WILL CREEK ROAD South of Big Sur (100% dirt roads)
2025-07-22 10:00 - 14:30 (America/Denver) | Will Creek Road, Will Creek Road, Plaskett, CA, 93920, US
ROUTE This will be our planned route.
The California Central Coast region is world renowned as one of the most scenic parts of the entire west coast. Imagine an even better view than the coast highway has to offer. A road where there is no tour buses in front of you & no sports car riding your rear end on the tight curves. Well, we’ll be riding some of these back roads as we visit Cambria and the Willow Creek area.
This is the second of a two day event. This one will be in the Willow Creek area 36 miles north of Cambria. We’ll be on a steep but well groomed dirt road for this ride.
The scenery along this ride will be worth our struggles along the way. Just make sure you have experience with long steep grades. I’ve added a photo above, showing the steepness and condition of the dirt road that we will be riding on. I’ll be taking alot of brakes on the way up to make it tolerable and to enjoy the views this ride offers.
Make sure you have green slime or FlatOut in your inner tubes to avoid flats.
MEETUP LOCATION AND TIME: In a parking lot on Pch at the intersection of PCH and Will Creek Roads at 10:00am.
PARKING: Park on PCH across from Will Creek Road
RESTROOMS: 7/10 of a mile north of our meetup location at the Willow Creek Beach Day Use . Make sure you use restrooms there before showing up to our meetup location.
DISTANCE: 19 miles
ELEVATION GAIN: 4000′
DURATION: 4+ hours
BIKE TRAIL DESCRIPTION: Well groomed dirt roads
THE PACE: 6 MPH on up.
LEVEL: Intermediate
DEBRIEFING: After the ride we’ll have a late lunch in Cambria.
MY CELL # IS 805-358-5972

Long Canyon - Lower Loop - Easy Intermediate with Fit Beginner option
2025-07-22 18:00 - 21:30 (America/Denver) | 572 Bannister Way, 572 Bannister Way, Simi Valley, CA, 93065, US
3 miles, 800′ gain, Easy Intermediate.
Easy option, 1.4 miles, 450′ gain, Fit Beginner
The address given is not the address of the hike. It is nearby and may cause you to drive past the trailhead if navigating by GPS.
Route
From the trailhead parking lot, up for 0.7 mile on Long Canyon Trail to a bench. For those doing the easy option, wait here about 40 minutes. They can spend that time going out and back in the area, if they like.
For the regular route, we continue with a 2 mile loop, 400′ of gain:
We turn right, go up 300 feet, then down Sunrise Trail 4/5 of a mile.
Left at the junction for 300 feet.
Left at the split for 200 feet up a relatively steep incline.
Left on Autumn Ridge, which is a fire road.
Continue on this extended incline for about almost a mile, arriving at the five-points intersection.
Take an “easy” left, not a hard left, for about 500′ back to the bench where those that did the easy route will be waiting.
We’ll have a snack share social event for 30-60 minutes before turning right and heading back down to the trail head parking lot.
Interesting Notes
Turkey Mullein
Smashed leaves can be thrown into the water to stupify fish, causing them to float to the surface, a practice illegal in most states. The seeds are not toxic to birds and are enjoyed especially by doves and wild turkeys.
Ancient Greeks rolled and dried the leaves, then used them as wicks for oil lamps. It stalks were used as torches burned at funerals. Many tribes employed the use of mullein leaf tea for coughs, colds, and rheumatism. They considered it to be analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and expectorant. The astringent and demulcent properties of the leaf tea were found useful in cases of diarrhea.
Wild Oats
The mature seed of the plant is used as a cereal grain. All oats have edible seeds, although they are small and hard to harvest in most species. Oats are hard to tell apart from weedy relatives, so the term “sowing wild oats” came to be used to describe unprofitable activities and destructive sexual liaisons of an unmarried young male that could result in children being born out of wedlock.
Hike
Distance: 3 miles, easy option 1.4 miles.
Gain: 800, easy option 450.
Distribution: Most of the incline is in the first 15 minutes of the hike, followed by an extended incline at the halfway point.
Difficulty: Easy Intermediate.
Shape: Lollipop, counter-clockwise.
Pace: 2.0 mph.
Trail Type: Fire road, single and double track. Areas of sand, gravel, and rock, some of it rugged.
Trail Variations: The beginning is a tough climb.
There is an extended incline of about 2000 steps half way through the hike.
Duration: 3.5 hours
Dogs: Yes.
Restrooms: No
Drinking Fountains: No.
Parking: Free in the paved parking area in front of the trail head.
What to bring:
1 liter of water for every 3 miles.
Snacks and/or beverages to share
Hiking shoes preferred, but athletic shoes will be OK.
Flashlight or headlamp for hikes that end after sunset.
Sunscreen and/or hat if needed.
Hosting
Route: The host knows the route.
Navigation: Host memory, enhanced by GPS navigation as needed.
Hike type: Social.
Those that wish to return immediately instead of hanging around during the snack and beverage share, can head directly back down to the parking lot.
Stops:
The host may designate stopping points to let others catch up. This hike will include an extended stop for a snack and beverage share at the 3/4 point.
We will stop at junctions to make sure everybody makes any turns or chooses the correct direction at splits, else something will be used to mark the direction, usually a large arrow made of baking soda or some sticks. There may not always be a sweeper designated to be the last hiker.
Directions
Where Long Canyon Rd. and S. Wood Ranch Pkwy. intersect in Simi Valley. There is a free paved parking lot at the trailhead on the southwest corner.
From CA-23 and I-101
North CA-23, exit Olsen Rd.
Right (east) on Olsen Rd., which becomes Madera Rd., for 2 miles.
Right (south) on N. Wood Ranch Pkwy., which becomes S. Wood Ranch Pkwy., for 2 miles.
Right at dead end (intersection with Long Canyon Rd.) and immediate left into parking lot.
Trailhead at the opposite corner.
From CA-118 and CA-27
West CA-118, exit 23 onto 1st St.
Left (south) on 1st St., which becomes Long Canyon Rd., for 5 miles.
Cross at dead end (intersection with S. Wood Ranch Pkwy.) and immediate left into parking lot.
Trailhead at the opposite corner.
Coordinates of trailhead: 34.228330, -118.803130
A nearby address that should get you to pass by the trailhead: 572 Bannister Way, Simi Valley, CA 93065
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Potrero Rd. & Wendy Dr. Roller Coaster Ride to Angel Vista - Intermediate
2025-07-23 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Denver) | Rancho Sierra Vista/Satwiwa Wendy Trailhead, Portrero Road & South Wendy Drive, Newbury Park, ca, 91361, US
Please note this hike will start at the trailhead we use for the Boney Hike (junction of South Wendy Drive and Portrero Road). We will take the single track trail about one-half mile to where the Angel Vista TH begins to add about an extra mile to the hike. Hoping to get back before it gets dark, but please bring a flashlight or headlamp just in case.
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Our usual conditions and restrictions apply for your safety and ours:

Don’t show up unless you’re shown on the “Attending” list
Unregistered or waitlisted will be turned away
No “Plus Ones” on this hike
Plan to keep up with the group
No dogs on this or any other Weekday Trailblazers hike
All participants must be 18 or older, or accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

We’ll take a little roller coaster hiking trip to enjoy the Island views from the Angel Vista picnic area. Reminder: This hike starts at the Boney trailhead going toward Hidden Valley.
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A nice moderately strenuous about 6 miles OAB with an elevation gain/loss of 1300 ft. and open space views of the Conejo Valley, Hidden Valley, and the Pacific Ocean/ Channel Islands. We will stop at the Angel Vista rest stop/ picnic area to enjoy the views, take in a snack before heading back to the parking area. Hope you can join me!
Essentials:
Please wear – brush-resistant pants/shorts , one or more wicking shirts appropriate to the temperature, comfortable hiking shoes or light boots, your favorite undergarments and accessories, and a light backpack.
Please bring – at least two liters of water, snacks, an extra layer of clothing, a charged cell phone, identification, a headlamp, a small first-aid kit, bug repellant and sunscreen, a waterproof shell if rain is forecast, and any medications or anything else you might need on the trail.
Parking:
Free off-street parking is available at the junction of South Wendy and Potrero Road.
Please do not leave anything of value in your car, at this or any other trailhead.
DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY
IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY:
The hike host is a volunteer and not responsible for the group. Safety should be a priority for everyone in the group. Please treat this meet-up as hiking with a group of friends. If you become fatigued and unable to continue the hike, it is expected you will advise the hike host of this and return to our starting point on your own. If you are able to proceed, it is expected that you will maintain line of sight with other members of the group at all times and help to promote the group’s safety and fitness goals.
Outdoor sports and other events we plan can be inherently dangerous and accidents may happen. By participating in any posted event, you are taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Weekday Trailblazers Meetup Group and its organizers are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions.
If you choose to sign up for this or any Weekday Trailblazers Meetup event, you are releasing the Weekday Trailblazers Meetup Group and its organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience.
Hope you can join me.
Linda
Cell: 818-523-8719

Be Your Own First Responder
2025-07-23 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Denver) | Sports Basement, Kalama River Avenue 10800, Fountain Valley, CA, 92708, United States
It’s great to be active and outside. But do you have a good plan when things don’t go right?
Join us for a discussion at Sports Basement and learn how to deal with:
* Physical injuries such as blisters, twisted ankles, cuts, scrapes, and thorns
* Plants: Poison oak, poison ivy, thorny pokers, and more
* Little Critters: ticks, mosquitos, bees, wasps, rats, bats, spiders, and ants.
* Bigger critters: snakes, bobcats, bears, coyotes, and deer
*Food illness: upset stomach
*Environmental hazards: Heat, altitude, cold, wind
Identify your needs and put together an effective First Aid Kit.
Getting help: SOS device, Satellite phone comm, runners, scene assessment.
Red Cross App.
Training Opportunities for practical solutions.

Hill Canyon up to Lizards Rock
2025-07-24 08:30 - 10:30 (America/Denver) | Hill Canyon Trailhead, Hill Canyon Rd, Camarillo, CA, 93012, US
This is a second hike for Thursday starting at 8:30. We will start at Santa Rosa parking lot, cross the bridge over the water and hike down to the new bridge. We will cross the new bridge and hike up to Lizards Rock. Maybe we will run into the other hikers who are going to Lizards Rock a different route. At Lizards Rock we will turn around and go back the same way to the cars.
This hike is about 5 miles with a 900-1000’ elevation gain/loss. Bring lots of water, the hike is rather exposed.
Directions:
From Moorpark Road in the Santa Rosa Valley, drive west on Santa Rosa Road for 3.7 miles, turn left (south) on Hill Canyon Road for about 0.6 miles to the parking lot.
From the 101 Freeway in Camarillo, take exit 52 onto Santa Rosa Road and drive northeast. After 5 miles, turn right onto Hill Canyon Road for about 0.6 miles to the parking lot.
Please review the guidelines (link to the guidelines) to join our hikes.
Restrictions apply for your safety and ours:

Don’t show up unless you’re shown on the “Attending” list.
Plan on KEEPING UP with the group and completing the entire hike at a moderate pace**,** or please find an alternative hike that better suits your hiking level.
No “Plus Ones” or dogs on Weekday Trailblazer hikes.

DISCLAIMER/RELEASE OF LIABILITY – PLEASE READ IN ITS ENTIRETY
The hike host is a volunteer and not responsible for the group. Safety should be a priority for everyone in the group. Please treat this meet-up as hiking with a group of friends. If you become fatigued and unable to continue the hike, it is expected you will advise the hike host of this and return to our starting point on your own. If you are able to proceed, it is expected that you will maintain line of sight with other members of the group at all times and help to promote the group’s safety and fitness goals.
Outdoor sports and other events we plan can be inherently dangerous and accidents may happen. By participating in any posted event, you are taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Weekday Trailblazers Meetup Group and its organizers are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions.
If you choose to sign up for this or any Weekday Trailblazers Meetup event, you are releasing the Weekday Trailblazers Meetup Group and its organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience.
All participants must be 18 or older, or accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Wildwood Central Park
2025-07-24 08:30 - 11:00 (America/Denver) | Wildwood Regional Park, 928 W Avenida De Los Arboles, Thousand Oaks, CA, 91360, US
Wildwood Park is one of our most versatile local parks, with 27 miles of trails traversing rocky volcanic cliffs, cacti-filled desert environs, riparian forest, and a cool, watery canyon. Wildwood’s western look served as backdrop for TV classics such as The Rifleman, Gunsmoke, and Wagon Train.
We will meet at Wildwood’s main parking lot. This looping hike will start at the Moonridge Trail, cross onto the Stagecoach Bluff Trail towards Lizard Rock, then down the Lizard Rock Trail to the water treatment plant where we pick up the Wildwood Canyon Trail, crossing streams and tree canopies on the way to Paradise Falls. Upstream of the falls, Indian Creek (Two Springs) Trail takes us back up to the main parking lot and completes our “Central Park” loop. This hike is approximately 5 miles with about a 800’ elevation gain/loss.
Directions:
From the 101 in Thousand Oaks, turn north on Lynn Road and continue 2.6 miles to Avenida De Los Arboles, then turn left. Continue for about a mile to the end and turn into the Wildwood parking lot on the left.
From the 118, travel west to the 23, exit at Avenida De Los Arboles and turn right. Drive further than you remember having to drive to this trailhead (10 or 15 minutes). Turn left into the parking lot when the road ends.
Please review the guidelines (link to the guidelines) to join our hikes.
Restrictions apply for your safety and ours:

Don’t show up unless you’re shown on the “Attending” list.
Plan on KEEPING UP with the group and completing the entire hike at a moderate pace**,** or please find an alternative hike that better suits your hiking level.
No “Plus Ones” or dogs on Weekday Trailblazer hikes.

DISCLAIMER/RELEASE OF LIABILITY – PLEASE READ IN ITS ENTIRETY
The hike host is a volunteer and not responsible for the group. Safety should be a priority for everyone in the group. Please treat this meet-up as hiking with a group of friends. If you become fatigued and unable to continue the hike, it is expected you will advise the hike host of this and return to our starting point on your own. If you are able to proceed, it is expected that you will maintain line of sight with other members of the group at all times and help to promote the group’s safety and fitness goals.
Outdoor sports and other events we plan can be inherently dangerous and accidents may happen. By participating in any posted event, you are taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Weekday Trailblazers Meetup Group and its organizers are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions.
If you choose to sign up for this or any Weekday Trailblazers Meetup event, you are releasing the Weekday Trailblazers Meetup Group and its organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience.
All participants must be 18 or older, or accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Hill Canyon - Hawk Lollipop - Easy Intermediate, beginner option
2025-07-24 18:00 - 21:30 (America/Denver) | Hill Canyon Trailhead, 10241 Hill Canyon Road, Camarillo, CA, US
5.3 miles, 600′ gain, Easy-Intermediate
2.5 miles, 100′ gain, Beginner
We start by crossing a bridge into a wooded area and continue down a relatively flat path alongside a stream. After about a mile, we’ll come to a junction.
For those that want the full hike, we’ll turn right and complete a 3 mile loop with 500′ of gain, stopping just before the end of the loop for a social event at the picnic table on the left, where we’ll share snacks and beverages for about 60 minutes.
Easier Option.
For those that want to keep it beginner, don’t turn right at the junction and continue for 1/4 mile and no gain. That same picnic table will be on the right.
Return.
Continue the loop for 1/4 mile, then a relatively flat walk back for about a mile. For those that took the easy option, that same return is the way we came.
Hike Distance: 5.3 miles, Beginner option is 2.5 miles.
Gain: 600′, Beginner option is 100′.
Distribution: Most of the incline is concentrated in the second quarter.
Difficulty: Easy Intermediate/Easier option is beginner.
Shape: Lollipop.
Pace: approx. 2.0 mph.
Trail Type: Fire road.
Trail Variations: The first mile is mostly flat.
All of the trail is well groomed and not rugged.
Duration: 3.5 hours
Dogs: Yes.
Restrooms: Yes, at trailhead
Drinking Fountains: No.
Parking: Free in lot next to trail head.
What to bring:
1 liter of water for every 3 miles.
Hiking shoes/boots. Not required, but recommended.
Flashlight or headlamp.
Sunscreen and/or hat as needed.
Snacks and/or beverages to share
Hosting
Route: The host knows the route. Click the link to see it.
Navigation: Host memory, enhanced by GPS navigation as needed.
Hike type: Social.
We won’t be hiking at a fast pace because this is a social hike, not a conditioning hike. There is nothing wrong with stopping, even if it means every 50 steps.
Interesting Notes
Here are a couple plants you are sure to see on this hike:
Wild Oats
The mature seed of the plant is used as a cereal grain. All oats have edible seeds, although they are small and hard to harvest in most species. Oats are hard to tell apart from weedy relatives, so the term “sowing wild oats” came to be used to describe unprofitable activities and destructive sexual liaisons of an unmarried young male that could result in children being born out of wedlock.
Red Brome
Grass like with thorny appearing tops. A sub-species of foxtail chess. Can lead to flash fires. Winter fires don’t kill the seeds.
Directions:
Hill Canyon Trailhead
10241 Hill Canyon Road (address is before trailhead, continue to gravel lot on left)
Santa Rosa Valley, CA 93012
Coordinates of trailhead: 34.226495, -118.930374
From CA-118:
CA-118 west to CA-23 south.
Exit 19 Tierra Rejada Rd., turn right (west) for 0.5 miles
Left (south) on Moorpark Rd. for 1.4 miles.
Right on Santa Rosa Rd. for 3.7 miles.
Left on Hill Canyon Rd. for 0.6 miles.
Parking in gravel lot on left.
From CA-101 (from Camarillo and farther west):
Exit Santa Rosa Rd. north for 4.9 miles.
Turn right (south) on Hill Canyon Rd. for 0.6 miles.
Parking in gravel lot on left.
From CA-23 and CA-101 (from Thousand Oaks):
North on CA-12 for 3.1 miles.
Exit 16 Sunset Hills Blvd. and left (west) for 0.9 miles.
Left (west) on E. Olsen Rd. for 0.8 miles.
Right (north) on N. Moorpark Rd. for 1.9 miles.
Continue on Santa Rosa Rd. west for 3.7 miles.
Turn left (south) on Hill Canyon Rd. for 0.6 miles.
Parking in gravel lot on left.
Parking can be very tight because it is also popular with bicyclists. Car pooling suggested, because it would be sad for someone to not be able to hike because there isn’t any place to park.
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STREET RIDE - CAMARILLO/MOORPARK LOOP
2025-07-25 08:00 - 13:00 (America/Denver) | Mission Oaks Park, 5951 Mission Oaks Boulevard, Camarillo, CA, Camarillo, CA, 93012, US
ROUTE This will be the planned route.
This ride will be on paved roads through citrus groves and hills as we take on a big loop in the Camarillo/Moorpark area. Near the end of the ride, if possible, we’ll be stopping for lunch at the Somis Cafe and Market. They are well known for their breakfast burritos. We passed by this place on a previous ride in that area and I said that I would set up another ride that has us stopping there for lunch.
Make sure you bring along a spare inner tube or slime.
MEETUP LOCATION AND TIME: The Mission Oaks Community Park in Camarillo at 8:00am.
RESTROOMS: At the beginning, end and during the ride.
DISTANCE: 32 miles round trip
ELEVATION GAIN: 2800′
DURATION: 4+ hours
BIKE TRAIL DESCRIPTION: Paved roads
THE PACE: 8 MPH on up.
LEVEL: Intermediate
LUNCH: Near the end of the ride, we will be stopping at the Somis Cafe and Market for lunch if our group is small snough, since there isn’t much seating there.
MY CELL # IS: 805-358-5972

Hike at Caspers Wilderness Park - Bell Canyon + Oso Trail
2025-07-26 08:00 - 10:45 (America/Denver) | Caspers Wilderness Park, 33401 Ortega Hwy, San Juan Capistrano, CA, US
The hike I am planning is around 6.3 miles with about 700 ft. of elevation gain. It starts at the very end of the paved road, the long gray strip that can be seen on the map.
We will begin at the Bell Canyon Trail head. We will continue onto that and then take it to the Cougar Pass trail. We will go up that and make a left on Oso Trail. Once that ends, we will come back down Bell Canyon Trail until we hit Star Ridge Trail. We will take this to West Ridge Trail and go left. This will take us to a single track trail, Dick Loskorn Trail. This hits Nature Loops Trail and this will take us back to the beginning.
This is a beautiful hike with expansive views. It is a nice and remote hike, so you are really out there in the wilderness.
If you have any questions regarding the park or the trails we will be on, please let me know!
Here is a link to the park map: http://ocparks.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?BlobID=8164
The address is: 33401 Ortega Hwy. San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Dogs are not allowed at this park.
Parking is $5, unless you have an OC Parks Annual Permit. If you hike a lot, it’s totally worth it: http://ocparks.com/about/fees/pass You can buy the pass at the park.

Mt. Pinos to Sawmill Mt. and maybe Grouse.
2025-07-26 08:00 - 13:00 (America/Denver) | Dead Horse Parking Lot, 21935 Entrada Road, Topanga, CA, 90290, US
DESCRIPTION: We will take you away from the summer heat of SCV, dropping ~20 degrees to enjoy alpine views while listening to the wind gently caress huge pines.
Starting at the Nordic Hut lot / trailhead (8340′), first we summit Mt. Pinos (8847′) and then after descending some switchbacks, we ascend again to summit Sawmill Mountain (8806′). We’ll decide as a group when we arrive at Sawmill whether to go on to Grouse Mountain (8673’) or enjoy a snack there before returning the same way.
The views from Mount Pinos / Sawmill Peak are beautiful, including the patchwork quilt of agriculture in the San Joaquin Valley to the north, the Tehachapi’s to the east, and the Carrizo Plain and Temblor Mountains to the northwest.
DETAILS:

Hike leader volunteer(s): Tim R.
Meet: Mt. Pinos Nordic Base at 7:45 am, departure at 8:00 am sharp (Revised to July 26).
Distance: Approximately 7 – 10 miles.
Elevation gain: Approximately 1,414 – 2,060 feet.
Time: Approximately 3.5 – 5 hours hiking including a snack break.
Conditioning: You need to be in generally good physical condition.
Dogs: Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash.
Restrooms: None.
Adventure Pass: Not Required.

IMPORTANT NOTES: We’ll hike at a brisk pace and ask everyone to stay with the group for a friendly and safe outing. Hiking may be hazardous due to uneven footing, stream crossings, exposures, snakes, bugs, poison oak, etc. Please be aware of your abilities and their limits. You are responsible for your own safety and well-being. This event may be cancelled due to any inclement weather or other conditions. You can check the weather and other conditions on the AllTrails GPS Trail Map link below.
ESSENTIAL GEAR:
Hiking boots and poles. Clothing layers recommended. Snacks and 2+ liters of water and electrolytes or salt tablets. Hat and sunscreen.
The Ten Essentials of Hiking (link)
THIS HIKE RANKING: Level 4, Intermediate (see chart below).
Please only sign up to attend hikes that are consistent with your ability. Based on your hiking during the last 90 days, how would you score on the CHC Hike rating scale of one to five assuming a brisk pace?
CHC HIKE RANKING SCALE:
1. Beginner: 1-3 miles, less than 500 feet elevation gain.
2. Beginner/Intermediate: 1-7 miles, less than 700 feet elevation gain.
3. Intermediate: 5-10 miles, 1000-2000 feet elevation gain.
4. Intermediate/Advanced: 7-12 miles, up to 3000 feet elevation gain.
5. Advanced: 10-17 miles, 3000 feet or more elevation gain.
TRAILHEAD LOCATION:
Mt. Pinos Nordic Base (Chula Vista Trailhead)
Cuddy Valley Rd · Frazier Park, CA
Driving Directions (link)
NAVIGATION:
We highly recommend the AllTrails app be installed on your cell phones and/or you print a copy of the trail map so you can personally navigate the trail if you need to.
GPS TrailMap (link)
The Community Hiking Club is a Non-Profit 501C3 organization. We rely on donations to continue sponsoring hikes like this. Please contribute by donating via: Cash contribution (at each hike), or via Zelle at 6617135610; or via Venmo at: @Heidi-Webber-5
DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY – IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY:
When you sign up for this event, you are releasing Community Hiking Club from any liability or responsibility with your participation in this group activity. While safety is a priority for everyone in the group, hiking can be inherently risky. By participating in any posted event, you are assuming responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Community Hiking Club (CHC) Meetup Group and its organizers and hike leaders are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in our events. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions. If you choose to sign up for any Community Hiking Club Meetup events, you are releasing the Community Hiking Club Meetup Group and Hike Leaders from all liability in case of possible injuries or death as stated in paragraph 6.2 of the Meetup “Terms of Service” located on the bottom of the Meetup website. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience. If you sign up for this hike, you are verifying that this hike is within your abilities.

Rebel Heart, modern country - Potluck Picnic & Concert
2025-07-26 17:30 - 21:00 (America/Denver) | Berniece Bennett Park, 31800 Village Center Rd, Westlake Village, CA, 91361, US
Rebel Heart, modern country hits *Line dancing with Candy Sherwin before the show @ 6:30pm!
We’ll enjoy potluck picnic at 5:30pm.
The concert begins at 7:00 p.m. Food Trucks open or service beginning at 6:00 p.m.
Please bring food, drinks to share.
If your item requires utensils/plates/toothpicks, etc., please bring them. You may wish to bring your own cup, plate, and utensils in case there aren’t any.
Field seating on grass – bring lawn chairs & blankets.
No glass bottles, please pour your drink in a different container.
Friendly dogs on leashes permitted on grounds only.
For more details, please visit the link below:
https://wlv.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=18545&month=8&year=2025&day=29&calType=0
Look for the location of members posted in the comments close to event time.
It will be easier to find us if you come earlier before the venue gets crowded.
Berniece Bennett Park
31800 Village Center Road
Westlake Village, CA 91361
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Wendy Trailhead to Olympia Vista - Potluck Hike
2025-07-27 16:00 - 19:30 (America/Denver) | 4128 Potrero Rd, Hidden Valley, CA, 91361, United States
5.0 miles, 640′ gain, Easy Intermediate
Starting at the Wendy trailhead we hike about 1/4 mile and take the left fork up the Windmill Trail, a steep, but short climb (0.1 miles, 100 ft gain). At the top of this steep climb we’ll take the right fork down the Wendy-Satwiwa Connector into the grasslands for about another 1/4 mile where we will take the right fork onto the Satwiwa Loop Trail. We’ll hike for about 1/3 mile down to the Satwiwa Native American Indian Cultural Center.
Next we’ll cross over the paved road and continue along the Rancho Overlook Trail for about 0.8 miles. At this point we’ll take the fork to the left going up a short incline (3/4 mile, 200 ft elevation gain). Then we’ll take a right turn down to the picnic area. We should be able see the tables under the tree from here.
On the return trip we’ll go straight on the Palomino/ Rancho Overlook Trail for about 2 miles back to the Satwiwa Native American Indian Cultural Center. Just past the center, we’ll take the first left turn (0.1 miles) up the hill along the Wendy Trail back to the cars (0.7 miles).
This is a potluck hike. Please bring food, drinks to share.
If your item requires utensils/plates/toothpicks, etc., please bring them.
You may wish to bring your own cup, plate, and utensils in case there aren’t any.
Snacks and/or beverages to share
At the turning point, there is a picnic table in Olympia Farms. We’ll enjoy the great views and enjoy a potluck social event at the top for 60-90 minutes before heading back the way we came. Please bring some food and drink to share, and utensils of your item requires it.
Hike Distance: 5.0 miles
Gain: 640′
Difficulty: Easy Intermediate.
Shape: Basically Out and back.
Pace: approx. 2.0 mph.
Duration: 3.5 hours
Dogs: Dogs must be kept on leash and away from picnic table.
Restrooms: No
Drinking Fountains: No.
Parking: Free along the street.
What to bring
1 liter of water for every 3 miles.
Hiking shoes/boots. Not required, but recommended.
Flashlight or headlamp.
Sunscreen and/or hat as needed.
Your own cup, plate, and utensils in case there aren’t any for picnic.
Directions:
Wendy Trail Head
4128 Potrero Rd
Thousand Oaks, CA 91361
Where S. Wendy Dr. ends at Potrero Rd. 4128 Potrero Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91361
From CA-118:
CA-118 west for 8 miles.
CA-23 south for 7.4 miles.
US-101 North for 2 miles.
Exit 45 Lynn Rd. and south/west for 2.5 miles.
Left on S. Wendy Dr. for 0.6 miles until it dead ends at Potrero Rd.
Park on Potrero.
From US-101 north/west of Wendy:
US-101 south, exit Wendy Dr.
South on Wendy Dr. for 3 miles until it dead ends at Potrero Rd.
Park on Potrero.

SANTA BARBARA (Hope Ranch, More Mesa, Elings Park & The Douglas Family Preserve)
2025-07-28 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Denver) | Mission Oaks Park, 5951 Mission Oaks Boulevard, Camarillo, CA, Camarillo, CA, 93012, US
ROUTE: This will be our route.
Once again we will be heading into the Hope Ranch area of Santa Barbara. Starting out at The Arroyo Burro Beach County Park, we’ll make our way over to Hope Ranch and follow a planned route through the beautiful landscaped neighborhoods. From there, its on to the More Mesa where we’ll be riding on some easy dirt trails. We’ll then head over to Elings Park followed by more dirt as we ride through The Douglas Preserve.
After the ride, we’ll have a picnic lunch in The Arroyo Burro Beach County Park.
Make sure you have green slime or FlatOut in your inner tubes to avoid flats.
MEETUP LOCATION AND TIME: Meet at 9:00am at The Arroyo Burro Beach County Park
PARKING: There is no fee to park in the Arroyo Burro Beach parking lot, but please park where the pin on the map shows our meetup location.
RESTROOMS: At the beginning/end
DISTANCE: 26 miles
ELEVATION GAIN: 2200′
DURATION: 3+ hours
BIKE TRAIL DESCRIPTION: Mostly paved roads, however, there will be some easy dirt riding in the More Mesa and The Douglas Preserve.
THE PACE: 6 MPH on up.
LEVEL: Intermediate
DEBRIEFING: After the ride we’ll have our picnic lunch in the Arroyo Burro Beach County Park.
MY CELL # IS 805-358-5972

Gold Canyon Trail to Wildwood Park
2025-07-29 08:00 - 10:15 (America/Denver) | 646 San Andres Cir, 646 San Andres Cir, Thousand Oaks, CA, 91360, US
This hike starts at 8:00 am from Gold Canyon Trail to Wildwood Canyon Trail. Wildwood Park in Thousand Oaks is one of the most versatile local parks there is, with 27 miles of trails skittering through rocky cliffs, cacti-filled desert environs, volcanic rock, riparian forest, and a cool, watery canyon. We will pass through various trails with a long creek, crossing streams and bridges, Indian caves, volcanic rock cliffs, 40’ Paradise waterfalls, cacti-filled desert environs, riparian forest, and wildflowers. Highlights of the hike include incorporating 40’ Paradise waterfalls along tree canopy canyon over approximately 5 miles with about 800’ of elevation gain/loss.
Directions:
From the 101 in Thousand Oaks, turn north on Lynn Road and continue to Avenida De Los Arboles, then turn left. Continue for about a half mile to Velarde Dr.( next to Wildwood Elementary School) and turn left and then turn left again at San Velarde Circle.
From the 118, travel west to the 23, exit at Avenida De Los Arboles and turn right. Continue for about a half mile to Velarde Dr.( next to Wildwood Elementary School) and turn left and then turn left again at San Velarde Circle.
PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY:
Please review our guidelines to join this hikes. ~ Restrictions apply for your safety and ours
• Don’t show up unless you’re shown on the “Attending” list.
• Plan on KEEPING UP with the group and completing the entire hike at a moderate pace.(2.5 MPH)
DISCLAIMER/RELEASE OF LIABILITY
The hike host is a volunteer and not responsible for the group. Safety should be a priority for everyone in the group. Please treat this meet-up as hiking with a group of friends. If you become fatigued and unable to continue the hike, it is expected you will advise the hike host of this and return to our starting point on your own. If you are able to proceed, it is expected that you will maintain line of sight with other members of the group at all times and help to promote the group’s safety and fitness goals.
Outdoor sports and other events we plan can be inherently dangerous and accidents may happen. By participating in any posted event, you are taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Weekday Trailblazers Meetup Group and its organizers are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions.
If you choose to sign up for this or any Weekday Trailblazers Meetup event, you are releasing the Weekday Trailblazers Meetup Group and its organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience.
All participants must be 18 or older, or accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. No “Plus Ones” or dogs on Weekday Trailblazer hikes.

Ride the Two Winds from Mountain Creek Dr – Intermediate hike 8 AM START
2025-07-29 08:00 - 11:00 (America/Denver) | Mountain Creek Drive, Mountain Creek Dr, Thousand Oaks, CA, 91320, US
UPDATE: Please review our guidelines to participate in our hikes. Here are some highlights and a link to the guidelines:
https://www.meetup.com/The-Weekday-Trailblazers/about/
Restrictions apply for your safety and ours:

Don’t show up unless you’re on the “Attending” list
No “Plus Ones” on this hike
Plan on completing the entire hike at a reasonable pace or please find an alternative hike that better suits your hiking level.

For this adventure, we’ll start at the Potrero Ridge trailhead off Mountain Creek Drive in Newbury Park, climb to the top of the ridge and follow it west to the heart of the Dos Vientos trail system. From there we’ll cross the street to follow the Sierra Vista trail. We’ll cross another street and continue along the Vista del Mar trail to the bench to enjoy the ocean view. We’ll head back on the Las Brisas and other trails returning to the cars via Potrero Ridge.
The distance is about 7 1/2 miles with elevation gain about 1300 feet.
There is no cover on this hike as it climbs up and down the ridges of Dos Vientos, so be sure to bring plenty of water and protection from the sun.
Driving Directions:
Driving Directions: From the 101 freeway, turn south onto Wendy Drive, towards the ocean. Continue for about 0.7 miles and turn right at Borchard Rd and head west 0.5 miles. Turn left on S. Reino Rd taking this south for about a mile. You will pass an Albertson’s supermarket, then turn right onto Maurice Drive and right on Mountain Creek Drive. There is plenty of street parking in this residential neighborhood near the trailhead.
DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY
IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY:
The hike host is a volunteer and not responsible for the group. Safety should be a priority for everyone in the group. Please treat this meet-up as hiking with a group of friends. If you become fatigued and unable to continue the hike, it is expected you will advise the hike host of this and return to our starting point on your own. If you are able to proceed, it is expected that you will maintain line of sight with other members of the group at all times and help to promote the group’s safety and fitness goals.
Outdoor sports and other events we plan can be inherently dangerous and accidents may happen. By participating in any posted event, you are taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Weekday Trailblazers Meetup Group and its organizers are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions.
If you choose to sign up for this or any Weekday Trailblazers Meetup event, you are releasing the Weekday Trailblazers Meetup Group and its organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience.
No “Plus Ones” on this hike; please have your friends join The Weekday Trailblazers, and register for the event.
All participants must be 18 or older, or accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Rocky Peak Modified - Intermediate or Fit Beginner
2025-07-29 18:00 - 21:30 (America/Denver) | Rocky Peak Trail, 7900 Santa Susana Pass Rd, Simi Valley, CA, 91311, US
4 miles, 950′ gain, Intermediate
2 miles, 550′, Fit Beginner
This will be our 1000th meetup event since the group started. We have such a great bunch of people that attend these hikes!
This is a modified version of the famous Rocky Peak hike. It gives those that want something easier, a chance to climb one of the most well known trails in Simi Valley.
It contains beautiful sandstone formations throughout the hike and there are fantastic views of the valleys. There is really no way to get lost because there are no junctions. If one chooses, they can turn around and return to the beginning at any point during this climb.
The beginning contains continuous and somewhat steep incline of about 1000 steps. It’s a fire road, so it’s not steeper than a truck can climb. Still, beginners will find this short climb to be exhausting. There is nothing wrong with taking short breaks and doing it slowly, as there will be plenty of time.
After 1 mile, we’ll arrive at the Hummingbird trail and bench. This is where we’ll have a social event. Those that have had enough, should wait for 30-45 min. unltil the others that went further, return, and can explore the various rock formations there: at least two caves along the edge of the trail within a few hundred feet.
Additional Segment
Those that want something extra will continue for 1 more mile, and just after the final and steep ascent to the top, there will be a junction off to the right. They’ll turn around and return to the bench. Those proceeding with this segment can do all or part of it.
At the bench, we’ll share snacks and beverages, enjoy the views, and engage in social interaction for about a hour before returning the way we came.
It can get windy and cool in the evening, so I would recommend bringing something light to put on.
Interesting Notes:
Here are a couple plants you are sure to see on this hike:
California Sagebrush
Aromatic when crushed. AKA, common sage, coastal sage. Sunflower family. Cowboys used to ride through it and brush up against the pine-shaped leaves, coming home with the smell on their clothes and giving rise to the nickname “Cowboy Cologne.” Not a true sage. Can be used as a cooking spice and can be made into a tea. Tear off some needles by running your hand up the stalk and smell the aroma.
Purple Sage
Grey-green leaves. Aromatic when crushed. Purple flowers. Aka, Tobacco Sage, with mild hallucinogenic properties when smoked. Can be used as a spice or made into a tea. Tea has medicinal affects: Antiviral, gargle for sore throats, reduce hay fever symptoms and other drying actions. In the last summer, fall, and winter months, the flowers will have turned brown and the leaves we take on a greyer color.
Directions:
Rocky Peak Trail
Simi Valley, CA 93065
34.268396, -118.636139
From the 118
Exit Rocky Peak Rd.
Trailhead on the north side.
Park either at the trailhead (limited parking), or south of the freeway along Santa Susanna Pass Rd.
From the 101 @ CA-23
North CA-23 for 8.4 miles.
East I-118 for 14 miles.
Exit 32 Rocky Peak Rd.
Trailhead on the north side (left).
Park either at the trailhead (limited parking), or south (right) of the freeway along Santa Susanna Pass Rd.
The Hike
Distance: 4 miles, easier option 2 miles.
Duration: 3.5 hours
Elevation Gain: 950′, easier option 550′.
Difficulty: Intermediate / Fit Beginner
Pace: 2.0 mph
Dogs: Yes.
Restrooms: No
Drinking Fountains: No
Parking: Free at the trailhead (limited parking, not recommended as you can get a ticket after sunset for parking there) or across the freeway 500′.
Trail: Fire road.
Purpose: Social
What to Bring:
1-2 liters of water.
Snack and Beverage Share
Hiking shoes preferred, but athletic shoes will be OK.
Flashlight or headlamp.
FAQ
Hiking Plus Page Links
Disclaimer / Release of Liability

STREET RIDE - OAK PARK, T.O. AND NORTH RANCH + OPTIONAL PICNIC
2025-07-30 08:00 - 12:30 (America/Denver) | Oak Canyon Community Park – HWD, 5600 Hollytree Drive, Oak Park, CA, 91377, US
ROUTE < This is the route we will be riding
This will be a loop ride that has us riding in 3 cities. After the ride, as an option, we can have a picnic next to the Oak Canyon Community Park’s waterfall.
Make sure you bring along a spare inner tube or slime.
MEETUP LOCATION AND TIME: Oak Canyon Community Park at 8:00 am in lower parking lot near the pond.
PARKING FEE: None
DISTANCE: 28 miles.
ELEVATION GAIN: 2600′
DEBRIEFING: After the bike ride, as an option, we can have a picnic at the waterfall.
THE PACE: No faster than the slowest biker in the group
DURATION: 4+ hours including lunch
LEVEL: Easy intermediate
TERRAIN: Paved bike paths and streets
RESTROOMS: At the beginning, end and during the bike ride.
MY CELL # IS: 805-358-5972

Santa Rosa Trail Loop through Box Canyon - Intermediate
2025-07-30 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Denver) | Wildwood Park, Thousand Oaks, 998 W Avenida de Los Arboles, Thousand Oaks, CA, 91360, US
Haven’t done this hike in a long time. Hoping the marshy area has dried up since we have had no rain in a while.
Please read these restrictions before signing up.

Don’t show up unless you’re shown on the “Attending” list
Unregistered or waitlisted will be turned away
No “Plus Ones” on this hike
No dogs allowed on the hike

Time to check out the Santa Rosa Trail to view some cool properties including the train collector yard accessible through Wildwood Park in Thousand Oaks. Wildwood is one of the most versatile local parks there is, with 27 miles of trails skittering through rocky cliffs, cacti-filled desert environs, volcanic rock, riparian forest, and a cool, watery canyon. Wildwood’s archetypal western look served as the set for The Rifleman, Gunsmoke, and Wagon Train back in the day, as well as the movie Spartacus. This hike takes us up the Santa Rosa Trail to Mount Clef Ridge, providing sweeping views of the park, the Santa Rosa Valley.
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Descending into the valley, we’ll pass the famed train yard, as well as other quirky estates.
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We will take the Box Canyon Trail and the Mesa Trail back and if there’s time hit Lizard rock before heading back to the parking lot. Our route will be approximately 6 1/2 miles and 1000 +’ of elevation gain. Much of the hike is exposed- dress appropriately, and make sure you have water or beverage of choice. Bring your cellphone, a headlamp or flash light, any medications you may need, and a rainjacket if the weather looks iffy.
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Directions:
From the 101 in Thousand Oaks, turn north on Lynn Road and continue 2.6 miles to Avenida De Los Arboles, then turn left. Continue for about a mile to the end and turn into the Wildwood parking lot on the left.
From the 118, travel west to the 23, exit at Avenida De Los Arboles and turn right. Drive further than you remember having to drive to this trailhead (10 or 15 minutes). Turn left into the parking lot when the road ends.
Watch for cross traffic coming from the right when you turn into the parking lot- they don’t have to stop. Parking is ample and free.
DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY
IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY:
The hike host is a volunteer and not responsible for the group. Safety should be a priority for everyone in the group. Please treat this meet-up as hiking with a group of friends. If you become fatigued and unable to continue the hike, it is expected you will advise the hike host of this and return to our starting point on your own. If you are able to proceed, it is expected that you will maintain line of sight with other members of the group at all times and help to promote the group’s safety and fitness goals.
Outdoor sports and other events we plan can be inherently dangerous and accidents may happen. By participating in any posted event, you are taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Weekday Trailblazers Meetup Group and its organizers are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions.
If you choose to sign up for this or any Weekday Trailblazers Meetup event, you are releasing the Weekday Trailblazers Meetup Group and its organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience.
All participants must be 18 or older, or accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
** Any last minute issues, my cell # is: 818-523-8719.
Hope you can join me.
Linda

Malibu Creek SP - Reagan Ranch to MASH (Overflow Hike 8:00 start)
2025-07-31 08:00 - 11:00 (America/Denver) | Reagan Ranch Trailhead – Malibu Creek State Park, Agoura, CA, 91301, United States
This is the same hike that Dave is leading but 30 minutes earlier. We will enter MCSP on the Yearling. We will divert onto the Deer Leg trail to Cage trail which descends to Crags Road. From Crags Road we cross Malibu Creek (bridge) to the Forest Trail. The Forest Trail parallels the south side of Century Lake through a beautiful shaded riparian habitat, past MCSP’s last remaining Coast Redwood (7 others burned in Woolsey Fire), to Century Dam. We then head back to Crags Road and the trail to MASH. But, before leaving MASH we will explore the Lost Cabin trail which climbs to a view of Kaslow Natural Preserve, behind Goat Buttes.
We will complete our western tour of MCSP by returning to the Yearling Trail via the Cage Trail. This hike clocks in at 6 1/2 miles, 750′ gain.
When I scouted this route on Saturday, all of the trails were reasonably cleared of brush but I would not recommend shorts due to some narrow areas of “single track” trail. Also, there are some rocky spots (trekking poles might be helpful if you normally use them).
Please review the guidelines (link to the guidelines) to join our hikes.
Restrictions apply for your safety and ours:

Don’t show up unless you’re shown on the “Attending” list.
PLEASE bring plenty of water.
Your safety is your own personal responsibility, but the hike leader reserves the right to ask you to leave if you come unprepared.
No “Plus Ones” or dogs on Weekday Trailblazer hikes.

DISCLAIMER/RELEASE OF LIABILITY – PLEASE READ IN ITS ENTIRETY
The hike host is a volunteer and not responsible for the group. Safety should be a priority for everyone in the group. Please treat this meet-up as hiking with a group of friends. If you become fatigued and unable to continue the hike, it is expected you will advise the hike host of this and return to our starting point on your own. If you are able to proceed, it is expected that you will maintain line of sight with other members of the group at all times and help to promote the group’s safety and fitness goals.
Outdoor sports and other events we plan can be inherently dangerous and accidents may happen. By participating in any posted event, you are taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Weekday Trailblazers Meetup Group and its organizers are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions.
If you choose to sign up for this or any Weekday Trailblazers Meetup event, you are releasing the Weekday Trailblazers Meetup Group and its organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience.

Ride the Two Winds (Dos Vientos) - Gentler Friendly Hike
2025-07-31 08:30 - 11:00 (America/Denver) | Dos Vientos Community Park, 4801 Borchard Rd, Newbury Park, CA, 91320, US
Note 8:30 am start time!
This hike will start at 8:30 and we will probably go slower than David’s Malibu Canyon hike. It’s usually a bit cooler in the Dos Vientos area. We will loop around the periphery of Dos Vientos Open Space, passing Twin Ponds, overlooking Potrero Road and the Oxnard Plain with the Channel Islands in the background.
This hike is about 5.0 miles with 800 feet of elevation gain.
Pace: This is a gentler friendly hike. We will go at a slightly slower pace and we will finish in about 2-2 1/2 hours. Faster hikers are welcome to join us so long as they are willing to hike at the slower pace of the group or wait at the forks on the trail. There are many confusing side trails in Dos Vientos so please plan to stay in contact with the group, not too fast and not too slow, plenty of forks to wait for the rest of the group.
Please note this trail is very exposed (no shade) and there is no water along the way.
DIRECTIONS: From the 101 Freeway in Newbury Park, exit at Borchard Road. Drive 3.4 miles and turn into the Dos Vientos Community Park on the right, just after Via Ricardo (and before Via Las Brisas). Meet near the tennis courts to the left.
If you are coming from the NW, exit Wendy and turn left on Wendy and then a right on Borchard to Dos Vientos Community Park.
DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY
IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY:
Restrictions apply for your safety and ours:
Don’t show up unless you’re on the “Attending” list
Unregistered or waitlisted will be turned away
No “Plus Ones” on this hike
Plan on completing the entire hike or please find an alternative hike that better suits your hiking level.
No dogs
All participants must be 18 or older, or accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
The hike host is a volunteer and not responsible for the group. Safety should be a priority for everyone in the group. Please treat this meet-up as hiking with a group of friends. If you become fatigued and unable to continue the hike, it is expected you will advise the hike host of this and return to our starting point on your own. If you are able to proceed, it is expected that you will maintain line of sight with other members of the group at all times and help to promote the group’s safety and fitness goals.
Outdoor sports and other events we plan can be inherently dangerous and accidents may happen. By participating in any posted event, you are taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Weekday Trailblazers Meetup Group and its organizers are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions.
If you choose to sign up for this or any Weekday Trailblazers Meetup event, you are releasing the Weekday Trailblazers Meetup Group, its organizers, and sponsors from all liability in case of possible injuries. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience. You agree that you can navigate back to your transportation by yourself, and agree to do so if you fall behind and lose track of the main body of hikers.
There are no “Plus One’s” on this hike. If you want to bring someone along, have them sign up, and make sure they’re aware of, and agree to, this disclaimer.

Malibu Creek SP - Reagan Ranch to MASH and Forest Trail
2025-07-31 08:30 - 11:30 (America/Denver) | Reagan Ranch Trailhead – Malibu Creek State Park, Agoura, CA, 91301, United States
This hike includes 2 trails we have not done on previous treks to the MASH site. We will enter MCSP on the Yearling Trail but that is where this hike diverts from the ordinary. We will jump onto the Deer Leg trail to Cage trail which descends to Crags Road. From Crags Road we cross Malibu Creek (bridge) to the Forest Trail. The Forest Trail parallels the south side of Century Lake through a beautiful shaded riparian habitat, past MCSP’s last remaining Coast Redwood (7 others burned in Woolsey Fire), to Century Dam. We then head back to Crags Road and the trail to MASH. But, before leaving MASH we will explore the Lost Cabin trail which climbs to a view of Kaslow Natural Preserve, behind Goat Buttes.
We will complete our western tour of MCSP by returning to the Yearling Trail via the Cage Trail. This hike clocks in at 6 1/2 miles, 750′ gain.
When I scouted this route on Saturday, all of the trails were reasonably cleared of brush but I would not recommend shorts due to some narrow areas of “single track” trail. Also, there are some rocky spots (trekking poles might be helpful if you normally use them).
Please review the guidelines (link to the guidelines) to join our hikes.
Restrictions apply for your safety and ours:

Don’t show up unless you’re shown on the “Attending” list.
PLEASE bring plenty of water.
Your safety is your own personal responsibility, but the hike leader reserves the right to ask you to leave if you come unprepared.
No “Plus Ones” or dogs on Weekday Trailblazer hikes.

DISCLAIMER/RELEASE OF LIABILITY – PLEASE READ IN ITS ENTIRETY
The hike host is a volunteer and not responsible for the group. Safety should be a priority for everyone in the group. Please treat this meet-up as hiking with a group of friends. If you become fatigued and unable to continue the hike, it is expected you will advise the hike host of this and return to our starting point on your own. If you are able to proceed, it is expected that you will maintain line of sight with other members of the group at all times and help to promote the group’s safety and fitness goals.
Outdoor sports and other events we plan can be inherently dangerous and accidents may happen. By participating in any posted event, you are taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Weekday Trailblazers Meetup Group and its organizers are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions.
If you choose to sign up for this or any Weekday Trailblazers Meetup event, you are releasing the Weekday Trailblazers Meetup Group and its organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience.

Las Llajas - Suitable for beginners
2025-07-31 18:00 - 21:30 (America/Denver) | Las Llajas Canyon Trail trailhead, 5715 Evening Sky Drive, Simi Valley, CA, Simi Valley, CA, 93063, US
5 miles, 500′ gain, Beginner
This hike is a great trail for beginners because all the elevation gain is distributed. It is a walk down a rolling fire road through a really cool canyon, and you will find no difficult or extended elevation climbs.
This is one of my favorite trails for people new to hiking. It is an “out-and-back” hike, where we return the way we came, so there is virtually no chance of getting lost. You may be amazed that such a place exists right here in Simi Valley.
From the trail head, we’ll walk down an asphalt path for several hundred steps and turn right onto a gravel fire road. After that, there will be no more turns. We may take a detour up a trail off to the right to see the first bee sanctuary, then return back to the fire road.
We’ll continue on the fire-road for about 1 mile. We’ll stop there (in the shade if summer) to allow others to catch up.
Then we’ll take a 200′ detour to the left to see another bee sanctuary, which continues in a half circle back to the fire road. Even though I haven’t seen any actual bees there in a while, it’s still interesting to see.
We’ll continue for another 1.5 miles and have a social event, right on the trail. We’ll share snacks and beverages. We may adjust the exact location if there are winds.
For the return, we go back the way we came.
There is a lot of wild life along this trail because it is the only area with water for quite a distance.
This is a social hike, not a conditioning hike. Still, for those that aren’t interested in the beverage and/or snack share and want more of a workout, just continue on for another mile, then turn around and come back. That’s about how long we’ll be before packing up and heading back the way we came.
Interesting Notes:
Tree Tobacco (Nicotiana glauca)
Elongated yellow flowers. The Cahuilla Indians used the leaves interchangeably with other tobacco species in hunting rituals and as a poultice to treat swellings, bruises, cuts, wounds, boils, sores, inflamed throat, and swollen glands.
It does not contain nicotine. It contains anabasine, a similar compound, which is highly toxic to humans and animals. It is more toxic than nicotine. Ingestion of the leaves can be fatal. It is being investigated for use as a biofuel. All parts of this plant are toxic.
Used as an insecticide. Do not smoke it.
The Hike
Distance: 5 miles
Gain: 500′
Distribution: Well distributed.
Difficulty: Beginner
Shape: Out and Back.
Pace: 2.0 mph.
Trail Type: Fire road.
Trail Variations: Rolling stroll.
Duration: 3.5 hours
Dogs: Yes.
Restrooms: No
Drinking Fountains: No.
Parking: Free along street.
What to bring:
1 liter of water for every 3 miles.
Snacks and/or beverages to share
Hiking shoes preferred, but athletic shoes will be OK.
Flashlight or headlamp.
Sunscreen and/or hat as needed.
Hosting
Route and Navigation: Host memory, enhanced by GPS navigation as needed.
Hike type: Social.
We won’t be hiking at a fast pace because this is a social hike, not a conditioning hike. There is nothing wrong with stopping, even if it means every 50 steps.
Stops:
The host may designate stopping points to let others catch up. This hike will include an extended stop for a snack and beverage share at the half way point. This hike does not have any junctions or turns once past the initial path down to the fire road. There may not always be a sweeper designated to be the last hiker.
Since this hike is out-and-back on a wide fire road with no turns after the first 500′, one cannot get lost. Therefore, for this hike, it will be acceptable to split from the group moving faster, slower, or otherwise at your own pace.
Group separation:
Sometimes hikers wish to move significantly ahead and not wait at designated stopping points. Please let the host know. They are on their own regarding route and navigation.
Directions
Las Llajas Canyon Trail
5715 Evening Sky Dr
Simi Valley, CA 93063
From the west
23-N to 118-E, Exit 29 Yosemite.
From the east: 118-W, Exit 29 Yosemite.
Head north on Yosemite for 1.25 miles. Turn right (east) on Evening Sky Drive and proceed for 0.5 miles.
See the trail head on the left. Park along the street.
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STREET RIDE - SANTA PAULA TO FILLMORE
2025-08-01 08:00 - 10:00 (America/Denver) | RAILROAD PLAZA PARK, 923 E Santa Barbara St, SANTA PAULA, CA, 93060, US
ROUTE This will be the planned route.
This ride will be on paved roads through citrus groves as we ride from downtown Santa Paula’s old train depot using backroads to Fillmore’s old train depot. While in Fillmore we’ll check out the Fillmore Historic Museum as well as their bike paths and back roads. Following the ride, you can join me for lunch at Hozy’s Grill in Santa Paula.
Make sure you bring along a spare inner tube or slime.
MEETUP LOCATION AND TIME: The Railroad Plaza Park in Santa Paula at 8:00am.
RESTROOMS: At the beginning, end and middle of ride.
DISTANCE: 39 miles round trip
ELEVATION GAIN: 1500′
DURATION: 4+ hours
BIKE TRAIL DESCRIPTION: Paved roads
THE PACE: 8 – 20 MPH.
LEVEL: Intermediate
DEBRIEFING: After the ride, as an option, you can join me for lunch at Hozy’s Grill (1760 Lemonwood Dr, Santa Paula).
MY CELL # IS: 805-358-5972

Tierra Rejada Golf Club: Bad Habit
2025-08-01 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Denver) | Tierra Rejada Golf Course, 15187 Tierra Rejada Rd., Moorpark, ca, 93021, US
Many from this group, plus other friends, will attend this event at Tierra Rejada Golf Club. The band playing (Bad Habit) plays the best of classic ’80s and ’90s pop/rock and dance hits.
No cover charge.
Look in the comments to see where to find us!
The band starts at 6p, but get there an hour earlier and maybe you’ll get a seat with the group.
Tierra Rejada Golf Club
15187 Tierra Rejada Rd, Moorpark, CA 93021
(805) 531-9300
Events Calendar (Bad Habit)
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Mt. Baldy via ski hut trail loop (day hike)
2025-08-02 06:30 - 15:00 (America/Denver) | Lookout Point, Corona del Mar, Ocean & Goldenrod, Corona del Mar, CA, 92625, US

San Jacinto Western side one night backpack to San Jacinto Peak
2025-08-02 07:00 - 2025-08-03 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Spring Canyon Trailhead at Lynn Oaks Park, Capitan Street 315, Thousand Oaks, CA, 91320, United States

Wilderness Access Day - Limestone Canyon - **Must sign up on LetsGoOutside.org
2025-08-02 08:00 - 11:30 (America/Denver) | Augustine Staging Area, Santiago Cyn Rd, Orange, CA, 92869, US
I’m excited for another Wilderness Open Access Day at Limestone Canyon. We will be doing the out and back trail to the Sinks. The hike will be about 8 miles with roughly 630 ft. of elevation gain.
**You must sign up here:
https://letsgooutside.org/activities/2025/08/02/wilderness-access-day-limestone-canyon-63/
At the time of posting, there are 255 spots left of 400.
From the site:
All participants are required to have, a printed copy or on their phone, the confirmation email to show through the window of their vehicle to drive through the entry gate.
You will need the confirmation email for you and your guests to enter the trail system.
Start your weekend off by exploring numerous opportunities found throughout magnificent Limestone Canyon. Designated trails will be open for self-guided trail use in OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space. Trail routes vary in distance and level of difficulty with choices ranging from easy one-hour walks to strenuous 15-mile cardio treks. Whether traveling by feet or wheels, Wilderness Access Day in Limestone Canyon is a treasure waiting to be discovered by hikers and mountain bikers alike.
Participants will want to plan their day successfully by using Trail Tips to prepare.
Please note that you are asked to adhere to the following measures during the activity in order to participate:

Arrive with all necessary equipment to keep you safe on the trail, including water, proper attire and footwear, first aid, medications, etc.
Restrooms will be available, but facilities will not be sanitized for each individual.
Visiting the highly popular “The Sinks” is a 9-mile round trip hike over moderate terrain and can take the majority of the designated event time.
OC Park Rangers require all trails to be cleared for closure by 2:00pm.
No new trail users will be permitted onto the trails at least one hour prior to closing.
Dogs are prohibited on the Irvine Ranch Open Space. By nature, dogs are predators; their presence and their lingering scent disturb the indigenous wildlife and disrupt vital routines long after a dog has left the area.
Minors, ages 18 and under, should be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Adult mountain bikers and equestrians are requested to wear helmets. Minors are required to wear helmets per state law.
Motorized recreation vehicles of any class or type are not permitted for use in the Irvine Ranch Open Space.
Inclement weather or fire danger will cause the program to be cancelled.

Saturdays in the Santa Monicas 2025 #8 - Dead Horse Eagle Cathedral Rocks
2025-08-02 08:00 - 15:00 (America/Denver) | Dead Horse Parking Lot, 21935 Entrada Road, Topanga, CA, 90290, US
Hike #8 in the 2025 Saturday in the Santa Monica Mountains series is
a 9 miles and 1500 feet elevation gain hike from the Dead Horse Trailhead to the Musch Trail to Eagle Rock then to Cathedral Rock.
Meet 8:00 am at the Dead Horse Trailhead parking lot on Entrada Rd (PCH to Topanga Canyon Boulevard., north 4 miles to Entrada Roado or 7 miles south off Ventura Freeway to Entrada Road, lot is on left side of Entrada Road). NOTE THAT TOPANGA CANYON BLVD IS NOW OPEN AT PCH BUT IS ONLY ONE WAY FOR ABOUT A HALF MILE SO GIVE YOURSELF PLENTY OF TIME. Carpooling recommended as Dead Horse is a pay parking lot.
Bring water, snacks, sunscreen, and a good attitude. Rain, excessive heat, or Red Flag alert cancels.
This is a Back Country hike, and a medical form is required. Please print it out and carry it with you. Copies of the form will be available to fill out at the trailhead as well or you can download the form here. http://bitly.com/scmedicalform

Saturdays in the Santa Monica Mountains 2025 #8 - Sycamore Serrano Chamberlin
2025-08-02 08:00 - 16:00 (America/Denver) | sycamore canyon campgrounds NATURE CENTER, 9000 West Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, CA, Los Angeles, CA, US
Hike #8 in the 2025 Saturday in the Santa Monica Mountains series is
a strenuous 14 miles, 2500 gain hike from Sycamore Canyon through Serrano Valley to lunch at Chamberlain Split Rock Memorial and return.
Meet at the Lower Sycamore Canyon fee parking lot on the in-land side of the PCH (PCH West 19 miles from Malibu Canyon Road – Google maps: 9000 PCH). Pay fee or park for free with appropriate parking permit in parking lot, or park for free on PCH around corner near sand dune.
Bring water, snacks, sunscreen, and an adventurous attitude. Rain, excessive heat, or Red Flag alert cancels.
Please print out the Sierra Club medical form and bring it with you. Copies of the form will be available to fill out at the trailhead as well or you can download the form here. http://bitly.com/scmedicalform

Andrew Skurka's Yosemite High Route (North Section)
2025-08-02 08:00 - 2025-08-09 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 2300 Silver Lake Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90039 United States, Silver Lake Boulevard 2300, Los Angeles, CA, 90039, United States
This is a 7 day cross country trip. Only members who have done high Sierra cross country hiking with me will be added.
66mi 20,000ft mostly off trail.
Skurka’s Description
GAIA track I made from route description
Proposed itinerary (definitely subject to change)
Day 0 (Saturday August 2nd): San Diego to Tuolumne Meadows to Leavitt Campground. Probably 11 hours.
Day 1: 14.2mi (3485ft/1187ft) Leavitt Meadows Campground to Dorothy Lake (9400ft) (on trail)
Day 2: 9.7mi (3845ft/3500ft) Dorothy Lake to 9800 Lake (9800ft)
Day 3: 8.2mi (2629ft,2543ft) 9800 Lake to Rock Island Lake (9860ft)
Day 4: 8.3mi (2418ft,1998ft) Rock Island Lake to Burro Pass (lakes right below pass)
Day 5: 5.7mi (2939ft,2637ft) Burro Pass to Soldier Lake
Two Class 3 passes
Matterhorn Pass
Stanton Pass
Day 6: 9.6mi (3434ft,3796ft) Soldier Lake to Upper Young Lake (10200ft)
Day 7: 6.8mi (770ft,2165ft) Upper Young Lake to Tuolumne Meadows (on trail)
Tuolumne Meadows to Leavitt Campground to San Diego. Probably 11 hours.
Attendee voluntarily accepts and assumes all such risks of personal injury, wrongful death, or property damage.
Attendee understands that this is a release of attendee’s right to sue.
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Hike at your own risk. Be responsible for yourself and your safety. Make good decisions. With any trip, things can change, reservations can get lost, the unexpected can happen. A go-with-the-flow attitude is always a good thing, and most importantly, let’s all have fun! This is an expert hike. Make sure you are in good enough physical shape for the distance, elevation changes, and terrain. The hike leaders in this group aren’t professional hike leaders. By signing up for these events, you agree not to hold the Meetup organizers responsible for whatever happens to you on these events. The hiking group does not certify the expertise of the organizers, the event or assistant organizers (hike leaders) and…We are NOT responsible for any possible losses or injuries.
