437;-118.7075232 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Anthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor Center Anthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor Center Calabasas CA 91302 US;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Anthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor Center:geo:-118.7075232,34.1029437 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190815T184500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190815T214500 DTSTAMP:20260403T122705 CREATED:20190810T133313Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200804T233748Z UID:10000063-1565894700-1565905500@www.hikingwithdean.com SUMMARY:Easy Full Moon Hike - Santa Maria Canyon - Summer Hill Ranch Loop DESCRIPTION:We’ll enjoy a great “lollipop” outing in the northeastern corner of Topanga State Park starting at the Viewridge Trailhead for Santa Maria Canyon. We’ll connect up with The Summer Hill Ranch Trail — a short and easy loop that curves around a low-rising hill dotted with coastal live oak trees. \nHighlights during this stroll through a wooded canyon include ocean views and a sturdy bridge that will take us across Santa Maria Canyon. After crossing the bridge we’ll take Summer Hill Ranch trail to the Canyon Overlook. Here\, either at a picnic table or atop a sandstone outcrop\, we’ll enjoy a potluck party with excellent views of Topanga Canyon’s trademark geology and of Santa Maria Canyon. There are caves and crevices to explore too! \nSo bring some snacks and drink to share under the full moon.\nHere is a slide show from this hike last  December: \n \nHike will be about 3 miles with 800 ft total ascent. Its an upside down hike so it will be mostly downhill while our packs are full. \nNO WHITE LIGHTS – Red and Green lights only. If you don’t have one you can piggy-back off of someone else’s. Here are some recommendations:\n\n\n\n\n23% savings\n\nEverBrite Headlamp - 300 Lumens Headlight with Red...$17.99 $13.91\n View on Amazon\n\n\n13% savings\n\nEverBrite Rechargeable Headlamp - 350 Lumens Headl...$15.98 $13.90\n View on Amazon\n\n\nSunset: 7:41\nMoonrise: 8:11 \nDirections\nFrom Highway 101: drive south on Topanga Canyon Blvd for 3.7 miles. Turn left on Viewridge and drive 0.5 miles to the end of the road. \nFrom Pacific Coast Highway: head north on Topanga Canyon Blvd. for 9 miles and turn right on Viewridge. \nPark by end of street. There is plenty of street parking \nThe Organizers and members in this group 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 the ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND LIABILITY WAIVER.\n[/av_textblock] URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/easy-full-moon-hike-santa-maria-canyon-summer-hill-ranch-loop/ LOCATION:Viewridge – Summit Pointe Estates\, 3110 N Summit Pointe Dr\, Topanga\, CA\, 90290 CATEGORIES:Hiking With Dean ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hwdmedia.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/28195236/Pasted-2.jpg GEO:34.1331511;-118.5911277 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Viewridge – Summit Pointe Estates 3110 N Summit Pointe Dr Topanga CA 90290;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3110 N Summit Pointe Dr:geo:-118.5911277,34.1331511 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190817T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190817T103000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122705 CREATED:20190812T231707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190812T231707Z UID:10000064-1566028800-1566037800@www.hikingwithdean.com SUMMARY:Hiking with Mark E: Grasslands Trail to Century Lake & the Rock Pool DESCRIPTION:Take a walk in the park with Mark\, Malibu Creek State Park\, that is. We’ll start on the Grassland Trail off of Mulholland Hwy and head south on a scenic stroll over rolling hills and through open fields of grain. \nOur first destination is picturesque Century Lake. Ducks\, coots\, and herons frequent the lake\, their squalling and callings reverberating off the weathered\, honeycombed cliffs rising from the lake’s far shore. Redwing blackbirds flit among the cattails and rushes. The famous diving scene from Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid was filmed here. \n\n\nNext\, we’ll depart the shaded shores of Century Lake and head out to our final destination: The Rock Pool\, a placid stretch of water framed by volcanic cliffs. Cliff divers and rock climbers will provide the entertainment. This generically wild-looking site has served as a backdrop for outdoor sequences filmed for Planet of the Apes\, South Pacific\, Tarzan\, Swiss Family Robinson\, and many other productions. \nHike will be an easy 5 miles with 500 ft elevation gain. Suitable for fit beginners \nDIRECTIONS \nTrail head and free street parking on Mullholland Hwy\, 0.2 mi west of Las Virgenes Cyn Rd URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/hiking-with-mark-e-grasslands-trail-to-century-lake-the-rock-pool/ LOCATION:Grasslands Trail\, 26990 Mulholland Hwy\, Calabasas\, CA\, 91301\, US CATEGORIES:Hiking With Dean ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hwdmedia.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/28195231/54046_image_highres_483919698-scaled.jpeg GEO:34.1033718;-118.713753 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Grasslands Trail 26990 Mulholland Hwy Calabasas CA 91301 US;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=26990 Mulholland Hwy:geo:-118.713753,34.1033718 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190817T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190817T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122705 CREATED:20190809T230855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190809T230855Z UID:10000052-1566032400-1566061200@www.hikingwithdean.com SUMMARY:Santa Monica Mountains & Malibu Miniatures DESCRIPTION:California Art Club Show & Sale – Now through August 30th \nLocal artists from the California Art Club—a century-old arts organization—capture the diverse beauty of Malibu and the Santa Monica Mountains with miniature works of art that feature the crashing waves of Leo Carrillo\, the winding trails of Will Rogers State Historic Park\, and beyond. \nLoading ...\nThis event is free with free parking. For more information about this event\, email samo@wnpa.org or call 805-370-2302. For directions to the Anthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor Center\, click here. \nSanta Monica Mountains National Recreation AreaAnthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor CenterKing Gillette Ranch26876 Mulholland HighwayCalabasas\, CA 91302 URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/santa-monica-mountains-malibu-miniatures-8/ LOCATION:Anthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor Center\, Anthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor Center\, Calabasas\, CA\, 91302\, US CATEGORIES:Hiking With Dean ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hwdmedia.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/28195237/53844_image_highres_483860772.jpeg GEO:34.1029437;-118.7075232 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Anthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor Center Anthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor Center Calabasas CA 91302 US;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Anthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor Center:geo:-118.7075232,34.1029437 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190818T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190818T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122705 CREATED:20190809T230856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190809T230856Z UID:10000054-1566118800-1566147600@www.hikingwithdean.com SUMMARY:Santa Monica Mountains & Malibu Miniatures DESCRIPTION:California Art Club Show & Sale – Now through August 30th \nLocal artists from the California Art Club—a century-old arts organization—capture the diverse beauty of Malibu and the Santa Monica Mountains with miniature works of art that feature the crashing waves of Leo Carrillo\, the winding trails of Will Rogers State Historic Park\, and beyond. \nLoading ...\nThis event is free with free parking. For more information about this event\, email samo@wnpa.org or call 805-370-2302. For directions to the Anthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor Center\, click here. \nSanta Monica Mountains National Recreation AreaAnthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor CenterKing Gillette Ranch26876 Mulholland HighwayCalabasas\, CA 91302 URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/santa-monica-mountains-malibu-miniatures-9/ LOCATION:Anthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor Center\, Anthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor Center\, Calabasas\, CA\, 91302\, US CATEGORIES:Hiking With Dean ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hwdmedia.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/28195237/53844_image_highres_483860772.jpeg GEO:34.1029437;-118.7075232 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Anthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor Center Anthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor Center Calabasas CA 91302 US;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Anthony C. Beilenson Interagency Visitor Center:geo:-118.7075232,34.1029437 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190825T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190825T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122705 CREATED:20190826T234657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190826T234657Z UID:10000065-1566723600-1566741600@www.hikingwithdean.com SUMMARY:Franklin Trail - Carpinteria DESCRIPTION:At over 100 years old\, the Franklin Trail is one of the oldest trails in Carpinteria. It closed back in the 1970s because ranchers worried people could carry avocado root rot to their crops. Through much work among government agencies\, the Santa Barbara Land Trust and volunteers\, most of the trail has recently re-opened \nOur hike begins in an urban setting at Carpinteria High School with a steady climb up Franklin Canyon. After a couple miles and 850 ft up we arrive at a prime spot with spectacular vistas of Carpinteria\, Santa Barbara\, and the Channel Islands. Then its three more miles of hiking fire roads\, ranch roads\, with the trail moving up-and-down into wild areas and delivering us into the Los Padres National Forest at 1\,703 feet. We return the same way we came up. Round trip is about 10 miles with 2\,000 ft total ascent. \nHere are some photos from the trail. Click on pic to enlarge\n[av_gallery ids=’53649\,53648\,53647\,53646\,53645\,53644\,53643\,53642\,53641\,53640\,53639\,53638\,53637\,53636\,53635\,53634′ style=’thumbnails’ preview_size=’portfolio’ crop_big_preview_thumbnail=’avia-gallery-big-crop-thumb’ thumb_size=’square’ columns=’4′ imagelink=’lightbox’ lazyload=’animations_off’ av_uid=’av-2f709y’ custom_class=” admin_preview_bg=”] \n\n\n  \nPost-hike lunch\nPadaro Beach Grill\n3765 Santa Claus Lane\nCarpinteria\, CA 93013\nhttp://padarobeachgrill.com \nClick here for directions from trail head \n \n\nDirections to Trail Head\nDrive to Carpinteria High School and park in the west parking lot. Trail head is right there. \n[av_notification title=’Alternate Parking’ icon_select=’yes’ icon=’ue826′ font=’entypo-fontello’ color=’orange’ border=’solid’ custom_bg=’#444444′ custom_font=’#ffffff’ size=’large’ close_btn=” cookie_lifetime=’60’ av_uid=’av-lfmxba’ custom_class=” admin_preview_bg=”]\nI forgot to call Carpinteria HS to make sure there are no school events Sunday. If there is an event preventing us from using their parking lot\, we can use the neighborhood streets. Please review parking “Plan B” below before leaving home.\n[/av_notification] URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/franklin-trail-carpinteria/ LOCATION:Carpinteria High School\, 4810 Foothill Rd\, Carpinteria\, CA\, 93013\, US CATEGORIES:Hiking With Dean ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hwdmedia.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/28195356/53542_image_highres_483798871.jpeg GEO:34.4115166;-119.5172963 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Carpinteria High School 4810 Foothill Rd Carpinteria CA 93013 US;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=4810 Foothill Rd:geo:-119.5172963,34.4115166 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190830T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190830T213000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122705 CREATED:20190827T183941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190827T183941Z UID:10000066-1567189800-1567200600@www.hikingwithdean.com SUMMARY:🥂 Night Hike - Serrania Ridge to the Water Tank 🍻 DESCRIPTION:Our hike begins at Serrania Ridge\, a pocket of parkland on the suburban edge of Woodland Hills. The ridge’s name—and its geography—seem to be in limbo. Serrania Ridge is also called Woodland Ridge. Is it a part of the Santa Monica Mountains? Or is it a part of Chalk Hill to the northeast? \nWe can contemplate these questions as we roller-coaster up and down–mostly up–partaking views of the Santa Monica mountains rising before us\, Calabasas hills to the right of us\, Chalk Hill to the left of us and the west San Fernando Valley behind us. After about 1 mile we cross dirt Mulholland and continue on a steep trail to the top of the ridge where we’ll turn onto a service road and head up to the water tank. \n🍷🥨Bring snack and drinks to share \nNO WHITE LIGHTS – Red and Green lights only. If you don’t have one you can piggy-back off of someone else’s. Here are some recommendations:\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMOUNTAINTOP 22L Unisex Hiking/Camping BackpackNot available\n View on Amazon\n\n\n\n\nTETON Sports Explorer 4000 Internal Frame Backpack...Not available\n View on Amazon\n\n\nHike is a 3.7-mile lollipop with about 930 ft total ascent.  No white lights allowed. Bring a green or red headlamp/light if you have one. If you don’t you can piggy back off mine and the others’ \n \nSunset: 7:21 PM \nDirections\nFrom the 101 Freeway\, take the De Soto exit and head south for 0.7 miles. On the way\, De Soto becomes Serrania Avenue. Bear left onto Wells Drive and the park will be almost immediately on your right. \nFacilities are available at the trail head (but may be locked?). URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/night-hike-serrania-ridge/ LOCATION:Serrania Park\, 20726 Wells Drive\, Woodland Hills\, ca\, 91364\, US CATEGORIES:Hiking With Dean ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hwdmedia.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/28194652/55585_image_highres_484373218.png GEO:34.1572286;-118.586751 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Serrania Park 20726 Wells Drive Woodland Hills ca 91364 US;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=20726 Wells Drive:geo:-118.586751,34.1572286 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190902T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190902T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122705 CREATED:20190901T161319Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230514T201100Z UID:10000068-1567414800-1567429200@www.hikingwithdean.com SUMMARY:Labor Day VIP Hike - Malibu DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We’ll be hiking along one of our secret trails on the eastern ridge of upper Zuma Canyon. I haven’t been there since before the Woolsey fire and It was completely burned (along with the nearby connecting trails). It may be more overgrown now than it was when we first used it. \nWe will begin by hiking northwest from Kanan on the Backbone Trail to the Zuma Ridge Trail. The winding trail leads to a view of Newton Falls and Upper Zuma Falls\, which are especially grand after the winter rains. \n \nWe will then turn south along Zuma Ridge to Buzzards Roost where we will rest\, eat and take in ocean views. \n \nOur secret trail will come into view way across the canyon. It has been revealed by the Woolsey fire and not so secret anymore. \n \nAfter passing Buzzards Roost we will continue on Zuma Ridge until we come to an equestrian trail and descend down into Zuma Canyon. Maybe there will be water in the creek \n \nAfter a short break and crossing the creek we’ll head up my secret trail to the eastern ridge of Zuma Canyon and snake our way up and to the north back toward the cars closing the loop. \n \nHike is strenuous at about 9.5 miles with almost 2\,800 ft total ascent. We’ll go at an easy pace \nWear long pants. Bring at least 2qts water\, lunch/snacks\, good hiking shoes\nBruce did a little work on the secret trail Sunday (9/1). Here is a sample of the trail conditions: \n[vc_row][vc_column][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”55886\,55885″ img_size=”medium”][/vc_column][/vc_row] \n\nDirections\nThe trailhead parking lot is on Kanan\, north side ot T1 \nFrom the Ventura Freeway 101\, go south (toward beaches) on Kanan Road about 7.8 miles to just before the “third tunnel” (T1). The parking lot is on the right (west side of what is now Kanan-Dume Road) and easy to spot. \nFrom Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu\, go north on Kanan Dume Road about 4.3 miles\, just through the “first tunnel\,” and make a left turn into the parking lot on the west side of Kanan Dume.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/labor-day-vip-hike-malibu/ LOCATION:BBT – Newton Canyon\, 1689 Kanan Dume Rd\, Malibu\, CA\, 90265 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hwdmedia.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/28194918/zuma_compressed.jpg GEO:34.076008;-118.815433 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=BBT – Newton Canyon 1689 Kanan Dume Rd Malibu CA 90265;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1689 Kanan Dume Rd:geo:-118.815433,34.076008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190907T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190907T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122705 CREATED:20190901T121100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190901T121100Z UID:10000067-1567846800-1567857600@www.hikingwithdean.com SUMMARY:Talepop Loop & Lunch at La Paz DESCRIPTION:Please join us on the site of the former Chumash village known as Talepop\, in the Liberty Canyon Natural Preserve. \nWe will be dedicating this hike to Jeff Sherman. Jeff signed up for this hike on August 21 before passing away last Monday during our Zuma Canyon hike. (See Comments section) \nHe loved hiking and would have wanted us to continue with this one. He will be with us in spirit. \nOur hike begins at Juan Bautista de Anza Park which will connect us with the Talepop Loop Trail. The trail climbs up a ridgeline with nice views of Liberty Canyon\, Las Virgenes Canyon and oak-studded rolling hills. \nThe hike will be a combination of ranch roads and single track trails.  We will make a side trip on the Grasslands trail and visit the historic Sepulveda Adobe and stroll past White Oak Farm (see below)\, creating a 4.75 mile (appx) lollipop with about 600 ft total ascent. Bring at least a quart of water. \nPost hike lunch is down the road at La Paz Restaurant\n4505 Las Virgenes Rd.\nCalabasas\, CA 91302 \nSlide Show\nhttps://hwdmedia.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/28194703/Talepop.mp4\nThe swing is gone but the swingers will be there! \n\n\nThe Sepulveda Adobe\nBuilt in 1863\, the home of California pioneer homesteader Don Pedro Alcantra Sepulveda stands today on its original site just west of the corner of Las Virgenes Road and Mulholland Highway. \nPedro Sepulveda and his wife Soledad raised their twelve children at this small home near Las Virgenes Creek. The rancho was farmed and the many crops grown there included field corn\, beans\, potatoes\, turnips and onions. A mulberry tree planted by Don Pedro well over 100 years ago thrives today and is still bearing fruit. Sepulveda supported his family as a charcoal maker and supplier of oak firewood that heated the fine homes in Los Angeles of the day. His roundtrip to the city with a wagonload of wood took three days at the time when the 101 freeway was nothing but a narrow dirt trail. \nClick on a pic for full view plus captions\n[av_gallery ids=’55982\,55983\,55984′ style=’thumbnails’ preview_size=’portfolio’ crop_big_preview_thumbnail=’avia-gallery-big-crop-thumb’ thumb_size=’square’ columns=’3′ imagelink=’lightbox’ lazyload=’animations_off’ id=” custom_class=” av_uid=’av-24w8lk’ admin_preview_bg=”] \nThe Sepulveda Adobe was inhabited from the time of its construction until 1980. Badly damaged in the 1994 earthquake\, seismic retrofitting and restoration began eight years later\, shepherded by the California State Parks Dept. Most work was completed in 2017 and public access accommodations were to follow.  The home itself is now barely a shell of its former self due to the Woolsey fire \nWhite Oak Farm\nWhite Oak Farm on Las Virgenes Rd was an early 20th-Century dairy and ranch. The barn here\, built in the 1920s\, is one of the oldest remaining barns in the region. During the 1920s  and through the 1940s\, the farm served as a “gentleman’s ranch.” The site was eventually purchased by Bob Hope in 1952. Bob Hope’s brother James lived there and managed the ranch for more than 20 years. The Hopes sold the property to the State in 1975 and it was incorporated it into Malibu Creek State Park. Today(?) it is a residence for one of the park rangers. \nThis photo is from my Thanksgiving 2016 hike. I haven’t visited since before the Woolsey fire and current condition is unknown\nDirections:\nJuan Bautista de Anza Park is on the corner of Las Virgenes and Lost Hills Rds. Park in the lot or on the street. Meet at west end of parking lot. \nFrom the Valley – Take 101 west. Exit Las Virgenes. Left on Las Virgenes to Lost Hills Rd. Right on Lost Hills. Park will be on left but continue to next corner for U-turn. \nFrom TO – Take 101 east. Exit Lost Hills Rd. Right on Lost Hills. Right into Park URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/talepop-loop-lunch-at-la-paz/ LOCATION:Juan Bautista de Anza Park\, 3701 Lost Hills Rd\, Agoura Hills\, CA\, 91301\, US CATEGORIES:Hiking With Dean ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hwdmedia.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/28194705/54952_image_highres_484201897-scaled.jpeg GEO:34.126843;-118.7076018 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Juan Bautista de Anza Park 3701 Lost Hills Rd Agoura Hills CA 91301 US;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3701 Lost Hills Rd:geo:-118.7076018,34.126843 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190921T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190921T120000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122705 CREATED:20190916T021818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190916T021818Z UID:10000071-1569052800-1569067200@www.hikingwithdean.com SUMMARY:Corral Canyon - Puerco Canyon Loop - Malibu Seafood - BYOB DESCRIPTION:On this one we’ll visit the old pig farm and have a post-hike lunch at Malibu Seafood Patio where they let you bring your own drink. \nOur hike will begin at sea level in Corral Canyon\, the last undeveloped coastal canyon in Los Angeles County that flows freely to the ocean. Maybe there will be water in the creek this time. We will then leave Corral Canyon for my “secret trail” through pristine wilderness to the Puerco Canyon watershed divide that provides spectacular ocean and mountain views. The trail isn’t so secret any more\, but it is the trail less traveled. We’ll return to the restaurant via another secret trail \nWe’ll have fun checking out the artifacts from a bygone era…and mysterious buildings… \nHike is about 7 miles\, with two interconnected loops and about 1800 ft total ascent. Hike is rated DIFFICULT due to terrain. See the new hike ratings guide: https://www.meetup.com/localhikers/pages/29633850/HIKE_RATINGS_GUIDE/ \nCheck out my slide show from various similar hikes\n[av_video src=’https://youtu.be/89yUvvc9Xqw’ mobile_image=” attachment=” attachment_size=” format=’16-9′ width=’16’ height=’9′ conditional_play=” id=” custom_class=” av_uid=’av-378l1o’] \n  \nAfter the hike we’ll have lunch next door at Malibu Seafood Patio. Kitchen opens at 11:00 AM. Maybe we’ll spot some dolphins frolicking in the waves\, or some celebrities. \n \nThey let you bring your own beverages including booze. So pack a cooler with your favorite beverage and enjoy a fresh seafood lunch by the trailhead — you will deserve it! I’ll bring some white wine. \nBring sunscreen\, hat\, 2 quarts water\, sturdy shoes and a snack. Clothing optional. \nThere is street parking on PCH\, $7.00 in lot next to restaurant at the iron ranger — cc ok \nTrail 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. \nTrail descriptions are based on previous hikes. Current conditions are unknown until arrival. Expect the unexpected and plan accordingly. \nThe Organizers and members in this group 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 the ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND LIABILITY WAIVER. URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/corral-canyon-puerco-canyon-loop/ LOCATION:Malibu Seafood Fresh Fish Market and Patio Café\, 25653 Pacific Coast Hwy\, Malibu\, CA\, 90265 CATEGORIES:Hiking With Dean ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hwdmedia.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/28194515/Corral_Canyon_IMG_0613.jpg GEO:34.0338081;-118.735083 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Malibu Seafood Fresh Fish Market and Patio Café 25653 Pacific Coast Hwy Malibu CA 90265;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=25653 Pacific Coast Hwy:geo:-118.735083,34.0338081 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190921T081500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190921T180000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122705 CREATED:20190916T144159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190916T144159Z UID:10000073-1569053700-1569088800@www.hikingwithdean.com SUMMARY:Scorpion Bay / Cavern Point Loop – Santa Cruz Island DESCRIPTION:*** TICKETS ARE SOLD OUT / RESERVATIONS ARE CLOSED *** \nLet’s head to the islands\, that is the Channel Islands\, and hike Santa Cruz Island at Scorpion Bay and the Cavern Point Loop trail. \nThis is an all day event that includes a six mile hike with a total of 600’+ elevation gain. \n** Reserve your boat tickets at Island Packers ASAP then let me know in the comments that you have bought your ticket. I will remove you from the list if you haven’t bought your ticket within one week after you RSVP. \nIt is imperative that we arrive at 8:15 at Island Packers\, even sooner\, to check in. We will board the Island Packers boat in Ventura and embark at 9:00am on a 45-60 minute cruise to Scorpion Bay\, along the way we may encounter dolphins and other sea life. \nAt Scorpion Bay\, we will hike an easy 1.6 miles with an elevation gain of 278’ to the visitor center which begins the Cavern Point Loop trail. The loop itself is just under 2 miles with an elevation gain of 326’. The trail climbs up to Scorpion Ranch and past an old outhouse. There are several historical buildings that are worth exploring. We will continue to climb wooden steps that take us onto the bluffs. Along the bluffs we’ll have amazing views of the Pacific Ocean\, Scorpion Cove\, and depending how clear the day is\, we may see the silhouettes of Anacapa Island and California‘s coastline. \nThe Cavern Point Loop will take us to the trail back to Scorpion Bay. Island Packer’s will pick us up at 4:00pm. \nBring your lunch\, somewhere along the line we’ll stop for a lunch break. \nYou can read more about the Cavern Point Loop hike here: https://trailtopeak.com/2018/04/23/hiking-scorpion-bay-to-cavern-point-loop-santa-cruz-island/ \nReserve your boat tickets at Island Packers: https://reserve.islandpackers.com/Select September 2019 in the “View Trips for MONTH of” dropdown.In the “Ventura-East Santa Cruz (Scorpion)” dropdown\, scroll to September 21\, and select 9:00am.In the “Return” dropdown\, select 4:00pm. \nAdult: $59.00Senior (55 and up): $54.00Children (up to 12 years): $41.00 \nADDRESS:Island Packers Cruises1691 Spinnaker Dr #105B · Ventura\, CA \nI will continue to post details here and in the comments. See you in September! \nHIKING DETAILS:Trail: Single track\, open areas near the edge of the bluffDistance: 6 mile loopElevation Gain: 600’+Difficulty: Beginner / fit beginnerDogs: NoRestrooms: Yes\, near the trailheadKnown Dangers: slip and fall\, foxes \nWHAT TO BRING:Jacket for cooler weatherlayers3 liters of waterLunch\, Snacks\, electrolytesHiking shoes/boots \nDISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY:• You must RSVP to attend this event\, no exceptions.• If you choose to sign up for any event\, you are releasing the organizers of Hike and Explore from all liability in case of possible injuries.• The organizers of Hike and Explore are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips. By participating in any posted event\, you’re taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being.• Hiking and other outdoor events are inherently dangerous and accidents can happen. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions.• Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience. This applies to any guests youmay invite. URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/scorpion-bay-cavern-point-loop-santa-cruz-island/ LOCATION:Island Packers Cruises\, 1691 Spinnaker Dr #105B\, Ventura\, CA\, 93001\, US ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hwdmedia.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/28194517/56369_image_highres_482795492.jpeg GEO:34.2441679;-119.2653436 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Island Packers Cruises 1691 Spinnaker Dr #105B Ventura CA 93001 US;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1691 Spinnaker Dr #105B:geo:-119.2653436,34.2441679 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191003T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191003T213000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122705 CREATED:20190924T144202Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190924T144202Z UID:10000079-1570127400-1570138200@www.hikingwithdean.com SUMMARY:Tapo Canyon Night Hike\, Simi Valley DESCRIPTION:This hike is cross posted with Dean’s\, Hiking with Dean. \nTonight’s hike will take us into a canyon that has views of the surrounding Santa Susana Mountains which we might see before it gets completely dark. This is not a difficult hike because the elevation is rather mild\, and it’s spread out over the whole hike with gradual climbs. \nNo white flashlights are allowed on this hike…it’s a Dean rule…bring green or red lights. Use white lights for emergencies only. \nBefore heading out\, we will stop for a break. Bring wine and booze\, and snacks to share. \nFrom the trail head\, we’ll hike about ½ mile on level ground followed by a steady climb about a mile to the junction at the top. We’ll turn left\, climb a small hill\, and then head down about 1½ miles into the canyon. \nComing back\, we will climb about 3/4 of a mile up to the junction\, this is a semi steep incline but doable for beginners. At the junction\, we’ll hike down for about 1½ miles back to the trailhead. \nHIKING DETAILS:Distance: about 4.5 milesElevation Gain: about 800’Difficulty: Beginner/ intermediateDogs: Yes\, leashedRestrooms: NoParking: Free in the gravel area in front of the trail head\, and along the road on both sides of Tapo Canyon.Trail: Single track and Fire Roadish\, excellent condition \nKnown Dangers: Rattlesnakes\, slip-‘n-fall \nWHAT TO BRING:1-2 liters of water.Snacks and/or beverages to share.Hiking shoes are preferred\, but athletic shoes will be OK. \nDIRECTIONS:The trailhead is about 450 feet\, or one minute\, before Lost Canyon Drive which is on the left with a street light. If you get to Lost Canyon Drive\, you have gone too far…turn around. \nGoogle maps seem to have the most accurate directions. Here is a link to Google Street View of the trailhead: Tapo Canyon Trailhead (https://www.google.com/maps/@34.304698\,-118.720457\,3a\,69.7y\,93.92h\,90.4t/data=!3m4!1e1!3m2!1svRHdp7FenigPZ3zwLQ1PGw!2e0) The GPS coordinates of the trailhead are: 34.304410 N\, and 118.720291 W\, but trust your GPS at your own risk. They OFTEN take you to the wrong location. \nTapo Canyon3802 Tapo Canyon RoadSimi Valley\, CA 9306334.304740\, -118.720291 \nFrom the 118:34.304740\, -118.720291Exit Tapo Canyon Rd.Drive north on Tapo Canyon Rd. for 1.7 miles.The trail head on the right. \nDISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY:• You must RSVP to attend this event\, no exceptions.• If you choose to sign up for any event\, you are releasing the organizers of Hike and Explore from all liability in case of possible injuries.• The organizers of Hike and Explore are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips. By participating in any posted event\, you’re taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being.• Hiking and other outdoor events are inherently dangerous and accidents can happen. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions.• Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience. This applies to any guests you may invite. URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/tapo-canyon-night-hike-simi-valley/ LOCATION:3802 Tapo Canyon Rd\, 3802 Tapo Canyon Rd\, Simi Valley\, CA\, 93063\, US ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hwdmedia.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/28194501/56724_image_highres_485172651.png GEO:34.3047002;-118.7204576 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=3802 Tapo Canyon Rd 3802 Tapo Canyon Rd Simi Valley CA 93063 US;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3802 Tapo Canyon Rd:geo:-118.7204576,34.3047002 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191003T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191003T213000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122705 CREATED:20190930T034104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190930T034104Z UID:10000082-1570127400-1570138200@www.hikingwithdean.com SUMMARY:Tapo Canyon Night Hike - Dogs OK DESCRIPTION:[av_textblock size=” font_color=” color=” av-desktop-hide=” av-medium-hide=” av-small-hide=” av-mini-hide=” av-medium-font-size=” av-small-font-size=” av-mini-font-size=” av_uid=’av-278ajj1′]\nLeave the sights and sounds of civilization behind on this quick getaway on a non-technical trail. The Tapo Canyon Trail is wide most of the time with firm smooth ground and many sandy sections. The hike is roughly 4.5 miles round trip starting from the trailhead and incorporating a “lollipop” loop. Total ascent is about 800 ft. \nOn the way out we’ll stop and party\, so bring some wine/booze and snacks to share \nNO WHITE LIGHTS – Red and Green lights only. If you don’t have one you can tailgate off of someone else’s. Here are some recommendations:\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMOUNTAINTOP 22L Unisex Hiking/Camping BackpackNot available\n View on Amazon\n\n\n\n\nTETON Sports Explorer 4000 Internal Frame Backpack...Not available\n View on Amazon\n\n\n[/av_textblock] \n[av_notification title=’Rating’ icon_select=’no’ icon=’ue800′ font=’entypo-fontello’ color=’silver’ border=’solid’ custom_bg=’#444444′ custom_font=’#ffffff’ size=’normal’ close_btn=” cookie_lifetime=’60’ av_uid=’av-376g59′ custom_class=” admin_preview_bg=”]\nHike is rated MEDIUM due to elevation gain . See the new hike ratings guide\n[/av_notification] \n[av_textblock size=” font_color=” color=” av-desktop-hide=” av-medium-hide=” av-small-hide=” av-mini-hide=” av-medium-font-size=” av-small-font-size=” av-mini-font-size=” av_uid=’av-1jvg1vh’]\nDogs on leash OK \nDIRECTIONS\nFrom the 118 Freeway\, take Tapo Canyon Road exit and head north. The trail head will be on the right side of the road at 1.5 miles\, shortly before the intersection with Lost Canyon Drive. Free parking is available in a small dirt lot.\n[/av_textblock] URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/tapo-canyon-night-hike/ LOCATION:Tapo Canyon Open Space – HWD\, 3802 Tapo Canyon Rd\, Simi Valley\, 93063 CATEGORIES:Hiking With Dean ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hwdmedia.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/28194502/56701_image_highres_485170687.jpeg GEO:34.3048128;-118.7204706 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Tapo Canyon Open Space – HWD 3802 Tapo Canyon Rd Simi Valley 93063;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3802 Tapo Canyon Rd:geo:-118.7204706,34.3048128 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191005T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191005T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122705 CREATED:20191003T164907Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191003T164907Z UID:10000085-1570262400-1570280400@www.hikingwithdean.com SUMMARY:Once Upon a Time In Hollywood Chatsworth DESCRIPTION:On this hike\, we will cross paths with the famous and the infamous. The famous is the site of the Spahn Ranch movie set for Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. The infamous is the site of the real Spahn Ranch. Along the way we’ll learn additional Chatsworth history. \nOur trek begins at the top of the Old Stagecoach Rd and ventures west and down through Twilight Canyon to Corriganville where Quentin Tarantino created the set for the Spahn Ranch in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. For those of you familiar with the park\, you know this isn’t the first movie filmed at Corriganville and we’ll be visiting some of the older movie and TV sites also. \nAfter a little site-seeing and a loop around Corriganville we’ll head up a hill to the 118 and cross under it using a wildlife corridor. From there we’ll take a seldom-used trail to the fork at the Hummingbird Trail and Rocky Peak Trails. Here\, we’ll find a rock house — a small room under a rock overhang. It was built as part of a movie set. Across the trail from the rock house is a natural cave above the trail. Rumor has it that an entire family lived there at one time. This a perfect spot for our snack break! \n\n\nWe continue our loop by heading down Rocky Peak Rd and catch the El Camino Nuevo which will bring us to the Spahn Ranch. Nowadays\, the ranch is basically nonexistent; its remnants are fully blended into a maze of trees\, shrubs and poison oak. We’ll take another snack break at the infamous Manson family cave. Immortalized in a 1969 Time magazine photo/piece about the clan\, the rock remains untouched\, and offers fans the chance to channel their inner Mansonite for a morbid photo op. \nOur return to the Old Stagecoach Rd will take us across the lands once claimed by Chatsworth homesteaders. \n[av_notification title=’Hike Rating’ icon_select=’yes’ icon=’ue8c7′ font=’entypo-fontello’ color=’orange’ border=” custom_bg=’#444444′ custom_font=’#ffffff’ size=’large’ close_btn=” cookie_lifetime=’60’ av_uid=’av-n88i8k’ custom_class=” admin_preview_bg=”]\nHike will be about 8 miles with 1\,900 ft total ascent and is rated DIFFICULT due to terrain. See the Hike Rating Guide\n[/av_notification] \n  \nEnjoy the history lessons below 🙂\n  \nThe Spahn Ranch\nThe ranch took its name from dairy farmer George Spahn\, who purchased the property in 1948. Many western-themed movies and television shows were filmed on the ranch\, including Duel in the Sun (1946) and television episodes of Bonanza\, The Lone Ranger\, and Zorro. It was also the filming location for the B-movie The Creeping Terror. \nThe Spahn Ranch is notorious for having been the primary residence of Charles Manson and his followers\, the “Manson Family\,” for much of 1968 and 1969. Spahn was 80 years old and living at the ranch when he allowed The Manson Family to move in\, rent-free\, in exchange for labor.A wildfire destroyed all of the Spahn Movie Ranch’s film sets and residential structures on September 26\, 1970. George Spahn died on September 22\, 1974\, and is buried in Eternal Valley Memorial Park in nearby Newhall\, California. \nHere we are February 2018; on the ranch and re-doing the iconic 1969 Time-Life photo.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCorriganville\nWe’ve been here many times. From 1937 to 1965 Corriganville Movie Ranch\, owned by stuntman Ray “Crash” Corrigan\, was a working film studio and movie ranch for outdoor location shooting. In 1949\, it opened to the public on weekends and holidays. \nWhy not just let Crash show you around the ranch on his DVD \nLoading ...\nIn 1965 Ray Corrigan sold the property to Bob Hope. A housing subdivision called Hopetown was developed and built on a parcel near the park entrance. In the late 1960s and early 1970s part of the site was used for motorcycle racing. In 1970 the ranch was swept by fire. In 1979 another fire destroyed virtually all of the remaining structures. \nIn 1988 The land was acquired by the City of Simi Valley for use as a regional park \nHere are videos of the “Jungle Jim Rock” and “Robin Hood Lake.”  To the right is Fort Apache \n[av_one_half first av_uid=’av-1qa17tg’] \n[av_video src=’http://youtu.be/G-MeZdkkeFo’ mobile_image=” attachment=” attachment_size=” format=’16-9′ width=’16’ height=’9′ conditional_play=” av_uid=’av-1bqa6yc’ id=” custom_class=”] \n[/av_one_half] \n[av_one_half av_uid=’av-s3zo0k’] \n[av_video src=’http://youtu.be/YK7ajTUHHrY’ mobile_image=” attachment=” attachment_size=” format=’16-9′ width=’16’ height=’9′ conditional_play=” av_uid=’av-lxwzdg’ id=” custom_class=”] \n[/av_one_half] \nThe structures have been torn down but here we are October 2018 crashing the set for Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.\n[av_video src=’https://youtu.be/0F0lGfSnEyI’ mobile_image=” attachment=” attachment_size=” format=’16-9′ width=’16’ height=’9′ conditional_play=” av_uid=’av-nx8pn8′ id=” custom_class=”] \nEl Camino Nuevo\nMore appropriately known as the Chatsworth Grade Road it replaced the stagecoach route in 1895 and provided an easier and smoother route to transport goods. It was also able to accommodate motorized vehicles. We’ll be hiking along this old grade which was replaced by our familiar Old Santa Susana Pass in 1917. \n[av_notification title=’More to Follow’ icon_select=’yes’ icon=’ue80f’ font=’entypo-fontello’ color=’silver’ border=’solid’ custom_bg=’#444444′ custom_font=’#ffffff’ size=’large’ close_btn=” cookie_lifetime=’60’ custom_class=” av_uid=’av-q2xs38′ admin_preview_bg=”]\nCheck back here often as I will be adding more historical notes\, photos and videos over the next few days\n[/av_notification] \n[av_textblock size=” font_color=” color=” av-desktop-hide=” av-medium-hide=” av-small-hide=” av-mini-hide=” av-medium-font-size=” av-small-font-size=” av-mini-font-size=” av_uid=’av-2bbqms’] \nDirections\nRSVP Here: https://www.meetup.com/localhikers/events/264413389/ \nFrom the 118 – Exit Rocky Peak Rd\, turn right on Santa Susana Rd. After you pass the Rocky Peak exit off the 118 Freeway\, start looking to your left for Lilac Lane. Park in corner dirt lot. There is some shoulder parking nearby too. We will meet on the corner. \nThe lot won’t hold all of us so here are some parking options: https://goo.gl/2kCoLi\nWalk to corner of Lilac Ln and Santa Susana Pass Rd \nHaven’t seen the movie? Watch it (or at least the trailer) tonight!\nLoading ...[av_textblock size=” font_color=” color=” av-desktop-hide=” av-medium-hide=” av-small-hide=” av-mini-hide=” av-medium-font-size=” av-small-font-size=” av-mini-font-size=” av_uid=’av-14pb40k’] URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/once-upon-a-time-in-chatsworth/ LOCATION:Twilight Canyon Trailhead\, 7700 Santa Susana Pass Rd\, Simi Valley\, ca\, 93063\, US CATEGORIES:Hiking With Dean ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hwdmedia.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/28194526/55860_image_highres_474714711.jpeg GEO:34.2650918;-118.6369885 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Twilight Canyon Trailhead 7700 Santa Susana Pass Rd Simi Valley ca 93063 US;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=7700 Santa Susana Pass Rd:geo:-118.6369885,34.2650918 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191005T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191005T113000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122705 CREATED:20190927T144249Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190927T144249Z UID:10000080-1570266000-1570275000@www.hikingwithdean.com SUMMARY:Movie Magic Hike at Franklin Park\, Beverly Hills DESCRIPTION:Join the resident film enthusiast for a guided hike to view film and television locations and learn the Hollywood history of our canyon.Franklin’s film history started during the silent film era and is still used by Hollywood multiple times a month. \nHike meets outside the Sooky Goldman Nature Center.Wear closed toe shoes and bring water. \nMore details coming very soon \nDIRECTIONSSooky Goldman Nature Center2600 Franklin Canyon Dr · Beverly Hills\, CA \n** Photo courtesy of Community Nature Connection **https://www.communitynatureconnection.org \nDISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY:• If you choose to sign up for any event\, you are releasing the organizers of Hike and Explore from all liability in case of possible injuries.• The organizers of Hike and Explore are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips. By participating in any posted event\, you’re taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being.• Hiking and other outdoor events are inherently dangerous and accidents can happen. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions.• Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience. This applies to any guests you may invite. URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/movie-magic-hike-at-franklin-park-beverly-hills/ LOCATION:William O. Douglas Outdoor Classroom and Sooky Goldman Nature Center\, 2600 Franklin Canyon Dr\, Beverly Hills\, CA\, 90210\, US ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hwdmedia.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/28194458/56822_image_highres_485247123.jpeg GEO:34.1227454;-118.4084784 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=William O. Douglas Outdoor Classroom and Sooky Goldman Nature Center 2600 Franklin Canyon Dr Beverly Hills CA 90210 US;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2600 Franklin Canyon Dr:geo:-118.4084784,34.1227454 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191012T094500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191012T133000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122705 CREATED:20190916T144203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190916T144203Z UID:10000075-1570873500-1570887000@www.hikingwithdean.com SUMMARY:Haunted Scary Dairy Farm\, Camarillo DESCRIPTION:The Camarillo State Hospital dairy farm at one time thrived with cattle and working patients from the hospital. Today it is known as the Scary Dairy and it is haunted! \nThis is a two part hike making it suitable for beginner and fit beginner/intermediate. \nPart one: We will hike about ¾ mile through lush vegetation to the dairy farm\, take time to explore the area and view the buildings. Then we will continue to the trail\, and those who wish to leave at this point are welcome to do so. \nPart two: We will hike a nearby trail with a gain of about 600′ with a couple of steeper areas. We will stop for a snack at a grassy area with views of Camarillo\, the Pacific\, and Channel Islands. After break time\, I may decide to continue on the trail another mile or so just to get in more hiking but that will be an unanimous group decision. \nMEETUP TIME AND OTHER INFORMATIONThe meet up time is at 9:45 am at the gravel parking lot near the dairy\, There is a parking fee of $6.00 (cash) – a kiosk with envelops is located there. We will start promptly at 10:00 am. \nThe scary dairy is part of the Camarillo Regional Park: https://www.csuci.edu/cipark/ \nDIRECTIONS:Be sure to check the photos below for the map to the trailhead and read the directions CAREFULLY\, it is easy to pass the parking lot. \nHIKING DETAILS:Distance: 4+ milesElevation Gain: 600’ with a couple of steep areas.Difficulty: Beginner\, fit beginner\, intermediateRestrooms: noParking: $6.00 parking feeDogs: Only if leashedKnown Dangers: slip and fall\, rattlesnakes\, mountain bikers \nWHAT TO BRING:2 liters of waterLunch\, snacks\, electrolytesHiking shoes/bootsSunscreenHatDress according to the weather \nDIRECTIONShttps://www.csuci.edu/cipark/directions.htmSee map below \nFrom the Los Angeles areaFrom the US-101\, exit at the Lewis Road (SR 34) off-ramp.Turn right onto Daily Drive and continue to the Lewis Road stoplight.Turn right onto SR 34 Lewis Road and continue until you see the CSU Channel Islands sign.Turn left at Camarillo Street and continue for approximately 1/8 of a mile.After crossing the bridge over Calleguas Creek the entry is immediately on the left hand side of Camarillo. \nFrom VenturaFrom the US-101\, exit at the Lewis Road (SR 34) off-ramp.Use the middle lane to turn left onto Ventura Blvd.Turn right onto S Lewis Road and continue until you see the CSU Channel Islands sign.Turn left at Camarillo Street and continue for approximately 1/8 of a mile.After crossing the bridge over Calleguas Creek the entry is immediately on the left hand side of Camarillo. \nDon’t park beyond the kiosk. \nDISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY:• You must RSVP to attend this event\, no exceptions.• If you choose to sign up for any event\, you are releasing the organizers of Hike and Explore from all liability in case of possible injuries.• The organizers of Hike and Explore are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips. By participating in any posted event\, you’re taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being.• Hiking and other outdoor events are inherently dangerous and accidents can happen. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions.• Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience. This applies to any guests you may invite. URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/haunted-scary-dairy-farm-camarillo/ LOCATION:CSU Channel Islands Regional Park\, Old Dairy Rd\, Camarillo\, CA\, 93012\, US ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://hwdmedia.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/28194516/56372_image_highres_484934791.png GEO:34.181282;-119.027459 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=CSU Channel Islands Regional Park Old Dairy Rd Camarillo CA 93012 US;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Old Dairy Rd:geo:-119.027459,34.181282 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191026T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20191026T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T122705 CREATED:20191020T021706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191020T021706Z UID:10000089-1572109200-1572116400@www.hikingwithdean.com SUMMARY:10th Annual Chatsworth Halloween Hike - Saturday Night Version DESCRIPTION:We’ve been doing this one in Chatsworth/Twin Lakes since 2009. It’s the scariest hike this side of Transylvania! \nDue to ongoing development in the area our exact path is unknown at this time\, but I estimate it to be about 4 miles with 700′ elevation gain. I will have more accurate figures after pre-scouting the area. \n \nCostumes are optional: https://amzn.to/2n5iZyX \nI don’t have many night photos but enjoy this video from Halloween 2014\n \n  \nDon’t forget to check out the daytime extended version of the hike \nPart of the hike will be on little-used trails. Long pants would be nice for some short segments\, but not required for hike. Wear hiking shoes or boots. Expect the unexpected. If you are not an experienced hiker this hike may not be for you. \nNO WHITE LIGHTS – Red and Green lights only. If you don’t have one you can tailgate off of someone else’s. Here are some recommendations:\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMOUNTAINTOP 22L Unisex Hiking/Camping BackpackNot available\n View on Amazon\n\n\n\n\nTETON Sports Explorer 4000 Internal Frame Backpack...Not available\n View on Amazon\n\n\nDIRECTIONS\nTake 101 or 118 to Topanga and head to the north end. Make a left on Poema and park at curb. We meet at the Bella Vista entrance \nAdvice – avoid the Twin Lakes neighborhood roads. Use major arteries to get to Topanga and Poema \nCheck out the map and familiarize yourself with the destination and neighborhood. Carpooling is recommended (see Warner Center Park and Ride). URL:https://www.hikingwithdean.com/event/10th-annual-chatsworth-halloween-hike-night-version/ LOCATION:Twin Lakes\, 11199 Canoga Ave\, Chatsworth\, CA\, 91311 CATEGORIES:Hiking With Dean ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://hwdmedia.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/28194447/20171102-06.11-465844471-scaled.jpg GEO:34.2746876;-118.5961372 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Twin Lakes 11199 Canoga Ave Chatsworth CA 91311;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=11199 Canoga Ave:geo:-118.5961372,34.2746876 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR