Fit Beginner, 4.1 miles, 720' gain. Easier route: 3.9 miles, 500' gain. Is it Talepop or Talopop? Maps and signs that I have seen, use the 2nd spelling, but a lot of references use the other. We'll meet in front of the facilities building at the center of the park. This is a lollipop hike....
This is a fit beginner to moderate 4.3-mile hike with about a 300' gradual elevation gain and no steep terrain. Park in the dirt parking lot and meet me at the Hill Canyon Bridge at 6:30. We'll wait about 5 minutes for late comers like me sometimes. The Hike My hikes are slow paced (1.5-2...
Bwana, Backdrop, and Medicine Woman Trails Loop Length 3.33mi Elev. gain 295 ft Easy. Some overgrowth- wear long pants.
5:45 PM START TIME - WEDNESDAY NIGHT I've been get too much couch time lately and need to get my tuckus moving, so here we go... This is kind of my "go to" hike, it's on my way home, it's not too long and the views can be spectacular! This is a great weeknight hike,...
This week: Jesusita. Parking at the Cater Water Processing Plant/Jesusita Trailhead off San Roque Road. This route follows Jesusita Trail up to Inspiration Point. The route meanders through level ranch land before reaching a road and then ascending a well-trafficked trail up the south side including some switchbacks and then a traverse to a fire...
A silhouette following me down the Chumash. Looks Canadian. The pic is from the top of Chumash trail on Jan 15, 2025. Thank you Jimbo WhereAmEye (Tall Mark) has been doing this hike up the Chumash Trail in Simi Valley every Thursday night since the Jurassic Period, and he'll be leading this event until the...
This is a moderate, out and back, 4+ miles hike with an elevation gain of about 865', The Hike My hikes are slow paced (1.5-2 mph) and the end time is approximate only. We take breaks, we explore, and we don't leave anyone behind. If this hike isn't for you, please find another that best...
3.2 miles, 900' gain, Intermediate. The first part is a steady incline, followed by a rolling trail to our destination. Fit beginners can complete this hike, but it will certainly get their blood pumping. There are no super steep sections. This hike takes us to a secret spot below a large rock formation. Naturally into...
This outing follows a counterclockwise lollipop loop that blends wide canyon roads, singletrack, and ridgeline views for a well-rounded, moderate hike. We’ll start from the Rivendale Ranch trailhead and head up Towsley Canyon Road, an easy, gradual warm-up through oak-studded canyon bottoms. From there, we’ll turn onto the Towsley View Loop Trail, climbing steadily through...
Join the members of the Urban Creeks Collective for a fun and helpful morning. We will thoroughly weed out invasive plants that are competing with our California native coastal habitat flora at the Mission Creek Lagoon restoration site. We will be staging in the back of the Palm Park Parking Lot near the bike path....
Stay cool on our bicycle ride on the beach bike path from Marina del Rey to Redondo Beach. There's always a cool breeze at the beach, so come and get some exercise. E-bikes are welcome too! This beautiful beach bike ride is 26 miles roundtrip on flat bike paths and roads. See a map of...
This is 5.2-mile loop hike with an elevation gain of 740'. The route is moderately challenging in some areas but suitable for fit beginner/intermediate levels. There is little shade for the most part. The Hike My hikes are slow paced (1.5-2 mph) and the end time is approximate only. We take breaks, we explore, and...
3.0 miles, 800' gain, easy-intermediate. Moonrise 6:34 pm, Sunset 5:25pm Photo by Helen Let's enjoy the gorgeous sunset, full moon, and fun loaded potluck picnic at the beautiful Angel Vista! 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...
377’ in/out Experience this 3.1-mile out-and-back trail near Agoura Hills, California. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1h 16 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be...
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...
This is a relatively easy to moderate 4.5-mile hike (out and back) with an evenly distributed, gradual elevation gain of about 700'. The Hike My hikes are slow paced (1.5-2 mph) and the end time is approximate only. We take breaks, we explore, and we don't leave anyone behind. If this hike isn't for you,...
5:45 PM START TIME - WEDNESDAY NIGHT I've been get too much couch time lately and need to get my tuckus moving, so here we go... This is kind of my "go to" hike, it's on my way home, it's not too long and the views can be spectacular! This is a great weeknight hike,...
This week: Gaviota Peak. Meet at South Coast Railroad Museum at 6:00p for the shuttle to Trailhead. This route ascends the South side road and Trespass Trail to Gaviota Peak. The last mile gets pretty steep, so take your time so you don't gas. Trail offers great views of the Pacific Ocean and Gaviota Pass....
A silhouette following me down the Chumash. Looks Canadian. The pic is from the top of Chumash trail on Jan 15, 2025. Thank you Jimbo WhereAmEye (Tall Mark) has been doing this hike up the Chumash Trail in Simi Valley every Thursday night since the Jurassic Period, and he'll be leading this event until the...
4 miles, 950' gain, Intermediate 2 miles, 550', Fit Beginner Last year (2025), we celebrated here for 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,...
Beat the post holiday season doldrums with a hike up the Rocky Peak trail. Pic is Sunset on the Rocky Peak trail Oct 2023. Thank you Teka, WhereAmEye (Tall Mark) has been doing this hike in every Sunday afternoon for over 20 years, and he'll be leading this event as long as he keeps getting...
This week: Arroyo Burro. Parking at the Water Processing Plant/Jesusita Trailhead off San Roque Road. This route follows Jesusita Trail for a little over 1/2 a mile, then bears left to Arroyo Burro Trail. The route meanders through private land on North Ontare before ascending a steep power line access/fire break road to the single...
Let's burn off those Valentine Day chocolates on one of my favorite trails at Vasquez Rocks. This is a moderate 5-mile hike with an elevation gain of about 554’. The Hike My hikes are slow paced (1.5-2 mph) and the end time is approximate only. We take breaks, we explore, and we don't leave anyone...
An HWD Classic! This hike is sponsored by Amazon - https://amzn.to/2GnCP0a 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...
This week: Mission Ridge (Tunnel Trail). This route ascends Tunnel trail for 2 miles then heads up the spine of Mission Ridge. Pause for refreshments and great city light views halfway along the Ridge. The Ridge trail follows the spine for 3/4 mile and drops off on an Edison access road. After a brief side...