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Belated Presidents' Day Hike at the Old Reagan Ranch
2026-02-21 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Old Reagan Ranch, Lake Vista Drive 28830, Agoura Hills, CA, 91301, United States
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 “Yearling Row.”
Reagan Ranch (1957-1967), now part of Malibu Creek State Park, is a delight for hikers, who can enjoy the ranch’s rolling meadow land and grand old oaks. Trails loop through the Reagan Ranch and connect with the main part of the state park. We’ll use a combination of trails–Yearling, Deer Leg, Lookout, Crags Road and Cage Canyon–to explore Reagan Country and the heart of the park, including Century Lake.
Hike will be about 5.5 miles with 1,000 feet total ascent and is rated MEDIUM. See the HWD Hike Ratings Guide –
DIRECTIONS
The Old Reagan Ranch parking lot is on the Southeast corner of Cornell Rd and Mullholland Hwy

IMPORTANT
Trail statistics are approximate. For safety purposes always assume they are underestimated. But don’t be disappointed if they are overestimated. Bring more water and snacks than you think you’ll need.
Trail descriptions are based on previous hikes. Current conditions are unknown until arrival. Expect the unexpected and plan accordingly.
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 his or her own safety. By attending a hike, or any other event organized by this group, you are acknowledging that 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 Hiking With Dean Meetup Group from and against any and all liability arising from your participation in the group activities per the ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND LIABILITY WAIVER – https://www.meetup.com/localhikers/pages/322667/Liability_Waiver/

Chinese New Year Bicycle Ride from North Hollywood to Chinatown
2026-02-21 09:00 - 14:00 | North Hollywood Metro Station, Lankershim Boulevard 5375, Los Angeles, CA, 91601, United States
Join us for a bicycle ride this morning from North Hollywood Metro Station to Chinatown for Chinese New Year. We will depart at 9:00AM.

QUALIFICATIONS:
This bicycle ride is 31 miles roundtrip from North Hollywood to Chinatown, but you can ride your bike one way and take the Metro back if you want a shorter 15.5 mile bike ride.
The route is on mostly flat terrain on the LA River Bike Path with a few rolling hills and underpasses on roads in Griffith Park.
We will be riding at a speed of 12 to 15 miles per hour.
You must wear a bicycle helmet and be at least 18 years old to ride with our group.

MEETING LOCATION:
Meet us at the plaza above the escalators to the Metro station on the east side of Lankershim Blvd at:
North Hollywood Metro Station
5391 Lankershim Blvd. at Chandler Blvd.
North Hollywood, CA 91601

MEETING TIME:
Meet at 8:45AM to introduce yourself. We’ll go over the ride plan and have a safety talk.
WE WILL DEPART AT 9:00AM.

BIKE ROUTE MAPS:
Here is a link to the Google Map for the bike ride from North Hollywood Metro Station to Chinatown (15.5 miles): https://goo.gl/maps/EhDg4awdYsB4hoao8
Here is a link to the Google Map for the bike ride from Chinatown back to the North Hollywood Metro Station (15.5 miles): https://goo.gl/maps/5F6FipRVfLrVEBBn7
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We will stop for lunch at a restaurant in Chinatown.

WHAT TO BRING:

Bring 2 spare tubes and a small pump or CO2 cartridges, levers and a patch kit in case of a flat tire.
Make sure your bicycle is in good working condition with tires properly inflated and bike chain lubricated prior to the ride.
Bring food such as power bars to eat and water to drink.
Wear sunscreen to prevent a sunburn. Also bring a first aid kit.
Bring a bike lock. Do not leave your bike unattended at the North Hollywood Metro Station.
Bring your cell phone.
Bring a TAP card if you plan to return on the Metro or you can buy one at the station.
Bring cash for lunch.

Safety is always our first concern. Use standard hand signals for group rides and obey all traffic stops and signals.
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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.
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This event is crossposted in other Meetup groups.

Gaviota Peak Sunday Morning Hike with Ella
2026-02-22 08:30 - 13:30 | Gaviota Peak Trailhead, Gaviota Park Boundary, Goleta, CA, 93117, United States
Kick off the 2026 5 Peaks Challenge with Gaviota Peak!
The Santa Barbara County Trails Council has officially launched the 2026 5 Peaks Challenge! You have until May 1st to complete 5 of Santa Barbara’s most iconic summits, and this hike is the perfect opportunity to get started! This peak offers an incredible view of the pristine Gaviota coastline and the Channel Islands, as it ventures along the Trespass and Tunnel View trails. We’ll hike a 6.2-mile loop from the Gaviota Hot Springs/Gaviota Peak Trailhead.
Sign Up for the 5 Peaks Challenge Here: https://forms.gle/FFNKRjppjEpNFNR88
Details:
Distance ~6.2mi
Ascent – 2,178 ft
Difficulty – Moderate to strenuous
Restrictions – No dogs allowed at Gaviota State Park
GPX Track: Gaviota [Peak.gpx](http://peak.gpx/)
AllTrails Map: Gaviota Peak-AllTrails
Trailhead: Gaviota Peak Trailhead/Gaviota Hot Springs
Gaviota Peak Trailhead, Gaviota Park Boundary, Goleta, CA 93117
From Highway 101 N, take exit 132 for CA-1. Turn right toward Gaviota Park Boundary, then take another quick right onto Gaviota Park Boundary. Drive about 0.3 miles to the Gaviota Peak Trailhead. The State Park requires a $2 parking fee, so bring cash.
The group will meet at the Gaviota Peak Trailhead at 8:15 AM for a prompt start at 8:30 AM. Please be on time to respect everyone’s schedule. Wear sturdy hiking boots or shoes, and bring comfortable clothes for varying temperatures. Given the trail difficulty, I recommend bringing at least 2-3L of water in a backpack so your hands are free for any scrambling or steep sections.
Note: Rain or low attendance cancels the hike.
Group organizers assume no liability; hike at your own risk. By participating in this hike, you agree to assume all risks and liability related to or resulting from this activity. Neither the group’s leaders nor any third party will be held liable for any injury, loss, or damage. Participation is based on an “at will” basis.

Anza Trail Hike Through Carpinteria
2026-02-22 10:00 - 13:00 | Rincon Beach County Park, Via Real, Carpinteria, CA, 93013, United States
Join the Trails Council for a five-mile living heritage trail hike from Rincon Beach County Park to Santa Claus Lane on February 22, 2026.
Walk in the footsteps of history as you follow ancient Chumash trading routes later traveled by the Anza expedition. In 1775–1776, Juan Bautista de Anza led 240 migrants—including families with women and children—northward toward the San Francisco Bay Area and camped near present-day Rincon Point at a site known to the expedition as La Rinconada, in proximity to the established Chumash village of Mishopshnow, within an area the expedition referred to as La Carpintería; a journey now observed as a National Historic Trail.
The Anza expedition arrived at Rincon Point on February 24, 1776—almost exactly 250 years before this commemorative hike. Father Pedro Font’s diary brings the scene to life: a stunning coastal landscape, whale spouts rising offshore, and the remarkable Chumash people whose masterful craftsmanship, maritime prowess, and vibrant community left him awestruck.
We will meet at Rincon Beach County Park at 10 am and walk five miles to Santa Claus Lane, arriving at about 1 pm. The route will generally be flat, but it includes a steep section. Participants will need to arrange their own shuttle by leaving a car near the destination and driving another to the starting point at Rincon Beach County Park. Carpooling is encouraged.

Los Padres - Easy Intermediate (start 3:30pm)
2026-02-22 15:30 - 19:00 | Los Padres Trailhead, Los Padres Drive 15, Thousand Oaks, CA, 91361, United States
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

Sunday 4pm - Rocky Peak Sunset hike
2026-02-22 16:00 - 18:00 | Rocky Peak Park, Rocky Peak Road, Santa Susana, CA, 93063, United States
Sooth your SuperBowl disappointment or temper your Valentines Day exuberation with a hike up the Rocky Peak trail Sunday afternoon.
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 large annual hike-organizer pay raises. This hike always happens, even when it rains, snows, hails, or blows. The only exception is when it’s on fire (or Mark sprains his knee).
This is a fire road with great views of the valleys and scenic rock formations all along. It starts out steep, moderates for a while with some flat spots, undulates easily for a while, then a final steady grade (but not too steep) to the lemonade stand at the top. The lemonade stand operators apologize for never being there when youre hot and thirsty, or not.
Distance: 5.0 miles (I think anyway, but 4.9 semi officially).
Elevation Gain: 1200′
Difficulty: Intermediate – hard for beginners
Dogs: Yes, but must be leashed
Restrooms: No
Water Fountain: No
Parking: Free at trailhead
Trail: Out and back, single track, rugged
Sunset: Varies, but bring a headlamp or flashlight when needed!
Known Dangers: Rattlesnakes, slip-‘n-fall, COVID-19 infected hikers
Bring:
Flashlight/headlamp when it’s dark
Sunscreen and hat when it’s not (It gets hot as Hades in summer)
LOTS of H20 when it’s hot (maybe 2L if you sweat a lot)
DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY:
• If you choose to sign up for any event, you are releasing the organizers of PM Hikers from all liability in case of possible injuries.
• The organizers of PM Hikers are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips. By participating in any posted event, you’re taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being.
• Hiking and other outdoor events are inherently dangerous and accidents can happen. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions.
• Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience.

Rancho Sierra Vista/Satwiwa trail loops hike ~ Gentler Intermediate
2026-02-24 09:00 - 11:30 | Rancho Sierra Vista/Satwiwa Main Parking Lot, Pinehill Avenue, Newbury Park, ca, 91320, United States
“Satwiwa” is Chumashan and directly translates to “the bluffs,” which can also translate to “higher places,” and is the Chumashan name used for a former village near the current culture center. The Ranch Overlook Trail extends from just west of the culture center to the Palomino Trail in the Rancho Potrero Open Space.
https://www.conejovalleyguide.com/dosomethingblog/ranch-overlook-trail-in-rancho-sierra-vistasatwiwa-in-newbury-park
This will be an 8-figure hike. We will start from the parking lot and continue to the Ranch Overlook Trail as we turn left at the juncture of Sycamore Canyon Fire Road. The east trail is moderately flat and you will see bluffs to the west leading to a moderate hill. At the peak, you’ll have awesome views of Big Sycamore Canyon Trail, which descend from Satwiwa to the Pacific Ocean along a historic Chumash trade route, as well as towards Boney. We will continue hiking the Satwiwa Loop Trail on the other side when we return to the Sycamore Canyon Fire Road and head back to the car.
This is about 5-6 miles with an elevation gain/loss of approximately 1000’
Directions:
Exit 101 at Lynn Road in Thousand Oaks. Go west for 5.5 miles, and turn left, under the Rancho Sierra Vista arch, into the National Park. Drive to the end of the driveway, and park near the restrooms.
PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY
Please review our guidelines to participate in 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.

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 dog allowed.

8 mile ~ Encinal Canyon to Top of the World ~ Intermediate Hike
2026-02-24 09:00 - 11:45 | Encinal Canyon Road Backbone Trail, 1097 Encinal Canyon Road, malibu, CA, 90265, US
Encinal Canyon is named for encina, the Spanish word for the holm oak, a lovely Mediterranean tree with holly characteristics. Holm oaks are one of the main trees used to establish truffle orchards, but we’ll be nosing around the canyon strictly for its beauty.
The trail from Encinal is a smooth, firm, and well-traveled single track, swooping and winding with a constant, gentle slope. We’ll have fabulous views of the coast for much of the way. Close to the top, we’ll take on the slightly steeper Etz Meloy Motorway, then the last tenth of a mile is up a seldom-used trail to the isolated peak, where we’ll both lose and catch our breath with a 360-degree view.
From our perch above it all we’ll see Sandstone Peak to the west, Simi Valley to the north, Ladyface and Mt Baldy to the east and the Channel Islands to the south and west.
This is a 8 mile out and back hike, with about 1200′ of elevation gain.
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:
The parking area is off the north side of Encinal Canyon Road, almost directly across the street from the Camp 13 fire station & Rattle Snake Road. Park in the large dirt lot, which is free.
From the 101 Freeway, turn south on Kanan Rd. Continue 6.2 miles, then turn right onto Mulholland Hwy. After 0.9 miles, veer left onto Encinal Canyon Rd. Drive 2.4 miles to the parking area, on the right.
From the Pacific Coast Highway – From the PCH, turn up Encinal Canyon Road. Drive 5 miles, then turn right onto Encinal Cyn Rd. Continue 1.1 miles to the parking area, on the left.
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, its organizers, and sponsors 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.
Sorry, dogs are not allowed on State Park trails.
All participants must be 18 or older, or accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Rock Pool (EASY) 3.2mi | 308ft - Calabasas
2026-02-24 09:15 - 11:15 | Grasslands Trailhead – MCSP, Mulholland Highway 27000, Agoura Hills, CA, 91301, United States
Beautiful walk through grasslands the rock pool, just beyobd Is a Rock Wall that is popular with local rock climbers. The movie Planet of the Apes (1968) was shot here!
lGrasslands Trail to Rock Pool – Malibu Creek State Park on AllTrails
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/recording/afternoon-bike-tour-at-grasslands-trail-d84210a?p=-1&sh=gyaqyb
3.2 mi
308 ft
Out/Back
Free street parking at trailhead.

Lizard Rock Loop - Easy Intermediate with easier option
2026-02-24 18:00 - 21:30 | Tennis Court parking lot, West Avenida De Los Arboles 635, Thousand Oaks, CA, 91360, United States
Easy Intermediate, 4.5 miles, 600′ gain
Easier Option, 3.5 miles, 460′ gain
This is a unique loop through Wildwood Park that takes us to the famous Lizard Rock.
There are several extended inclines and a few short but steep climbs that cause this to be rated on the easy end of the intermediate spectrum. Beginners will still have no problem completing this hike, but they may be cursing some of the inclines and will not be zooming along on the steps or inclines at high speed.
There is nothing wrong with taking it slow because this is a social hike, not a conditioning hike. We’ll be waiting for folks to catch up at the major junctions. I may put down white powder lines so that nobody gets lost if they fall way behind.
We’ll be starting from the tennis court parking lot 4 blocks east of the trail head parking lot and across the road.
We’ll cross to the park side of the road through a tunnel and turn right on to the Moonridge trail that runs parallel to the road. We’ll follow for about 1/4 mile, and then go left instead of taking the stem to the right.
This will take us to the steps to the trail head parking lot. We’ll regroup.
Those that want the easier option will cross the parking lot and take main trail (Mesa trail) straight for 1 mile, turning right at the Lizard Rock trail, and following it up to Lizard Rock.
The rest of us will continue along the Moonridge trail. We’ll follow it around for another 1/2 mile and make a right at the North Teepee Trail fire road and continue for about 200′.
Next, we’ll make a left at the Stagecoach Bluff Trail for about 500′, where it will dead end at a trail of the same name. We’ll make a left and continue for about 1000′ until it dead ends. We make a left, then the next right to head up to Lizard Rock, where we’ll share snacks and beverages.
Finally, we’ll head along the ridge of Lizard Rock and then down towards the Mesa Trail fire road. We’ll make a left, and take it all the way back to the main parking lot. Then we’ll cross the lot and take the steps at the far end of the lot down, and return on the trail we started on, back to the tunnel and then our cars.
Returning Early
For those that wish to head back instead of hanging around for the snack share, you are responsible for finding your own way back. Please follow the posted route and map.
Directions
Wildwood Park
635 W Avenida De Los Arboles
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
From the 118:
CA-118 west to CA-23.
Continue south on CA-23 to exit 15 for 4.8 miles, 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.
From CA-23:
CA-23 to exit 15, Avenida de los Arboles
West on W. 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.
If the lot is full, park in the neighborhood across the street.
The Hike
Distance: 4.5 miles, 3.5 hours, Easier option, 3.5 miles.
Elevation Gain: 600′, Easier option, 460′.
Pace: 2.0 mph
Difficulty: Easy Intermediate. Easier Option, Fit Beginner.
Dogs: Yes.
Restrooms: Yes – after the first segment, in the gravel parking lot.
Drinking Fountains: No.
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.
Insect Repellent.
FAQ
Hiking Plus Page Links
Disclaimer / Release of Liability

Limekiln at Porter Ranch
2026-02-24 18:30 - 21:00 | Limekiln Canyon Trail (Rinaldi Entrance), Limekiln Canyon Trail, Porter Ranch, CA, 91326, US
This is a fit beginner to moderate 4-mile hike, with an elevation gain of about 500′.
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 suits your needs. Also, please review the disclaimer below.
Meet me at 6:30pm at the Limekiln Canyon Trail (the Rinaldi entrance) directly across the street from the church. You can park on either side of the street.
We will stop at various points to allow others to catch up and at the turn-around point we will stop for a short break. There is a possibility we may follow different trails, but they all lead back to the original trail which will get us to our starting point safe and sound.
The hike will be cancelled in the event of:

Hot weather (85 degrees or higher)
High winds, rain, or fire

Essentials

Ventura County SARS 10 Essentials
Bring 2 liters of water, flashlights, snacks, electrolytes
Bring your hiking poles if needed.
Wear good hiking boots/shoes, sunscreen, hat
Bring a jacket for cooler weather
Bug spray

Other Details

Trail: single track, fire road, asphalt and gravel roads, hills, wooded areas, some rocky terrain, crossing the creek
Dogs: On a leash per state law
Restrooms: At the park or behind a rock
Known Dangers: Rattlesnakes, slip-‘n-fall, poison oak

Directions
Limekiln Canyon Trail at Porter Ranch
Google coordinates: 34.274729, -118.559806
Click to view the Google Map
Park on either side of the street
From the 118:
Exit Tampa Ave and head north.
Turn left (west) on Rinaldi St.
Get into the right lane as the trailhead will come up quickly on the right (northside of the street). A church is directly across the street from the trailhead.
DISCLAIMER/RELEASE OF LIABILITY:

You must RSVP to attend this event, no exceptions.
The PM Hiker organizers are not trained leaders and do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips.
If you sign up for any event, you are releasing the PM Hiker organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries.
Hiking and other outdoor events can be dangerous, and accidents can happen.
Per Meetup rules, you are responsible for your own safety and well-being. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience. You take full responsibility for your own actions.
If you decide to proceed ahead, or in another direction, with or without informing the PM Hiker organizer, you become responsible for your own safety and return to the trailhead.
These rules apply to any guests you may invite.

Doin' the Big, Fig Newton Canyon OAB
2026-02-25 16:30 - 18:30 | BBT – Kanan Dume, 1720 Kanan Dume Rd, Malibu, CA, 90265, US
http://photos1.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/b/a/2/4/event_99467652.jpeg
The waterfall should be flowing.
Please bring a flashlight or headlamp as we may return in the dark.
From the Kanan Rd trailhead, we’ll jump on the Backbone Trail for a cruise down into Newton Canyon. On our way there, we’ll cross the creek, pass under an oak canopy, and come out into an opening. At the opening, look toward the sandstone formations in the distance, and we may see a flow of water from Upper Newton Falls.
http://photos4.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/b/9/8/e/event_99467502.jpeg
We may stop when we hit the fire road for a short break or continue until the trailhead and then return. This is an out and back hike for a total of 5 or 6 miles with about 1000+’ total elevation gain.
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 allowed.
Directions:
Exit 101, then go south (toward beaches) on Kanan Road about 8 miles to just before the third tunnel (T1). The parking lot is on the right.
From Pacific Coast Highway, go north on Kanan Dume Road about 4 miles and make a left turn into the parking lot immediately after going through the first tunnel.
Parking is free.
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:
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.
Hope you can join me.
Linda L.
818-523-8719

Humpday Hike - Vista of the Angels, a.k.a. Angel Vista via the Rosewood Trail.
2026-02-25 17:45 - 19:15 | Rosewood Trail to Angel Vista, Regal Oak Court 305, Thousand Oaks, CA, 91320, United States
5:45 PM START TIME – WEDNESDAY NIGHT – No Rain This Week!!!
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, not too hard nor too easy – I would say it’s “Just Right”!
Although not a true beginner’s hike, the gain is spread out evenly over the whole climb which makes it fall on the easier end of the intermediate scale (while still being a good workout). There is a great picnic table at the top which makes it perfect place to do a little socializing during these crazy times! . We will try to limit this time to about 15-20 minutes max. so we can get back down at a decent hour (I’m shooting for around 7:30ish), so I can grab some afterward…it is during of the week after all!
It can also get a bit chilly up there, even during the warmest weather, so if you get cold easily bring a jacket, hat, gloves, blanket or other suitable warming device.
Directions: From the 101 take the Ventu Park exit and go South toward the ocean. At Lynn Road turn right. VERY soon you will pass an open space on your left. Watch for the entrance to Regal Oak Ct on your left, where you will turn…um…left. Take it all the way to the end and park. This is a neighborhood, so let’s try to be somewhat restrained. We will meet at the trailhead on the left/east side of the road.
Distance: 3.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 790′
Difficulty: Easy to Intermediate
Dogs: Leashed, per State law
Restrooms: No, but there are many bushes, but please watch out for the (2) patches of poison oak!
Water Fountain: No
Parking: Free along the street
Trail: Single track, excellent condition
Sunset: 5:48, so bring a light!!!
Known Dangers: Rattlesnakes , those pesky rocks that jump up out of know where, inconsiderate MTBer’s or people that talk your off!!!
Disclaimer / Release of Liability: You must RSVP to attend this event, no exceptions. Hiking and other outdoor events are inherently dangerous and accidents can happen. By participating in any posted event, you’re taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. This 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. You are responsible for you. If you choose to sign up for any events, you are releasing the Group and its organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries. Your personal safety depends on your own judgement and experience. This applies to any guests you may invite.

Wednesday Evening Hike: Flores Peak
2026-02-25 18:30 - 22:30 | Rattlesnake Canyon Trailhead, Las Canoas Road, Santa Barbara, CA, 93105, United States
This week: Rattlesnake to Flores Peak. We’ll hike up Rattlesnake to the Meadow where we’ll turn RIGHT up to Gibraltar Road. The hike to the road is 13% on average, but does have some brief 20%+ sections. Once we hit the road we’ll turn LEFT and hike the road for about a third of a mile to the Gibraltar Rock outcropping which will be on our left. On the right is a parking area where the final ascent to Flores Peak begins. This ascent includes some use of hands and is quite tight in spots, which adds to the fun. Up top there is a rock garden with many picturesque spots and a great view of the city below, day or night. We’ll snack there and return on the same route.
Distance – 6.3mi
Ascent – 2380ft
Water crossings – EASY
Rock scrambling – SOME
Bush whacking – SOME
Maximum Grade – >30%!
Strava Effort – 2.0x
Trailhead: Rattlesnake Trailhead on Las Canoas Rd
https://maps.app.goo.gl/m42Rjp3rQvnrqpJD9
Strava link
https://www.strava.com/routes/3273122319102739320
Hike Leader this week will be Kevin Hanrahan. If you plan to attend please accept on Meetup. For questions, Carlos can be reached via text at 805-895-5655.
About Wednesday Evening Hike series
We will meet at 6:30p at the trailhead unless otherwise noted for that week. We sometimes carpool to trails up to 45 minutes away. We attempt to vary the trails selecting amongst those that are open and in hike-worthy condition. We hike the front country, the backside of the front range and occasionally adventure even further. Hikes are typically in the 6-9 mile range with 1500-3000 ft of total ascent. Occasionally we’ll mix in a harder hike where returns can be very late. These hikes are meant for those with some hiking experience and moderate athletic condition. The pace varies and larger groups usually split, but we will re-group at intersections and stick together where the path is ‘iffy’. Please dress appropriately with hiking boots/shoes and comfortable clothes meant to get sweaty and possibly wet. Headlamp and/or flashlight required. Bring a water resistant jacket for rain/gloom or just cold air which is frequent at altitude. We recommend 1-3L water bladder in a backpack depending upon trail difficulty so that your hands are free to cross water or scramble up/down rocks. Bug spray is a good idea as bugs are very active at dusk (better to have and not need.) Some folks bring hiking poles. I recommend long sleeves and pants to prevent scratches, poison oak and ticks.
We typically stop at the top, add a layer for warmth and enjoy a snack. This can be some of the best fun as folks drag up hot tea, other libations, and all sorts of baked goods to share. Yum!
Group organizers assume no liability; hike at your own risk. By being a member of this group, you hereby agree to assume all risks and liability related to or resulting from any group functions. You agree that you nor any third party will hold any of the group’s leaders liable for any injury, loss, or damage to your own self or property arising directly or as a consequence of a group activity. You also agree that your membership of this group is based on an “at will” basis.

Sherwood Forest/Los Robles Scenic Loop - Gentler but NOT a beginner hike
2026-02-26 09:00 - 11:15 | Los Robles Trail, Greenmeadow Ave and Moorpark Rd., Thousand Oaks, CA, 91361, US
This week we’ll hike about 6 miles with 1100’ of total elevation gain, spread out nicely, with a little bonus loop through Oak Creek Canyon. This is a longer route than our typical gentler friendly option.
“Robles” is Spanish for oaks, and we’ll see plenty of them on this beautiful, relaxing hike. After a short street walk to get to the trailhead, we’ll hike along Los Padres Trail through Sherwood Forest- a wooded patch shaded by huge oak trees. We will swing out onto an arcing side trail for a sweeping view of Thousand Oaks before heading back across the grasslands and into the woods again.
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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 moderate pace or please find an alternative hike that better suits your hiking level.
No dogs

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Directions: From the 101 in Thousand Oaks, turn south on Moorpark Road. Drive 0.5 miles to the dirt/paved parking area at the corner of Greenmeadows Ave., where Moorpark Rd. deadends.
DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY
IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY:
Dogs are not allowed.
Please hydrate before the hike by drinking at least a liter of water.
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.
The hike leader may adjust, limit, or re-route the hike on the basis of conditions encountered during the hike.
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. Your personal safety should be your first, and top priority. Please make an honest assessment of your own ability, and plan and act accordingly.
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.
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.

Ventura Land Trust Trail, Ventura CA
2026-02-26 09:00 - 12:00 | Donut Delite, 1464 Madera Road, Simi Valley, CA, 93065, US
Ventura Land Trust has opened up a new trail in Ventura, just above the high school where the trail work has been going on for four years and it’s finally open. The hike is similar to the Ray Miller Trail, i.e. It is 6 miles out and back. Right now it is a beautiful hike with lots of wildflowers and the views are beautiful. I could not find any limitation on number of attendees, but another leader usually limits it to 10 people so I am limiting it to 15 until we learn more. We start off at the parking lot at the end of Hall Canyon Road and hike up to the communication tower and then back.
Take the 101 Ventura and exit Seward. Go north (away from the ocean). Go past Thompson and Main St. to Poli. Take a left on Poli and almost immediately make a sharp right turn onto Hall Canyon Road. Stay on Hall Canyon Road (do not turn on Fairview or Sunset) and Hall Canyon turns into a street that has some traffic bumps, follow that for less than quarter mile 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 completing the entire hike at a moderate pace.

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 and hosts 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 hosts 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. Sorry, we don’t allow “Plus-Ones” on our hikes. Please join the group, then sign up for a hike.

Chumash Night Magic hike at 6pm Thursday
2026-02-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Chumash Trail, Chumash Trail, Simi Valley, CA, 93063, United States
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 Ice Age, i.e. this hike always happens, even when it rains, snows, hails, or blows. The only exception is when it’s on fire.
It’s mostly a steady climb to where the trail meets with the Rocky Peak Fire Road. When you get to the ‘slippery’ part just over a mile up, ask him who was responsible for Kurt breaking his ankle there in 2012, but don’t believe whatever he tells you. (Just kidding, Mark, don’t get touchy!)
Note: Kurt will not be attending except for when he visits from Michigan.
Distance: 5.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 1200′
Difficulty: Intermediate – hard for beginners
Dogs: Yes, but must be leashed
Restrooms: No
Water Fountain: No
Parking: Free on Flanagan
Trail: Out and back, single track, excellent condition
Sunset: Varies, but bring a headlamp or flashlight when needed!
Known Dangers: Rattlesnakes, slip-‘n-fall, COVID-19 infected hikers
Bring:
Flashlight/headlamp when it’s dark
Sunscreen and hat when it’s not (It gets hot as Hades in summer)
LOTS of H20 when it’s hot (maybe 2L if you sweat a lot)
DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY:
• You must RSVP to attend this event, no exceptions.
• If you choose to sign up for any event, you are releasing the organizers of PM Hikers from all liability in case of possible injuries.
• The organizers of PM Hikers are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips. By participating in any posted event, you’re taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being.
• Hiking and other outdoor events are inherently dangerous and accidents can happen. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions.
• Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience.

Chumash - Intermediate, with Easy option
2026-02-26 18:00 - 21:30 | Chumash Park, Flanagan Drive 3200, Simi Valley, CA, 93063, United States
4 miles, 950′ gain, Intermediate
Easy Option: 1.6 miles, 400′ gain, Fit Beginner
Hardest option: 5 miles, 1200′ gain, Intermediate
The entire hike outbound is a steady incline. Nothing super steep, just continuous and quite strenuous for many. There are virtually no junctions where one can get lost.
This is one of the more famous hikes in Simi Valley, and for good reason. Much of the hike takes place along the edge of the mountain. The trail in spots is a bit rugged and rocky, so a good tread on your shoes is recommended.
It is a part of the Chumash Natural Park that includes sandstone rock formations, caves, and beautiful vistas of Simi Valley. The land is owned by the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy and the Rancho Simi Recreation & Park District. It is maintained by the Rancho Simi Trailblazers and patrolled by the Volunteer Trail Safety Service.
We’ll all begin the climb together. Those doing the easier option will stop after 0.8 miles and wait for about 45 minutes until the rest of us return to this spot for our social event. While waiting, they can continue to climb any portion they want and return to this spot, or just take in the views.
The rest will continue for 1.3 miles until a flat rock. Those that want the hardest option, continue for another 0.5 miles and 250′ gain to the end of the trail. Head back down the same way to the social event spot.
At the social event spot, we’ll be rewarded with sweeping views of Simi Valley and will share snacks and beverages.
There is really no way to get lost on this hike, so everybody will move along at whatever pace they want.
Hike (click this link for a pic)
Distance: 4.0 miles (1.5 mi for easy option, 5.0 mi for hardest option)
Gain: 950′ (400′ for easy option, 1200′ for hardest option)
Distribution: Most of the incline is concentrated in the first half.
Difficulty: Intermediate (Fit Beginer for easy option, Intermediate for hardest option)
Shape: Out and back.
Pace: approx. 2.0 mph.
Trail Type: Fire road, double track, single track.
Trail Variations: The entire first half is incline. Some of the trail is rugged sandstone. Some of the trail is covered in large gravel.
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. 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. A pic of the route has been posted as part of this description.
Navigation: Host memory, enhanced by GPS navigation as needed.
Hike type: Social.
Interesting Notes
Here are a couple plants you are sure to see on this hike:
California Encelia
Aka, California Bush Sunflower, California Brittlebush, Coast Sunflower, El Dorado.
Center is brown. When the center is yellow, it is Brittlebush, from the brittleness of the stems. This is from the daisy family, and it is typically used as an ornamental plant.
Mediterranean Mustard / Black Mustard
Mediterranean mustard seeds are yellow or white, while Black mustard seeds are brown or black. The flowers look the same.
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. This is often a very abundant noxious weed (has been designated by an agricultural authority as one that is injurious to agricultural or horticultural crops, natural habitats or ecosystems, or humans or livestock.). It grows everywhere along the sides of the trail, often having to be cut back during trail maintenance.
Did you know that cabbage, mustard greens, collard greens, kale, broccoli, cauliflower, brussels sprouts, and prepared mustard, are all from different parts of the wild mustard plant?
Directions
Chumash Trail
3200 Flanagan Dr.
Simi Valley, CA 93063
Coordinates of trailhead: 34.293497, -118.671176
From CA-118
I-118, exit Yosemite.
North on Yosemite for 1.3 miles.
Right (east) on Flanagan Dr. for 08. miles.
Continue until the street ends and park.
FAQ
Hiking Plus Page Links
Disclaimer / Release of Liability

Mt. McCoy, Reagan Library and a Six-Planet Lineup in Simi Valley
2026-02-28 16:50 - 20:00 | Donut Delite, 1464 Madera Road, Simi Valley, CA, 93065, US
This is a relatively easy to moderate 4.8-mile out-and-back hike with an elevation gain of ‘800.
Bring your binoculars or telescope because we’re in for a treat as Mercury, Venus, Saturn, Jupiter, Uranus, and Neptune will line up along the western horizon at dusk. FYI, the almost full moon and possible cloudy skies may impede the viewing but it’s still a wonderful hike.
Sunset is at 5:50pm and dusk about 6:15.
The Hike
My hikes are slow paced (1.5-2 mph) and the listed end time is only an estimate. We take breaks, we explore, and we don’t leave anyone behind. If this hike isn’t for you, please find another that best suits your needs.
Meet me at Donut Delight, on the corner of Madera and Royal, at 4:50pm. We will begin promptly at 5:00pm.
From the donut shop, we will cross over Madera and walk a short distance through the neighborhood to the trailhead. We will hike a series of about 20 switchbacks for 1.5 miles to the cross at the top. This is a steady climb along the face of the hill, always in full view of Simi Valley. At the top are panoramic views of Simi Valley, Moorpark, the Simi Hills, Santa Susana/Santa Monica Mountains, and the Reagan Library. From the top, we will take a detour to the Reagan Library before heading back down.
The hike will be cancelled in the event of:

Hot weather (85 degrees or higher)
High winds, rain, or fire

Essentials

Ventura County SARS 10 Essentials
Bring 2 liters of water, flashlights, snacks, electrolytes
Bring your hiking poles if needed.
Wear good hiking boots/shoes, sunscreen, hat
Bring a jacket for cooler weather
Bug spray

Other Details

Trail: single track, fire road, rocky terrain in some areas, asphalt, sidewalk
Dogs: On a leash per state law
Parking: free
Restrooms: none
Known Dangers: Rattlesnakes, tarantulas, slip-‘n-fall

DIRECTIONS
Address: 1464 Madera Rd, S.V., corner of Royal and Madera.
Google Coordinates: 34.265278, -118.795583
Click here to view the Google map
DISCLAIMER/RELEASE OF LIABILITY:

You must RSVP to attend this event, no exceptions.
The PM Hiker organizers are not trained leaders and do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips.
If you sign up for any event, you are releasing the PM Hiker organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries.
Hiking and other outdoor events can be dangerous, and accidents can happen.
Per Meetup rules, you are responsible for your own safety and well-being. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience. You take full responsibility for your own actions.
If you decide to proceed ahead, or in another direction, with or without informing the PM Hiker organizer, you become responsible for your own safety and return to the trailhead.
These rules apply to any guests you may invite.

🚴 Beach Bike Ride from Marina del Rey to Redondo Beach & Brunch
2026-03-01 09:00 - 14:00 | Dock 52, Fiji Way 13552, Marina del Rey, ca, 90292, United States
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 route here: https://goo.gl/maps/BI0GD
QUALIFICATIONS:
All bike riders are invited who are comfortable and experienced riding on the road and bicycle paths for 26 miles round trip and can keep up with a group riding at a speed of 13 miles per hour for approximately 2 hours.
IMPORTANT:
*** You are required to wear a helmet to ride with our group. ***

MEETING PLACE AND TIME:
Arrive at 8:30 AM to park your car and get ready for the ride. There is free parking at Dock 52 parking lot.
Meet Patrick at 8:45 AM in the first row of Dock 52 parking lot for a safety talk and introductions. Patrick’s cell phone number is in the RSVP question (which you can see by clicking on the blue box under “You’re Going.”)
We will depart at 9:00 AM.

BRUNCH:
We will stop for brunch at Quality Seafood Fish Market in Redondo Beach King Harbor at 130 International Boardwalk, Redondo Beach, CA 90277.

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.
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: Please bring money for your lunch and taxi if necessary.
BIKE LOCK: Do not leave your bicycle unlocked at any time. Please bring your own bicycle lock.
HELMET: Please be advised that you are required to wear a helmet to ride with our group.
WATER and FOOD: Please bring water to drink so you don’t get dehydrated and food to eat, such as a protein bar, in case you get hungry.
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.

This bike ride is crossposted on other Meetup groups.

STAY COOL! 🚴 Beach Bike Ride from Marina del Rey to Redondo Beach & Brunch
2026-03-01 09:00 - 14:00 | Dock 52, Fiji Way 13552, Marina del Rey, ca, 90292, United States
Please join us! We have a nice group coming. E-bikes are welcome!
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.
This beautiful beach bike ride is 26 miles roundtrip on flat bike paths and roads. See a map of this route here: https://goo.gl/maps/BI0GD
QUALIFICATIONS:
All bike riders are invited who are comfortable and experienced riding on the road and bicycle paths for 26 miles round trip and can keep up with a group riding at a speed of 13 miles per hour for approximately 2 hours.
IMPORTANT:
*** You are required to wear a helmet to ride with our group. ***

MEETING PLACE AND TIME:
Arrive at 8:30 AM to park your car and get ready for the ride. There is free parking at Dock 52 parking lot.
Meet Patrick at 8:45 AM in the first row of Dock 52 parking lot for a safety talk and introductions. Patrick’s cell phone number is in the RSVP question (which you can see by clicking on the blue box under “You’re Going.”)
We will depart at 9:00 AM.

BRUNCH:
We will stop for brunch at Quality Seafood Fish Market in Redondo Beach King Harbor at 130 International Boardwalk, Redondo Beach, CA 90277.

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.
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: Please bring money for your lunch and taxi if necessary.
BIKE LOCK: Do not leave your bicycle unlocked at any time. Please bring your own bicycle lock.
HELMET: Please be advised that you are required to wear a helmet to ride with our group.
WATER and FOOD: Please bring water to drink so you don’t get dehydrated and food to eat, such as a protein bar, in case you get hungry.
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.

This bike ride is crossposted on other Meetup groups.

Angel Vista - Full Moon Potluck hike (start 3:30 PM)
2026-03-01 15:30 - 19:00 | Rosewood Trailhead, Regal Oak Court 305, Thousand Oaks, CA, 91320, United States
3.0 miles, 800′ gain, easy-intermediate.
Moonrise 4:17 pm, Sunset 5:51pm
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 your own cup, plate, and utensils in case there aren’t any.
Snacks and/or beverages to share
This hike is rated easy-intermediate because it is a continuous incline for 1.5 miles. This isn’t real steep, but it is continuous, and many beginner hikers have indicated this should be rated intermediate.
That said, there is no reason a fit beginner cannot complete this hike. If needed, just stop and rest along the way, even if it’s every 50 steps. This is not a conditioning hike, it is a social hike, and you really can’t get lost.
The only junction is 200 yards before the top, where we’ll turn right to complete the climb.
At the top, there is a picnic table and 360 degree incredible views that are especially wonderful at night. We’ll have a snack-share social event at the top for 30-60 minutes before heading back the way we came. Please bring some food and drink to share, and utensils of your item requires it.
The top has been known to sometimes be very cool and windy. Please bring something to put on in case it is that way at the top.
Interesting Notes
Tree Tobacco
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.
Elderberry
The blue or purple berries are gathered and made into elderberry wine, jam, syrup, and pies. The entire flower cluster can be dipped in batter and fried while petals can be eaten raw or made into a fragrant and tasty tea. Spit out the seeds. Elderflower water is also used in perfumes and sweets.
Most agree that they do need to be cooked if you are going to eat more than just a few out of hand. That’s because they have a small amount of cyanide producing glycosides, which are released upon digestion. Fully ripe black berries are not toxic and you can eat as many as you like. Boiling or baking takes care of any “toxic” issue as does drying raw berries.
Directions:
Rosewood Trailhead
398 Regal Oak Ct.
Thousand Oaks, CA 91320
From the 101
Ventu Park exit, South (toward ocean).
Right on Lynn Road for 1000′.
Left on Regal Oak Ct. for 1/3 mi.
Park on the street
Hike Distance: 3.0 miles
Gain: 800′
Distribution: Most of the incline occurs in the first half, which is a continuous climb.
Difficulty: Easy Intermediate.
Shape: Out and back.
Pace: approx. 2.0 mph.
Trail Type: Double track, single track.
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.
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Sunday 4pm - Rocky Peak Sunset hike
2026-03-01 16:00 - 18:00 | Rocky Peak Park, Rocky Peak Road, Santa Susana, CA, 93063, United States
Help prepare for the upcoming swimsuit season with a hike up the Rocky Peak trail Sunday afternoon.
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 large annual hike-organizer pay raises. This hike always happens, even when it rains, snows, hails, or blows. The only exception is when it’s on fire (or Mark sprains his knee).
This is a fire road with great views of the valleys and scenic rock formations all along. It starts out steep, moderates for a while with some flat spots, undulates easily for a while, then a final steady grade (but not too steep) to the lemonade stand at the top. The lemonade stand operators apologize for never being there when youre hot and thirsty, or not.
Distance: 5.0 miles (I think anyway, but 4.9 semi officially).
Elevation Gain: 1200′
Difficulty: Intermediate – hard for beginners
Dogs: Yes, but must be leashed
Restrooms: No
Water Fountain: No
Parking: Free at trailhead
Trail: Out and back, single track, rugged
Sunset: Varies, but bring a headlamp or flashlight when needed!
Known Dangers: Rattlesnakes, slip-‘n-fall, COVID-19 infected hikers
Bring:
Flashlight/headlamp when it’s dark
Sunscreen and hat when it’s not (It gets hot as Hades in summer)
LOTS of H20 when it’s hot (maybe 2L if you sweat a lot)
DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY:
• If you choose to sign up for any event, you are releasing the organizers of PM Hikers from all liability in case of possible injuries.
• The organizers of PM Hikers are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips. By participating in any posted event, you’re taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being.
• Hiking and other outdoor events are inherently dangerous and accidents can happen. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions.
• Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience.

Dialogues: Sacred Works Concert
2026-03-01 17:00 - 19:00 | Padre Serra Parish, Upland Road 5205, Camarillo, CA, 93012, United States
Come enjoy a relaxing classical music concert Sunday, March 1, 2026 at Pardre Serra Parish in Camarillo. 5pm.
I sing with Conejo Valley Choral Society and we will be singing a few pieces from Bach B Minor Mass with a talented youth orchestra directed by Alexander Tseitlin.
There will be a variety of pieces performed, orchestral, not just choral: including Bach B Minor Mass, Gluck’s Orfeo and Euridice, and Mozart’s Symphony #9.
Concert Details linked here
Cost for general seating $5-10, purchase online if possible on their website.
I will be busy singing so sign up and come with a friend if interested!

Windmill Canyon Trail (North Ranch) 3mi | Easy/Mod COSF CHALLENGE TRAIL
2026-03-03 09:00 - 11:00 | Grasslands Trailhead – MCSP, Mulholland Highway 27000, Agoura Hills, CA, 91301, United States
North Ranch – Windmill Canyon Trail
Highlights
Easy 1.6-mile route with ~200′ of elevation gain.
Scenic, meandering through grassy meadows and oak groves.
Part of the 2026 Conejo Open Space Challenge.
We will be adding part of Saddle Pass Trail for additional mileage and incline for those looking for a bit more challenge.
Description
Windmill Canyon Trail is a very easy and pretty hike, perfect for beginners.
There is no street parking at the south end near Thousand Oaks High School. Instead, park near the north end on Via Colinas and walk north on Via Merida about 350 yards to the trailhead on the left. You’ll need to go around a fence on Via Merida to access the trail.
From the trailhead, it’s a simple out-and-back hike, turning around when you reach the high school.
Key Statistics
Distance: 1.6 miles (out-and-back)
Cumulative Climbing/Descent: 200′
Parking: Free on Via Colinas
Popularity: Popular with walkers and dog owners, especially after work
Tread Surface: Hard-packed trail of varying widths; some minor ruts and possibly loose sand
Hazards: Typical trail conditions, nothing unusual
Facilities: None
Connections: Connects to Saddle Pass Trail, a steeper, more challenging trail linking other North Ranch area trails. Adding a portion of Saddle Pass will increase mileage and incline.
Directions
From the 101 Freeway in eastern Thousand Oaks, turn north on Westlake Blvd.
Turn right onto Thousand Oaks Blvd after 0.1 miles.
Continue for 0.6 miles, then turn left onto Via Merida.
Drive 0.5 miles, then turn right onto Via Colinas and park on the street.
Map: https://bit.ly/48hUqlZ

Canyon Overlook Trail to Lizard Rock - Intermediate Gentler
2026-03-03 09:00 - 11:30 | Hill Canyon Trailhead, Hill Canyon Road 10241, Camarillo, CA, 93012, United States
The hike starts at the parking area on Hill Canyon Road and climbs Canyon Overlook Trail. The trail is a utility road and becomes a ridgeline trail with spectacular views into Hill Canyon and to Elliott Peak to the west, and Mt Clef Butte to the east, ending at Lizard Rock with its own amazing views.
Follow it all the way passing Lizard Rock Trail, then turn right and up. At the next fork, 350 yards on, keep right and continue going uphill. 200 feet further, turn right to get to the Lizard Rock Trail and continue zigzagging down to Hill Canyon Water Treatment Center. Then, we will cross over the new canyon bridge to Hill Canyon Trail and return back to our cars.
This hike is about 5 miles with a 900-1000’ elevation gain/loss.
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.
DISCLAIMER/RELEASE OF LIABILITY – PLEASE READ IN ITS ENTIRETY
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.

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 and hosts 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 hosts 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. Sorry, we don’t allow “Plus-Ones” on our hikes. Please join the group, then sign up for a hike.

Rancho Sierra Vista Hidden Pond Hike - Intermediate Hike - 9:00 AM Start
2026-03-03 09:00 - 12:00 | Rancho Sierra Vista, Newbury Park, CA, 91320, United States
We will meet near the bathrooms in the parking lot. We will hike down Sycamore Canyon and then take Ranch Center Road to the Hidden Pond trail. From there, we will take Hidden Pond trail and hopefully we will see a little water in the pond. After stopping at the pond for a brief break we will return to the cars. We will take Ranch Center Road to Sycamore Canyon Road and (unfortunately) up the asphalt to Satwiwa, the RSV parking lot, and our cars.
This out and back hike will be 7.5 miles with 1300 feet of elevation gain.
From Steve J’s January, 2019 hike description:
Local ranching history in the western Santa Monica Mountains (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Santa_Monica_Mountains) began in 1803 when former soldiers Jose Polanco and Ignacio Rodriquez were granted Rancho El Conejo (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rancho_El_Conejo) by the King of Spain.
Hidden Pond in Dry Times:
Ten years before the Danielsons appeared on the scene, wealthy petroleum geologist Carl Beal purchased the northern section of the old rancho in 1936 and christened the area Rancho Sierra Vista. Beal explored the ranch for water and developed a system of dams, wells, springs, and reservoirs that provided the water for a variety of agricultural products and horses. He was the person responsible for building 25 miles of roads and 18 wells feeding the 14 miles of steel pipe that is seen alongside today’s trails.
Hidden Pond was used store water for the staff and livestock of the ranch. The network of pipes leads up to the pond from the house and other areas in Point Mugu State Park and SMMNRA. The pond is at a high point in the hills, providing gravity-fed water to outlying areas, but requiring that water be pumped uphill to the pond during wetter times. The ruins of the pumps and other equipment can be seen nearby at the ranch ruins at the west end of Ranch Center Road.
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.
Do NOT leave anything of value in your car, at this or any other trailhead.
DIRECTIONS:
Exit Ventura Fwy (101) at Lynn Road. Take Lynn Road southwest 5.25 miles to Via Goleta. Rancho Sierra Vista entrance (through the stone pillars and arch) is on the left. Drive to the end, and park near the restroom facilities.
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… Peter’s cell phone – (805)443-6174.

Big Sky Trail, Simi Valley
2026-03-03 18:00 - 20:30 | Falcon Park, Simi Valley, CA, 93065, United States
This is a moderate 4-mile hike in the foothills of the Santa Susana Mountains, with an elevation gain of 650’, suitable for fit beginners.
The Hike
My hikes are slow paced (1.5-2 mph) and the listed end time is only an estimate. We take breaks, we explore, and we don’t leave anyone behind. If this hike isn’t for you, please find another that best suits your needs.
Meet me at Falcon Park (see directions below) at 6:00, with a start time at 6:05.
The hike loops around the Big Sky housing development. A portion of the hike follows the creek that runs through the neighborhood. Most of the elevation gain will be at the beginning, however, there are about nine additional inclines dotted throughout. Once we reach the ridge at the top, we’ll have great views of Whiteface Mountain and surrounding mountains in all directions.
The hike will be cancelled if:

Hot weather, high winds, rain, or fire

Essentials

Ventura County SARS 10 Essentials
Bring 2 liters of water, flashlights, snacks, electrolytes
Bring your hiking poles if needed.
Wear good hiking boots/shoes, sunscreen, hat
Bring a jacket for cooler weather
Bug spray

Other Details

Trail: fire Road, single track, crossing the street, sometimes through neighborhoods
Dogs: On a leash per state law
Restrooms: Behind a rock
Water Fountain: None
Parking: Free
Known Dangers: Rattlesnakes, mountain lions, bobcats, tarantulas, scorpions, slip-‘n-fall, poison oak
Weekday hikes in Simi Valley hikes start at 6:00pm. All other hikes start at 6:30pm.

Directions
Park on the street at Falcon park
Google coordinates: 34.288278, -118.765722
View the Google Map

From the 118 Freeway in Simi Valley, take the Erringer Road exit and go north.
If you’re facing east, turn left.
If you’re facing west, turn right.
At about 1/2 mile, turn left onto Falcon and continue until you reach the end (about ¼ mile or less) to Falcon Park which is on the left.
The parking lot will be closed but you can park at the very end of the street near or in the neighborhood.
Don’t park where there are “no parking” signs that are posted along the street.

Alltrails Route
DISCLAIMER/RELEASE OF LIABILITY:

You must RSVP to attend this event, no exceptions.
The PM Hiker organizers are not trained leaders and do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips.
If you sign up for any event, you are releasing the PM Hiker organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries.
Hiking and other outdoor events can be dangerous, and accidents can happen.
Per Meetup rules, you are responsible for your own safety and well-being. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience. You take full responsibility for your own actions.
If you decide to proceed ahead, or in another direction, with or without informing the PM Hiker organizer, you become responsible for your own safety and return to the trailhead.
These rules apply to any guests you may invite.

Potrero – All paved – Easy Intermediate
2026-03-03 18:00 - 21:30 | 4161 Potrero Rd, Potrero Road 4161, Thousand Oaks, CA, 91320, United States
5.75 miles, 700′ gain. Easy Intermediate.
Do not park on Potrero else risk getting a ticket. You need a permit to park on this street. Side streets such as Pinehill or Greenwood are good to park.
This hike is a great trail when it might be muddy because almost the entire hike is on an asphalt path through a huge state park (> 20 sq miles). It’s also a good option when it’s very hot out, because this is one of the cooler areas where we hike, half shaded, and most of the incline is on the return.
Since the elevation gain is low and the route is paved, we’ll be likely hiking a little faster than typical. It’s a little more than 8 miles to go all the way to the ocean.
At the 2.9 mile mark, we’ll find a picnic table 350′ off to the right side, where we’ll stop and have a social event for about an hour before heading back the way we came. There are no turns on this hike, so as long as you stay on the asphalt path, you really can’t get lost.
Directions
4161 Potrero Rd.
Thousand Oaks, CA 91320
34.156636, -118.962989
Note that when turning left at the dead end to continue on Potrero Rd., the sign at the intersection will say S. Reino. It is that name if you go right. But we go to the left, so it is a continuation of Potrero Rd.
From the west: 101-S, Exit 48B Wendy Dr., turn right.
From the east: 101-N, Exit 47C Wendy Dr., turn left.
South on Wendy Dr. until it deadends at Potrero Rd.
Right on Potrero Rd. for 0.5 miles.
Left to stay on Potrero Rd. (it is Reino if you turn right) for 0.5 miles.
Turn right on Pinehill Ave. and park.
Walk 800 feet back to the intersection of Potrero Rd. and Big Sycamore Canyon Rd.
Do not park on Potrero Rd.
The Hike
Distance: 5.9 miles.
Gain: 700′, mostly on the return.
Distribution: The return section has an extended incline.
Difficulty: Easy Intermediate.
Shape: Out and Back.
Pace: 2.0 mph.
Trail Type: Asphalt path.
Trail Variations: Rolling stroll with an extended incline.
Duration: 3.5 hours.
Dogs: Yes.
Restrooms: Yes, along the way at the start.
Drinking Fountains: Yes, along the way at the start.
Parking: Free along Pinehill Ave. No parking on Potrero, it is for residents with a permit only.
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.
Hosting
Route: The host knows the route. A pic of the route has been posted as part of this description.
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.
This hike is out-and-back on an asphalt path, While it will be acceptable to split from the group moving faster, slower, or otherwise at your own pace, keep in mind if you get ahead, you must know where we are stopping.
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Humpday Hike - Vista of the Angels, a.k.a. Angel Vista via the Rosewood Trail.
2026-03-04 17:45 - 19:15 | Rosewood Trail to Angel Vista, Regal Oak Court 305, Thousand Oaks, CA, 91320, United States
5:45 PM START TIME – WEDNESDAY NIGHT – This might be the last time for this event before Kim resumes her weekly hike schedule 🙂
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, not too hard nor too easy – I would say it’s “Just Right”!
Although not a true beginner’s hike, the gain is spread out evenly over the whole climb which makes it fall on the easier end of the intermediate scale (while still being a good workout). There is a great picnic table at the top which makes it perfect place to do a little socializing during these crazy times! . We will try to limit this time to about 15-20 minutes max. so we can get back down at a decent hour (I’m shooting for around 7:30ish), so I can grab some afterward…it is during of the week after all!
It can also get a bit chilly up there, even during the warmest weather, so if you get cold easily bring a jacket, hat, gloves, blanket or other suitable warming device.
Directions: From the 101 take the Ventu Park exit and go South toward the ocean. At Lynn Road turn right. VERY soon you will pass an open space on your left. Watch for the entrance to Regal Oak Ct on your left, where you will turn…um…left. Take it all the way to the end and park. This is a neighborhood, so let’s try to be somewhat restrained. We will meet at the trailhead on the left/east side of the road.
Distance: 3.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 790′
Difficulty: Easy to Intermediate
Dogs: Leashed, per State law
Restrooms: No, but there are many bushes, but please watch out for the (2) patches of poison oak!
Water Fountain: No
Parking: Free along the street
Trail: Single track, excellent condition
Sunset: 5:54, so bring a light!!!
Known Dangers: Rattlesnakes , those pesky rocks that jump up out of know where, inconsiderate MTBer’s or people that talk your off!!!
Disclaimer / Release of Liability: You must RSVP to attend this event, no exceptions. Hiking and other outdoor events are inherently dangerous and accidents can happen. By participating in any posted event, you’re taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. This 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. You are responsible for you. If you choose to sign up for any events, you are releasing the Group and its organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries. Your personal safety depends on your own judgement and experience. This applies to any guests you may invite.
