Hiking with Dean

Kanan Dume to Latigo OAB ~ Intermediate
2026-01-14 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Newton Canyon Trailhead, 1600 South Kanan Dume Road, Malibu, CA, 90265, US
Please bring a flashlight or headlamp.
Join us as we go up and over Kanan Dume Rd and hike to Latigo Canyon Rd. This hike is only about 4.6 miles with about 900’ gain and will take us on a less-traveled but quite beautiful part of the 67-mile Backbone trail. There may be wildflowers.
The route begins at Kanan Dume Road, there is a bit of a climb at first and then it levels out, allowing us to cross over the southernmost tunnel (Tunnel 1) above Kanan Dume Road. We then proceed easterly roughly 2.3 miles and up 900 feet, gradually winding our way up and through Latigo Canyon, turning around at Latigo Canyon Road, and returning to the cars. Along the hike, you can take a short jog up to the ridgeline for spectacular Pacific Ocean views.
The terrain is a mix of single and double-file trail with occasional stretches of loose rock and gravel (you may want to bring trekking poles). The majority of our out and back hike is wooded and shaded canyon trails, offering periodic glimpses of the Pacific.
NOTE: Please review the 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 an intermediate pace or please find an alternative hike that better suits your hiking level.
No dogs allowed.
Directions:
From the 101 – exit at the Kanan Road exit and drive south (toward the ocean) 7.8 miles, going through two of the three tunnels on this road (which changes name to Kanan Dume Road). Turn right into the “Backbone Trail” parking area, just before entering the third tunnel.
From PCH – turn up South Kanan Dume Road. Drive 4.4 miles from PCH, going through one tunnel, and then turn left into the “Backbone Trail” parking area, almost immediately after coming out of the tunnel. Free parking is available at 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.
All participants must be 18 or older, or accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. No dogs.

Dos Vientos Loop - Gentler 6 miles 800' from Mountain Creek Drive
2026-01-15 09:00 - 11:30 | Oak Ridge Trailhead, 4140 Mountain Creek Drive, Newbury Park, CA, 91320, US
For this circle tour of Dos Vientos we will start at the Oak 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 make a clockwise loop along several trails, starting with Sierra Vista, followed by Las Brisas and El Cerro. El Cerro will drop us off at Via Las Brisas where we will have a 1/2 mile or so sidewalk stroll to the Potrero Ridge trail which takes us back to our cars.
There is little cover on this hike as it climbs up and down the ridges of Dos Vientos, so be sure to bring plenty of water and sun protection.
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. Set your navigation app to 4140 Mountain Creek Drive, Newbury Park, 91320.
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.
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.
All participants must be 18 or older, or accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Los Padres - Easy Intermediate
2026-01-15 18:00 - 21:30 | Los Padres Trailhead, 15 Los Padres Drive, Thousand Oaks, CA, 91361, US
3.5 miles, 600′ gain, Easy Intermediate
Easy Option: 2.4 miles, 285′ gain, Fit Beginner
We enter the Los Padres trail through a spooky oak covered section, then move through until we come to a dead end. We’ll turn right, and continue climbing up. We’ll come to another junction, where we’ll turn right onto the Los Robles trail.
After 500 feet, we’ll come to a split off to the right. We’ll take this split and continue along the Vista Loop until we come to a bench. Then we’ll start heading down, and when we come to the “Giants Picnic Table”, which I call that because its parts are super thick.
We’ll stop for a social event and share snacks and drinks for 30-60 minutes, before continuing down and around for our return.
Easy Option: In the reverse direction as the rest of the group, go 350′ to the end of Los Padres Dr., left on S. Moorpark Rd. for 1000′. Enter the trail and follow it for about a mile. It will curve left and you will arrive at the social event.
Hike Distance: 3.5 miles, easy option 2.4 miles.
Gain: 600′, each option 285′.
Distribution: Most of the incline well distributed in the first half.
Difficulty: Easy Intermediate.
Shape: Loop.
Pace: approx. 2.0 mph.
Trail Type: Fire Road, Single-Track, and Double-Track.
Trail Variations:
Several extended inclines of 1000 steps.
Several steep sections of 300 steps, but no hands required.
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.
Hiking shoes/boots
Flashlight or headlamp.
Sunscreen and/or hat as needed.
Snacks and/or beverages to share
Hosting
Route: The host knows the route. A pic of the route has been posted as a link on this line.
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. See “How hard is this hike” in the discussion section (LINK).
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. 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 sticks. There may not always be a sweeper designated to be the last hiker.
Interesting Notes
These are a couple plants you are likely to see on this hike:
Yucca
White flowers on stalk. Stalk is often missing, leaving only the spires from which it grows. Stalks are very strong and light, so they make good walking sticks. Needles on end of spires. Chopped up root can be uses as shampoo or soap. Roasted root can be eaten like a potato. Illegal to remove live stick in CA.
Pronounced with short u. Dried leaves make good tinder. To eat root, remove skin and core, boil 15 minutes. Then fry or bake. Flowers are mildly sweet. Adam says they taste like radishes. The fruit is also edible, but bitter if not ripe. To access fibers: Soak for a month in water, or, lightly pound leaves with rock or club, or, scrape off skin. Roll between hands, then pull and separate fibers. Weave into cordage.
Wild Cucumber
Toxic. Boil fruit in water to make spikes easy to remove. Inside is a natural luffa. Tubars (thickened part of a stem, usually underground, like the potato) can be crushed and thrown into water to immobilize fish.
Almost the entire plant is poisonous. The prickly “cucumbers” consist not of fleshy fruit, but of two seed chambers containing lacy netting.
Directions
Los Padres Trailhead
15 Los Padres Drive
Thousand Oaks, CA, 91361
From I-101
West of CA-23, I-101, exit S. Moorpark Rd.
South on Moorpark Rd. north for 1000 ft.
Left on Los Padres Dr.
After 200 ft, trailhead on the right.
Park on the street.
FAQ
Hiking Plus Page Links
Disclaimer / Release of Liability

Stairhike: Return to Blue Heaven #4 - 5.2 mi, 2.5 hours
2026-01-17 07:30 - 10:00 | Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook Hike Trailhead, 6050 Jefferson Blvd, Culver City, CA, 90232, US
Shed those holiday calories by joining us for a refreshing hike in the sunshine! The loop trail starts at the Culver City stairs on Jefferson Blvd., where we’ll climb 282 steps—twice! Afterward, we’ll head across the La Cienega bridge into Kenneth Hahn Park and up to Autumn’s Peak. Along the way, enjoy a panoramic, 360-degree view of downtown LA, Hollywood, and the ocean. While the Dodger World Series win was a team effort, we’ll discuss just how important Shoei Ohtani was to this victory. The total distance is 5.2 miles with a cumulative elevation gain/loss of 1,264 feet. Street parking is available on Jefferson Blvd. or Holdrege Ave.
Bring: 2 liters of water, hiking shoes or boots, layers, snacks, sunblock, sunglasses, and a hat. Location Description: Meet at the Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook Trailhead at the corner of Jefferson Blvd. and Hetzler Rd. at 7:30 am.

Hike? Crystal Cove Loop
2026-01-17 07:30 - 13:00 | Coastal Peak Park, Newport Beach, CA, 92657, US
Join us for a scenic 9.5mile loop hike with 1,397 ft of elevation gain in Crystal Cove State Park! Our route winds through diverse terrain, offering panoramic views of the coastline and surrounding peaks.
Level: Moderate (O Rated)
Signup Instructions: Meet at the Coastal Peak Park parking lot (next to the restrooms) at 7:30 am.
Bring: Please bring 3 liters of water, sturdy hiking footwear, layers, snacks, sunblock, sunglasses, a hat, and hiking poles if you have them.
Signup Restrictions: A waiver will be provided at the trailhead and must be signed to participate.
Additional Directions: Street parking is available along Ridge Park Rd or at the Coastal Peak Park loton E Coastal Peak Road.

Sisar Canyon Road to White Ledge Campground
2026-01-17 08:00 - 13:00 | San Francisquito Canyon Road, San Francisquito Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA, US
DESCRIPTION:
This scenic out-and-back trail in the Los Padres National Forest offers a perfect blend of accessibility and wilderness character. The well-maintained fire road climbs steadily through Sisar Canyon, gaining about 2,300 feet over roughly 5 miles to reach White Ledge Camp. The wide path makes for easy navigation while still providing that satisfying sense of getting into the backcountry. Along the way, you’ll pass through diverse vegetation zones—from chaparral-covered slopes to shaded oak groves—with occasional glimpses of the surrounding ridges. The steady grade makes this an excellent conditioning hike, though it can feel exposed and hot in summer months.
White Ledge Camp itself is a backcountry campsite, tucked into a peaceful canyon setting with a few shaded campsites and a seasonal creek (which is likely dry this time of year). The camp makes a great turnaround point for day hikers or serves as a quiet overnight spot for those wanting to extend the adventure. While the fire road surface might not offer the rugged single-track experience some prefer, the trade-off is a reliable, well-graded trail that’s perfect for building endurance or introducing friends to backcountry hiking. It’s a solid choice when you want good elevation gain without technical challenges, and the relatively quiet nature of this trail compared to more popular Ventura County hikes is definitely a bonus. Parking is limited so car pool and get there early if you can.
DETAILS:

Hike leader volunteer(s): Tim R.
Meet: 12540 Ojai Rd, Ojai at 7:45 am, departure at 8:00 am sharp (Jan 17).
Distance: Approximately 10.6 miles.
Elevation gain: Approximately 2,283 feet.
Time: Approximately 5.0 hours hiking including a snack break.
Conditioning: You need to be in generally good physical condition.
Dogs: Dogs are allowed.
Restrooms: There are no bathrooms at the trailhead.
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. There are no expected stream crossings, exposures, bugs or other warnings. As always, people may slip and fall, encounter poison oak, snakes, etc. on this hike. This event may be cancelled due to inclement weather before or at the start of the hike. Check the weather report and plan accordingly.
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: 12540 Ojai Rd, Ojai, CA 93023
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 Trail Map (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.

Kern Gateway Trail site visit and exploration (Across from Upper Richbar)
2026-01-17 08:30 - 11:30 | Shell, CA-178, Bakersfield, CA, 93306, US
Kern Gateway Trail Hike
The hills are green! Join us to learn more about the Kern Gateway Trail and to see for yourself what a beautiful and unique outdoor amenity it will create for the Kern County / San Joaquin Valley region. RSVP to get your name on the list.
This site visit will include a talk from community members working towards creating the trail. There will also be a short walk to see a portion of the trail and get exposure to its dramatic beauty.
Please bring outdoor/hiking trail shoes, water, a hat, sunscreen, and clothing appropriate for the weather. The trail begins with a short but steep climb. If you plan on hiking with us after the presentation, bring hiking poles, trail shoes with good tread, water, snacks, and sunscreen.
For Bakersfield carpoolers, meet at the Shell gas station on HWY 178 and Commanche by 8:15. We will leave promptly at 8:30 am to give us enough time to arrive at the trailhead before 9:00 a.m.
Or meet at the trailhead: Park at Stark Creek. GPS Coordinates: 35° 28′ 31.79″ N, 118° 43′ 27.91″ W by 9:00 a.m.
If you have not signed the petition in support of the Kern Gateway Trail, please sign. https://www.change.org/p/usfs-city-of-bakersfield-kern-county-create-a-hiking-trail-system-at-the-gateway-to-the-kern-canyon
*** PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY *** No one in the group is a guide or in any way responsible for your comfort or safety. Please be prepared with adequate gear and supplies for the trip. Please remember that going out into the wilderness has risks, and you should be aware and prepared to address any changes in weather and road conditions or to look out for/avoid random acts of nature, including insects, wild animals, and natural hazards. You are responsible for evaluating the difficulty of any activity you participate in and deciding whether you are prepared by having the experience, skill, knowledge, equipment, and physical and emotional stamina to participate safely.
*** WAIVER OF LIABILITY *** The 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 their safety. By attending a hike or any other event organized by this group, you are acknowledging 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 Southern Sierra Hiking Club Meetup Group from and against all liability arising from your participation in the group activities.
By RSVPing, you acknowledge that you agree to the above statements.

Calcite Mines/Slot Canyons Car Camp/BonFire
2026-01-17 08:30 - 2026-01-18 10:30 | Bakersfield Sports Village, 9001 Ashe Road,, Bakersfield, CA, 93313, US

Late Morning Hike at Whiting Ranch - Wahoo's Parking Lot
2026-01-17 10:00 - 12:15 | Wahoo’s Fish Taco, 27412 Portola Parkway, Foothill Ranch, CA, 92610, US
This hike will be about 5.4 miles total with 820 ft. of elevation gain.
We are starting at the parking lot at the Wahoo’s parking lot. We will take Live Oak Trail. This turns into Serrano Road which will take us to Serrano Cow Trail. At this part of the trail, we usually see a ton of deer, so cross your fingers! We will get on Sleepy Hollow Trail. This will take us up to Santiago Ranch Road to Cactus Hill. We will take a short break at Four Corners. Then we will come down Whiting Road. Then we will take us back to Serrano Cow Trail and head the same way back to the parking lot.
Here is a link to the park map: http://ocparks.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?BlobID=15841
If you have any questions, let me know! I’m looking forward to the hike!
*Dogs are not allowed at this park.
Parking is free in the lot.

Simi Loop
2026-01-17 10:00 - 13:00 | Erringer Park and Ride, 2450 Erringer Road, Simi Valley, CA, 93065, US
Join us for a 25 mile looped tour around Simi Valley. Highlights include

Grandma Prisbrey’s Bottle Village – From the 1950s to the 1970s, Tressa “Grandma” Prisbrey created a unique “village” comprising shrines, walkways, sculptures, and buildings, using recycled items and materials salvaged from the local landfill. She lived from 1896–1988.
Chumash Park – Chumash Park is a 38-acre park with trails through woods and wetlands. The park has a basketball court, two playgrounds, picnic tables, and restrooms.

There will be about 1,300 feet total ascent ascent including about 0.7 miles on hard -packed single track trail. See my route on Komoot
DIRECTIONS
Use the Google Map link for directions to the Erringer Park and Ride next to the 118

eBike Ride in Simi Valley
2026-01-17 10:00 - 13:00 | Wilacre Park Main Entrance, 3493 Laurel Canyon Blvd,, Los Angeles, CA, 91604, US
The SoCal eBike Riders has scheduled a Simi Valley bike tour. Check it out and RSVP there

Simi Loop with the new SoCal eBike Riders
2026-01-17 10:00 - 13:00 | Ventura City Hall – upper parking lot, 501 Poli St Ventura, CA 93002, Ventura, CA, US
This group will be shut down soon. Please join and RSVP at my other ebike group. This will be the last event x-posted here: https://www.meetup.com/ebike-california/events/312656731

Hike at Laguna Coast Wilderness Park - Nix Nature Center
2026-01-18 08:00 - 10:30 | Nix Nature Center Parking Lot, 18751 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach, CA, 92651, US
The hike we will be doing will be around 5 miles long with 875 ft. of elevation gain. This will be a loop starting at the parking lot of Nix Nature Center. As you will see on the map, this is at the main park entrance off of the 133 (Little Sycamore Canyon Staging Area). Please reference the map for a detailed location as there aren’t many streets to list for directions.
The hike we will be doing will start on the Little Sycamore Canyon Trail. Then we will turn left onto the Serrano Ridge Trail, then another left onto the Camarillo Canyon Trail. We will make a left on the Stagecoach South Trail and take that back to the beginning.
Most of the trails are moderate, with one part having a decent incline.
Here is a link to the park map:
https://ocparks.com/lagunacoast
Dogs are not allowed at this park.
Parking is $3, unless you have an OC Parks Annual Permit. If you hike a lot, it’s totally worth it: http://ocparks.com/about/fees/pass

Wendy Trailhead to Olympia Vista - Potluck Hike
2026-01-18 15:00 - 18:30 | 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.

Intermediate Hike ~ Palo Comado / Cheseboro Loop via Ranch Center trail
2026-01-20 08:30 - 11:00 | Trailhead, Sunnycrest and Doubletree, Oak Park, CA, US
Please note 8:30a start to beat the heat
We’ll do a loop around the northeastern regions of the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area and the Las Virgenes Open Space. This area traverses many ecosystems, including riparian, chaparral, and the rockscape from Galaxy Quest. The area is generally dry, but very nice!
The trailhead is where Sunnycrest turns into Doubletree, about a mile east of Kanan Road (34°10’56.67″N, 118°45’6.44″W)
We’ll be hiking about 7 miles with 1100’ gain over the course of 2 1/2 hours and will traverse parts of Ranch Center, Cheseboro, Sheep Corral and Palo Comado canyons. We’ll see Sulphur Springs, the Baleen Wall and Shepherd’s Flat. The hike includes fire roads, single-tracks, and an exhilarating wakeup call near the beginning, where we travel up and down 400′ over the course of the 1.1 mile Ranch Center section of the trail.
Bring sunscreen, plenty of water, and wear sturdy shoes and a sun hat. Please consider bringing the 10 essentials (https://bit.ly/1vB2Avz).
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 and its organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience.

Ray Miller Trail hike ~ Gentler Intermediate
2026-01-20 09:00 - 11:00 | Ray Miller Trailhead, Malibu, CA, 90265, US
The trail is an awesome blend of ocean and mountain views in Malibu’s La Jolla Canyon. We will start from the trailhead which follows the canyon eastward, away from the ocean. Then, it quickly brings you back toward the ocean at a gradual incline. There’s a great lookout spot where it gives you a breathtaking view of the Pacific Coast Highway against the backdrop of the Pacific Ocean, with sweeping views toward Mugu Rock on the west and Sycamore Cove on the east. After another peak, you’ll start a slight decline that brings you to the fire road where we will turn around. Along the way, we’ll be treated to magnificent sweeping views of La Jolla and Big Sycamore Canyons, and of course, the largest ocean in the world. On a clear day, the Channel Islands are easily within sight, although the marine layer has been pretty prominent this summer.
This is a 5-6 mile out and back hike with an elevation gain/loss of about 1000’.
Directions:
From Los Angeles, take the Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) north, 22 miles from Malibu Canyon Rd. Across the street from Thornhill Broome Beach is the entrance to La Jolla Canyon. It is very clearly marked. Turn right.
From Ventura, take PCH eastward, and turn left 4 miles after Las Posas Road into La Jolla Canyon.
Heads up: There is a parking fee in the lot (or free with state parking pass). There is free parking on PCH just a short walk to the trailhead.
Please review the guidelines (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.
Please consider bringing mosquito spray as they may be present.

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. No “Plus Ones” or dogs on Weekday Trailblazer hikes.

E-BIKE STREET - PIUMA RIDGE LOOP
2026-01-20 09:00 - 12:00 | Cedar Grove Park, 11385 Pioneer Road, Tustin, CA, 92782, US
This loop is short and offers a ride on paved roads with some awesome views of the ocean from Piuma Ridge. It starts with a long climb up Stunt road and then it’s mostly downhill from there.
Make sure you bring along a spare inner tube.
MEETUP LOCATION: one mile marker on Stunt Road
TIME: 9:00am.
ROUTE: This will be our planned route.
RIDE WITH GPS ROUTE:
RESTROOMS: None
DISTANCE: 17 miles.
ELEVATION GAIN: 2459′
DURATION: 3+ hours
BIKE TRAIL DESCRIPTION: Paved roads
THE PACE: 8 MPH on up.
LEVEL: Intermediate
MY CELL # IS 818-307-6460
PLEASE make sure your bike is in working order before attending.
DISCLAIMER & SAFETY NOTICE – Group Bike Ride
By participating in this ride—or any event organized by the “E Biking LA County and Beyond Meetup Group” —YOU (all riders, event attendees) voluntarily assume all risks associated with outdoor activity, including but not limited to injury, illness, equipment failure, road hazards, weather and possible vehicle/bike — bike/bike — accidents and/or death.
You agree to release the leaders, the organizer, from any and all liability, claims, or demands arising from participation.
The leaders for the “E Biking LA County and Beyond Meetup Group” are not a certified outdoor, fitness or biking guide, and you are solely responsible for your personal safety and preparedness.

Paradise Falls - Moonridge - Easy Intermediate
2026-01-20 18:00 - 21:30 | Tennis Court parking lot, 635 W Avenida de Los Arboles, Thousand Oaks, CA, US
3.3 miles, 800′ gain, fit beginner
A hike to Paradise Falls is one of the most popular things to do for those visiting Simi Valley, yet a lot of people that live nearby rarely make this fun hike or perhaps have never done it. There are several paths one can take to the falls. This one is the Moonridge loop from Mark T.
The waterfall is always flowing. It is fed by urban run-off, surface water waste created by urbanization, and feeds into a small pond.
We start from the tennis court lot 4 blocks E. of the main parking lot and across the road.
We’ll head about 100 steps north and go down and into an under-street tunnel to cross the road. Turn right out of the tunnel, and follow this path around.
There are several splits of this trail, so follow the group. The trail leads through a thick canopy to the bottom of the steps that lead to the main parking lot. We’ll regroup there.
We’ll continue along the Moonridge trail, following it around, crossing a fire road, and left at the North Teepee trail for about 500′ to a large Teepee. We can take a few pictures, there’s a drinking fountain, and we can rest a moment. Then we’ll continue down to the waterfall and hang out for a short while.
To continue, we’ll head partly back up and cross the back side of the waterfall along Wildwood Canyon trail. After about another 200 yards, we’ll come to couple picnic tables on the right where we’ll share snacks and beverages.
Returning Early
For those that wish to head back instead of hanging around for the entire snack share, you are responsible for finding your own way back:
You can either follow the posted route and map, or take this alternate route: left at the next junction, a relatively steep up for 200 yds. back to the Teepee, turn right and continue 1/2 mile until it dead-ends, turn right. After 1/2 mile, you reach the main parking lot. Turn right at the road for 4 blocks and cross the street to find the tennis court parking lot.
Continuing with the group
We’ll continue for 1/3 mile along the Wildwood Canyon trail, cross the bridge, make a left, and follow the Indian Creek trail for 1 mile until arriving back through the tunnel and back to the parking lot.
If you are not following the leader on the return, you should know:
After crossing the bridge and turning left, you will come to a creek. We’ll be taking a sharp turn to the left a few feet before the second creek. It’s easy to miss and almost doesn’t even look like a trail.
You will see several plants of note
Prickly Pear Cactus
Inside and fruit are edible. Remove needles and scrape to remove hairs, cut top off, hollow out to make water container. Burn or scrape off needles – even stones can be used if you don’t have a knife. Fruit peels easily. Eat seeds and all. Use duct tape to remove thorns from hands.
Sugar Bush
Looks almost like Laurel Sumac. Pointy leaves, which is one way to tell it apart from the Lemonade berry. Has fuzzy red berries in long clumps that can be used to make a lemonade like drink. Sap from the fruit can be used as a sweetener. Leaves are edible.
Directions:
Wildwood Park
635 W Avenida De Los Arboles
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
From the 118
CA-118 west to CA-23 south, 4.8 miles to exit 15, Avenida de los Arboles.
Turn right (west) on Avenida de los Arboles for 3.3 miles until 4 blocks before it ends. There will be tennis courts on the right with a parking lot.
Parking: If the lot is full, additional lot 750′ back the way you came (ESE of tennis court lot), or use the neighborhood across the street.
The Hike
Distance: 3.3 miles
Elevation Gain: 800′
Pace: 2.0 mph
Difficulty: Easy Intermediate
Dogs: Yes.
Restrooms: Yes – when we arrive at the main parking lot.
Drinking Fountains: Yes, at the TeePee, almost half way through the hike.
Parking: Free.
Trail: Double and single track, fire road.
What to Bring
1-2 liters of water.
Snacks and/or beverages to share
Hiking shoes preferred, but athletic shoes will be OK.
Flashlight or headlamp for evening hikes.
Repellent – There can be gnats.
FAQ
Hiking Plus Page Links
Disclaimer / Release of Liability

Joshua Tree is calling
2026-01-21 18:00 - 19:00 | Sports Basement, Kalama River Avenue 10800, Fountain Valley, CA, 92708, United States
Get to know Joshua Tree like never before. This magical place is a short distance away but feels like a different world.
Join us for an inspiring and informative session so you can plan your next JT visit. We’ll cover:

Why JT
When, permits, and reservations
Activities
Hiking Trails
Plants and Animals
Dangers and Safety measures
Rock scrambling and climbing
Supplies, gear, and food
Quirky features and art installations
Night Skies, sound baths, entertainment and more.

Bring your notepad and pens. Snacks and drinks provided by Sports Basement. Discounts and raffles offered to those in attendance.

Chumash Trail to Rocky Peak/Triangle
2026-01-22 08:30 - 11:30 | Chumash Park and Trail, 3200 Flanagan Dr, Simi Valley, CA, 93063, US
We’ll hike up the Chumash Trail in Simi Valley to join the Rocky Peak trail. If you don’t want to continue, feel free to turn around at the top of Chumash for about a 5.5 mile hike. For those continuing, we’ll turn left to head to the “Triangle” where several trails meet and provide panoramic views. The hike to the triangle will be about 7.7 miles with 1600 ft gain. It’s mostly a single-track trail during the first climb with pretty views of the hills around. The final mile or so to the triangle and turn-around is fire-road.
We recommend you use poles as the Chumash Trail has some rocks on it.
The Chumash Trail showcases the unique geological timeline of the area with striking rock formations and hilly landscapes. Siltstone and sandstone reveals transformations over millions of years. Fossils of ocean invertebrates and vertebrates found along the trail are evidence of a time when the local hills were underwater. The Simi-Santa Rosa fault crosses the ridge near the intersection of the Chumash-Rocky Peak trails.
Directions: put “Chumash Park and Trail” into your chosen map service. We will park at the end of Flanagan Drive or thereabout. From the 118, exit Yosemite headed north, turn right on Flanagan Dr after .4 miles, then proceed about .8 miles to trailhead on right.
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, 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.
By now you should know the guidelines to participate in our morning hikes. Please review them before you sign up for the hike. And just in case, 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
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 on this hike
Bring ample hydration
All participants must be 18 or older

Sulphur Mountain’s Trail near Ojai
2026-01-22 09:00 - 11:00 | South Sulphur Mountain Trailhead, 155 Sulphur Mountain Rd, Ventura, ca, 93001, US
We will hike Sulpher Mountain trail on Thursday. This trail is hard to post because after it rains it is too muddy, then it gets too hot but right now it is PERFECT. Also, there is a new restaurant owner at the old J&M Cafe and he is really great. The restaurant is in Oak View, just 5 minutes off the trail up Hwy. 33. It is called Noa’s. This hike goes up the Sulpher Mountain fire road, through petroleum-scented oak forest, through the cattle grazing ranch land at the top to the overlook above the town of Oak View. We’ll have spectacular views of the Ojai Valley, Lake Casitas, and the mountains to the north and everything is very green. Our gently-sloping route will be approximately 6 miles, with about 1000’ of elevation.
Parking is limited on Sulphur Mountain Road, and it’s well outside our typical hiking area, so carpooling is encouraged!
Lunch afterwards at Noa’s Cafe, a mile north on 33 in Oak View, on the right. (formerly J&M Cafe)
Our usual restrictions apply – no plus-ones; no dogs; only show up if you’re on the “Attending” list.

Happy Camp 2 - Intermediate
2026-01-22 18:00 - 21:30 | Happy Camp Rustic Canyon, 13650 Broadway Road, Moorpark, US
5.7 Miles, 1000′ gain, Intermediate
The starting point is NOT at the golf course entrance. It is at a dirt lot that can hold at least 50 cars. There is some real incline on this hike and a lot less trails coated with silt compared to the easier Happy Camp hike.
Even though I have rated this “intermediate”, there are no steep sections. The 2nd quarter is an continuous fire road incline that can get exhausting.
We start with about 1.25 miles of relatively flat and slightly downhill double-tracker. Then we start up a fire road for 1.5 miles with a continuous incline of 700′. This section can be exhausting, so I’ve rated the hike on the easy end of the Intermediate spectrum.
A strong and motivated beginner can do this hike, but they will be challenged and slow during this segment. That’s OK, because this is not a conditioning hike, it is a social hike. We’ll be stopping at various points to regroup, and there is nothing wrong with taking many small stops along this section to catch your breath.
After having done two segments, we’ll reach a steel hitching post and clearing, where we’ll have a social event lasting about an hour. We’ll be rewarded with spectacular views in all directions. During the day, you can easily see the ocean and Channel Islands. Finally, we’ll head back the way we came.
Interesting Notes
These are plants you will likely see on this hike.
White Sage
It is very aromatic and is the plant burned in “smudging” to ward off evil spirits and perform other purification.
Along the second half of the outbound section, both sides of the trail have patches of White Sage.
Black Mustard
Flowers, leaves (mustard greens), and roots are edible. Can be used as a spice. Grind seeds and mix with water and vinegar to make prepared mustard.
Directions
Happy Camp Rustic Canyon
13650 Broadway Rd.
Moorpark, CA 93021
Coordinates of trailhead: 34.315212, -118.874620
From CA-118:
West on CA-118, exit 19a Princeton Ave.
Left on Princeton for 1.4 mile until dead end.
Right on Spring Rd. for 1.3 miles.
Right on CA-23N/Walnut Canyon Rd. for 0.9 miles.
Becomes Happy Camp Rd. for 236′.
Right on Broadway Rd. for 0.3 miles.
Parking lot in Northeast corner of intersection.
From CA-23 and US-101:
North on CA-23.
CA-118 east for 0.6 miles.
Exit 19a, Princeton Ave.
Right on Princeton for 1.4 mile until dead end.
Right on Spring Rd. for 1.3 miles.
Right on CA-23N/Walnut Canyon Rd. for 0.9 miles.
Becomes Happy Camp Rd. for 236′.
Right on Broadway Rd. for 0.3 miles.
Parking lot in Northeast corner of intersection.
The Hike
Distance: 5.7 miles, 3.75 hours
Elevation Gain: 1000′
Difficulty: Intermediate.
Pace: 2.0 mph
Dogs: No
Restrooms: Yes.
Drinking Fountains: No.
Parking: Free in the dirt lot at the trailhead
Trail: Double Track and Fire Road, with some sand.
Hosting
Route: The host knows the route.
Navigation: Host memory, enhanced by GPS navigation as needed.
Hike type: Social.
This description includes a picture of the route. Those that wish to return immediately instead of hanging around during the snack and beverage share, should memorize the below route so they can safely return on their own.
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.
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.
What to Bring
1-2 liters of water.
Snacks and/or beverages to share
Hiking shoes preferred, but athletic shoes will be OK.
Flashlight or headlamp.
Sunscreen and/or hat as needed.
FAQ
Hiking Plus Page Links
Disclaimer / Release of Liability

Stairhike: Return to Blue Heaven #5 - 3.8 mi, 1.5 hours
2026-01-22 18:30 - 20:00 | Stairhike meeting place, 1500 Colorado Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90041, US
Here is a relatively gentle walk through a little-known section of a little-known corner of NELA, rife with solid local architecture and some of the city’s few “sidewalk staircase” streets. We will celebrate Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s World Series MVP performance. Pointing out what made this an epic performance. We’ll explain baseball’s little-known and seldom seen ‘Golden Pitch’ tossed by Yamamoto! Meet in front of the old-timey Cindy’s Restaurant, Colorado Boulevard and Townsend Avenue (1500 Colorado Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90041). Street parking is limited so arrive early. Bring water, adventurous spirit, strong legs, a sharp eye and a love of stair hikes. Flashlight or headlamp suggested. No restrooms.

San Jacinto Backpacking Snowshoeing
2026-01-24 07:00 - 2026-01-25 11:00 | Bakersfield Sports Village, 9001 Ashe Road,, Bakersfield, CA, 93313, US

Hike at Caspers Wilderness Park - Bell Canyon + Oso Trail
2026-01-24 08:00 - 10:45 | 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.

New Hike Red Cliffs to Nightmare Gulch, Red Rock Cyn Park (CANTIL/MOJAVE).
2026-01-24 08:00 - 12:30 | See Directions Below, See Directions Below, Santa Clarita, CA, US
Saturday, January 24, 2024 (rescheduled date due to weather) -Out and Back Hike – Red Cliff to Nightmare Gulch, Red Rock Canyon, Cantil CA – a FUN DESERT ADVENTURE (Weather Permitting)
Hike leader volunteers: Paul H, and Gary S.
Hiking Distance: ~ 6 to 7 ish miles
**Hike Ranking: (*Level 2/Beginner/Intermediate)(see chart below):*)
Time: ~ Approx 4-5 hours hiking including one snack break
Conditioning: you need to be in generally good physical condition, OK with possible mud and rocks as well a possible water puddles.
Dogs : Dogs allowed only in picnic area, campground, and primitive roads. Dogs not allowed on trails.
Restrooms: At the Trail head
Adventure Pass: There is a 6 dollar fee per car, but last time I was the the Iron Ranger Ticket booth was out of order.
DESCRIPTION: The Club has traditionally kicked off the year with a hike in this area. In the past, this has typically been a 10-mile loop, but this year we’re trying a new 7-mile out-and-back option that hikers of all experience levels can enjoy.
Our route is not entirely on a designated trail and will include traveling up a recently active stream-bed. We’ll begin at the Red Cliffs Trailhead and make our way to Nightmare Gulch, where we’ll experience spectacular sandstone formations. The terrain is mostly flat, but with numerous offshoots, so it will be important for the group to stay together.
On the way to and from the gulch, we’ll cross an open desert area that has already been brought to life by recent rains and warm temperatures. With a bit of luck, we’ll be greeted by early wildflowers, colorful scenery, and capped off with unique rock formations along the way.
WEAR: Expect cold windy weather in the Desert; hike will start early and may be chilly to start. Dress in layers, bring extra outerwear just in case. We recommend winter hat/ scarf, GLOVES!!, a WINDPROOF outer layer, sunglasses, sunscreen, hiking shoes/boots with thread and hiking poles. Also bring Snacks and 2 – 3 liters of water and electrolytes or salt tablets; camera, hat and sunscreen. A WEATHER FORECAST UPDATE WILL BE FORWARDED CLOSER TO HIKE DAY.
WARNINGS:

We will be hiking up a stream bed that may still have some mud and muck, as well as a lot of unevenly placed rocks.

ESSENTIAL GEAR:

Hiking shoes/boots/poles.
Layers recommended. Bring warm jacket.
Snacks and 2+ liters of water and electrolytes or salt tablets; camera, hat and sunscreen.

THIS HIKE RANKING: Level 2, Beginner/Intermediate*(see chart below):*
CHC HIKE RANKING SCALE – Consider your capabilities before RSVP’ing for a hike to ensure you are properly conditioned for a hike:
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 (**click here for What3Words Map):
Red Rock Cliffs Parking Area, Red Cliffs Natural Area, CA-14, CA
The park is 25 miles northeast of Mojave on Highway 14
We meet at the Red Cliffs Parking area the first Right when you see the 4 way road crossing sign, we you first see a Big Red Cliff on the right going northward from Mojave. There is a pair of pit toilets in next to the parking lot, if you see that you are in the right location.**
Google Map To The parking area here.
We highly recommend GAIA (or AllTrails) and What3Words apps be installed on your cell phones!
· Recommended Gear List for Hiking and Survival Safety
CARPOOLING:
Contact fellow hikers in advance by posting on the Event Chat, or contact others to arrange carpools. Convenient places to meet are:

Outside STARBUCKS (16548 Soledad Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA 91387), in the SAND CANYON/ Soledad Canyon Road junction VONs strip mall parking lot, off the 14 Hwy!!! 6:15AM Departure. The total drive is ~ 85 miles one way, ~ 90 minutes.
McDonalds in the town of Mojave at 7:00 am. Located on the corner of 14 HWY at Mojave – Barstow Hwy. We leave from McD’s at ~7:15AM, it is only 26.5miles from the trailhead.

The Community Hiking Club is a Non-Profit 501C3 organization. We rely on donations to continue sponsoring hikes such like this. Please contribute.
DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY:
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 Meetup “Terms of Service”. 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.

Simi Loop
2026-01-24 10:00 - 13:00 | Erringer Park and Ride, 2450 Erringer Road, Simi Valley, CA, 93065, US
Join us for a 25 mile looped tour around Simi Valley. Highlights include

Grandma Prisbrey’s Bottle Village – From the 1950s to the 1970s, Tressa “Grandma” Prisbrey created a unique “village” comprising shrines, walkways, sculptures, and buildings, using recycled items and materials salvaged from the local landfill. She lived from 1896–1988.
Chumash Park – Chumash Park is a 38-acre park with trails through woods and wetlands. The park has a basketball court, two playgrounds, picnic tables, and restrooms.

There will be about 1,300 feet total ascent ascent including about 0.7 miles on hard -packed single track trail. See Komoot route below
DIRECTIONS
Use the Google Map link for directions to the Erringer Park and Ride next to the 118

eBike Ride on the Santa Clarita Cloverleaf Bike Paths (30 miles) with Lunch
2026-01-25 09:00 - 14:00 | McDonald’s, 27103 McBean Pkwy, Santa Clarita, CA, 91355, US
Join us for a 30 mile ebike ride on the paved Santa Clarita bike trails which form the shape of an abstract four-leaf clover.
BIKE RIDE QUALIFICATIONS:
This ebike ride is very pleasant and suitable for all bike riders who can ride at least 30 miles on mostly flat terrain at a speed of 12 to 15 miles per hour. This ride has one slightly uphill grade.
SAFETY:
*** You are required to wear a helmet to ride with our group. ***

MEETING TIME:
Arrive at the McDonalds parking lot at 8:30AM to get ready.
Meet near the entrance of McDonalds at 8:45AM for introductions and a safety talk.
We will depart at 9:00AM.
RSVP: If you change your mind and are not coming on this bike ride, please change your RSVP to “No” so we are not waiting for you.

LUNCH and SNACKS:
Please bring snacks and water to keep hydrated. We will have rest stops along the way.
We will also stop for lunch at
Rattler’s BBQ Restaurant
26495 Golden Valley Rd.
Santa Clarita, CA 91350
See Yelp reviews of Rattlers at http://www.yelp.com/biz/rattlers-bar-b-que-santa-clarita

BIKE ROUTE MAP:
See a map of the Santa Clarita Bike Trails at https://www.meetup.com/cyclegroup/photos/17733232/469627685/

PLEASE FOLLOW THESE GUIDELINES:
RSVP: If you can’t come please change your RSVP to “No” so we are not waiting for you.
BICYCLE: Make sure your bicycle is in good working condition with the tires properly inflated and the chain lubricated prior to the ride.
RULES OF THE ROAD: Safety is always our first concern. Use standard hand signals for group rides and obey all traffic stops and signals.
SPARE TIRE TUBES: You need to know how to change your own bicycle tire tubes if you get a flat tire. Please bring 2 spare tire tubes, levers, a small bicycle pump or CO2 cartridges to fill your tires with air once you change the bicycle tire tube. If you don’t have spare tire tubes you might have to call a taxi to take you and your bicycle back to your car!
MONEY and PERSONAL IDENTIFICATION: Please bring money and your drivers license and emergency contact information.
BIKE LOCK: Do not leave your bicycle unlocked at any time. Please bring your own bicycle lock.
WAIVER OF LIABILITY:
Please read this important disclaimer: This Meetup group, it’s organizers and members take no responsibility for any injuries nor accidents that may occur during events. By joining this ride you take full responsibility for your own safety. Please ensure that you are in good health before participating and understand that there is risk involved in your participation. This Meetup group does not certify the qualifications of any of it’s organizers or trip leaders, and they are not responsible for your safety. We are all just participants.

Everybody must sign up for this event through Meetup individually.
This bike ride is crossposted in other Meetup groups.

🚶‍♂️‍➡️Easy Hike: The New Paramount Ranch (from Reagan Ranch)
2026-01-25 10:00 - 13:00 | Reagan Ranch, 28754 Lake Vista Dr, Agoura Hills, CA, 91301, US
We were here last May and found a new old west is rising! Let’s check out the continiuing rebuilding progress of the famous Old Western Town at Paramount Ranch with this easy hike.
📽️As many of you know, until the Woolsey fire, this was the filming site of hundreds of movies and TV shows since 1927. The Woolsey Fire destroyed the original Western Town buildings. Only two structures survived: a white chapel built for “Westworld” and a train depot built for “Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman.”
🏎️The ranch site also was also the home of a world class race track in the late 50s.
The National Park Service is building a new Paramount Ranch set to house four buildings on the footprint of the historic structures, and all will be built with an eye toward wildfire safety. Plans for the new structures include a prop shed, barn, restrooms and a large pavilion, which all could be used for events and as “the backbone for future filming.” The chapel and depot will remain in place.
Let’s check out the progress!
👉Hike will be about 4 miles with 500′ of total ascent and rated EASY+. See the HWD Hike Rating Guide. Depending on group, we can easily add more elevation.
Getting There
In order to respect the NPS parking limits we will be parking and meeting at the old Reagan Ranch in Malibu Creek State Park and hiking into Paramount Ranch. See Google map.

Chesebro Canyon MTB trail potluck hike
2026-01-25 15:00 - 18:30 | 5402 Chesebro Rd, 5402 Chesebro Rd, Agoura Hills, CA, 91301, US
Fit Beginner 4.3 miles, 480′ gain.
Easier Option: 4 miles, 230′ gain.
We walk a mostly flat section for 1.1 mi. to the 2nd junction.
Easier option: Continue straight for 3/4 mi., left at the split, right after another 500′, arriving at some picnic tables on the right after another 750′.
Regular route: Left, heading up a switch back. Right at the top, and continue for 3/4 mi., turning right where it ends. Head down to the bottom, left at the split. After 750′, we arrive at some picnic tables on the right.
This is a pot luck picnic. Please bring something to eat and drink to share. If your item requires it, bring plates and utensils to share. You may wish to bring your own cup, plate, and utensils in case there aren’t any. Pot Luck guidelines Link
We’ll share snacks and drinks for 60-90 minutes, then return by a straight path, no turns.
Fun Facts
What is MTB?
Answer: Mountain Bike (not Mountain Terrain Bike)
The name I see on a map is: Chesebro Canyon MTB Trail
Why is it spelled Cheeseboro Canyon, Chesebro Canyon MTB Trail, and Chesebro Rd?
The original owner of the land in the late 1800s was Oscar Cheesebrough. The NPS adopted the U.S. Geological Survey spelling of Cheeseboro, while Caltrans adopted the name Chesebro.
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Hosting
Route
The host knows the route. A pic of the route has been posted as part of this description. The host may vary the route slightly.
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:
We will stop at junctions to make sure everybody makes any turns, else something will be used to mark the direction.
Each hiker is responsible for knowing their capability, only attending events where they are able to sustain the described pace, for keeping up with the group sufficiently enough to make the turns and not get left behind.
Interesting Notes
Here are a couple plants you are sure to see on this hike:
Black Sage
Multiple brown buttons going up the top of the stalk, that may have white flowers. Green leaves. Purple or white flowers that are dark brown as they dry on the plant. Squish the leaves and smell.
A rare and sought after Black sage honey is also made from the honey of bees that pollinate the Black sage plant. Black sage is utilized in the culinary world as an aromatic and flavorful herb. It can be used in recipes wherever traditional sage is called for, however keep in mind that foraged Black sage has a much stronger flavor than that of traditional store bought sage.
Its flavor goes well with winter squashes, brown butter, poultry, venison, pears, cheese, potatoes and other herbs such as rosemary and thyme. Use fresh in a variety of different preparations or leaves. Can be dried and stored for future use as a dried herb.
Black sage was used traditionally by Native Americans known as the Chumash people to form an herbal soak for the bath to be used in the treatment of bodily pain, specifically for the feet and lower legs.
Other
Dogs must be kept on leash and away from the picnic table.
Directions
Chesebro Canyon MTB trail
5402 Chesebro Rd, Agoura Hills, CA 91301
From I-101:
Exit Chesebro Rd..Palo Comado Canyon Rd.
Continue north. It becomes Palo Comado Canyon Rd and rotates west.
Right at Chesebro Rd. for 0.4 miles.
Park on the street.
After the 1 lane bridge, you’ve gone too far.
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