Our destination is a familiar one but on this trek we'll stay off the fire and service roads that everyone else uses. Calabasas Peak (2163 ft) towers over Red Rock Canyon, Old Topanga Canyon and bowl-shaped Cold Creek Canyon. From the top there are spectacular views into Ventura County, the Pacific Ocean and San Fernando […]
Distance : 12.2 miles out and back Elevation Gain : about 2,800 ft. Difficulty: Strenuous due to distance Total Hike Time : 6 hours The iconic rock formations of the Piedra Blanca stretch approximately one mile east to west. As we pass through these massive sandstone giants you will see many hidden rock caves. The […]
3.5 miles, 800' gain, easy intermediate Note that we start from the Andora trailhead. This hike will include an extended stay at the top, where we'll have a snack share social event for 30-60 minutes. Nearly the entire trail is an incline. Fit beginners can complete this hike, but it will certainly get their blood […]
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 […]
Things may appear hazy as we really feel the burn by taking on steep streets and long staircases in Silver Lake. See homes funky, fancy and famous as we stroll beside the reservoir and float over 1300 stairs. This will be a real workout! Park on the street and meet at 2350 Allesandro Street 90039. […]
Our 8th Annual Super Bowl Pre-Game Hike is perfect. Short enough to get you home on time and prepare for kickoff, yet big on beauty and adventure. 2 We begin the hike by traveling south along Santa Ynez Creek, climb the Wirebreak Trail up a steep ridge to E. Topanga Fireroad, skirt Trippet Ranch and […]
THIS IS CHC STEWARDSHIP VOLUNTEER EVENT, IT IS NOT A HIKE * Sunday, March 20, 2022 - CONDOR CLEAN UP in the St. Francia Dam area, near Santa Clarita Description: We need your help to pick up broken shards of glass in the lower section of the St. Francis Dam National Monument. There are 400 […]
Calling all Adventurers, hear ye, hear ye! ✨ Let's get Enchanted 🔮 We shall meander our way down a winding path into an oak and sycamore lined canyon that follows along a bubbling stream... ...on what I call The Enchanted Trail 🌿 🍄 🧚🏿 As we gently climb out of the forest, bursts of green […]
5.4 miles, 1050' gain, Easy Intermediate This hike is one of the most beautiful hikes in Simi Valley. There are 3 extended inclines, about 1000 steps each, on fire road. They are not especially steep, but they do continue for some time, which is why it is rated "Easy Intermediate." There are also several small […]
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 […]
Snowshoes Required Yosemite - Snow Camping (Glacier Point Area TBD ) (Depending on snow levels) Winter transforms Yosemite’s familiar landscapes; exploring in winter is like finding a whole new park. But winter is less forgiving for the wilderness traveller, and some extra precautions are in order. NOT FOR BEGINNERS (We reserve the right to deny […]
Band will be inside. We will try to arrange a private tent like we had for Hindsite. RSVP early so we can get a head count. Many from this group, plus other friends, will attend this event at Sagebrush Cantina. The band playing (80's Invasion) puts on a fantastic show. Come on out and dance […]
An HWD Classic! http://photos4.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/c/1/3/6/600_331189462.jpeg During the 1950s, when Ronald Reagan hosted TV's "Death Valley Days," he wanted a more rural retreat than his home in Pacific Palisades. So he bought a 305-acre ranch in the hills of Malibu as a place to raise thoroughbred horses and dubbed it "Yearling Row." http://photos1.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/c/4/6/a/600_331190282.jpeg Reagan Ranch (1957-1967), now […]
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On Sunday, February 26 (rain or shine!), they are opening Sherman Way from Canoga Park through Winnetka and into Reseda for a 5-mile stretch of open streets. 5 miles isn't enough for us so I will come up with a route and extend it to 20-30 miles, starting and ending on the ciclavia route. I […]
S22 (Montezuma Valley Rd) to Warner springs (8 miles) with car staging on March 1. This is a short and easy PCT stretch to enjoy the start of the super bloom. We would start at Barrel Spring and then hike north to Warner Springs. Parking available at Barrel springs and “Pacific Crest Trail Parking Access […]
Ski Downhill or Snowboard on Mammoth Mtn. Daily backcountry ski tours and snowshoe tours with the leaders. XC Ski or Snowshoe on your own at Tamarack Nordic Center. Newcomers & non-skiers Welcome. Tons of stuff to do in Mammoth in Winter. Quality Inn lodging, two per room, 2 beds/private bath, close to shopping, night life, […]
This is a great desert backpacking trip. One of only a few in Death Valley with water and the only loop that I know of. Mid-February should be a good chance to catch the wildflowers as well. Check out the photos from the last three trips: Fall 2016 trip: https://www.meetup.com/SanDiegoBackpackers/photos/235721845/ Fall 2017 trip: https://www.meetup.com/sandiegobackpackers/photos/28397936/ Winter […]
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