• Avila Beach to SLO

    El Gavilan 1900 S Central Ave, Los Angeles, CA, US

    I have posted a hike in a group I recently took over as Organzer. Check it out and RSVP here. That is a larger and more active group so please join it for future ebike rides. I'll be closing this group by end of year.

  • Get Ready for Snow Season

    El Gavilan 1900 S Central Ave, Los Angeles, CA, US

    Snow season is just around the corner. Extend your outdoor activities and fun by learning what options you have, where they are, what gear you need to buy/rent/maintain, and some safety tips before you go. * Family friendly local spots for snow play * Activities for snow days * Sun protection, clothing layers, and personal […]

  • Mount Baden Powell

    El Gavilan 1900 S Central Ave, Los Angeles, CA, US

    Mount Baden Powell DESCRIPTION: This hike is part of our BKS series (Butt Kicker) The Mount Baden-Powell Trail is a strenuous and hard hike up to the 9400-foot peak of Mount Baden-Powell. We will take this at a slower and steady pace. This hike has 40 switchbacks and takes you through an amazing range of […]

  • Historic South Central Meets Watts

    El Gavilan 1900 S Central Ave, Los Angeles, CA, US

    Join us for the 62nd Los Angeles open streets event: CicLAvia. CicLAvia closes streets to car traffic and opens them for people to walk, skate, bike, play and enjoy parts of Los Angeles County. Our route will connect historic South Central, Florence Firestone and Watts. This fun event is free, family friendly and safe. A […]

 

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Trail descriptions are based on previous hikes. Current conditions are unknown until arrival. Expect the unexpected and plan accordingly.

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