Las Virgenes Trail to China Flat Loop (18 Miles)Adventure

Get away from it all and Hike the beautiful Cheseboro Canyon Ridge to China Flat and Loop back. (18 miler)

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We'll start at the Las Virgenes Canyon Trailhead and hike the Cheseboro Canyon Ridge Trail to Shepherd's Flat. From there we'll hike to the Albertson Motorway and loop back to China Flat. From China Flat we'll go to Palo Comado Canyon Trail to Sheep Corral and down the Chesesboro Canyon Trail.

This is an exhilarating Loop trail that will take all day. I will rate this an advanced level hike for it's distance and it's elevation gain.

http://files.meetup.com/454296/Palo%20Comado_Cheeseboro.pdf

See testimonials from the same hike done 2 years ago.

https://www.meetup.com/TOaks-Hikers/photos/792251/#12415658

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Bring at least 3 liters of water, lots of food, sunscreen and hat for the long day out.

Please sign up only if you know your hiking ability and know you can finish a long hike like this.

Directions:
To get to trailhead take 101 and exit Las Virgenes Rd. Turn north to the end of road.
If you are coming up from PCH, drive up Malibu Canyon to the end (Malibu Cyn changes its name to Las Virgenes Rd).

The trailhead is marked clearly. Park on the street. If you can't park near the trailhead, just look for space down the street. We'll wait until you walk to the trailhead. Parking is free.http://photos1.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/b/1/5/a/event_79725402.jpeg

Event fee: USD1.00 per person to be collected at the trailhead.

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II am a volunteer (i.e. not liable for the group). Safety is a priority for everyone in the group. Think of this as hiking with a group of friends.

DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY

IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY:

Outdoor sports and other events we plan are inherently dangerous and accidents may happen. By participating in any posted event, you're taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Thousand Oaks Hikers Group and it's 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 any The TOaks Hikers Group events, you are releasing the TOaks Hikers Group and it's organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries. Your personal safety depends on your own judgement and experience.

Responsibility: I am not responsible for you. You are responsible for you. You should be self-sufficient and be able to find your way to safety in the event you find yourself on your own. I will not lead you back to the trailhead if you decide to turn back.

Disclaimer: The organizer and assistant organizers take no responsibility and will not be held responsible for any injuries or accidents that may occur during this hiking event. Hiking can be inherently dangerous and accidents will happen. By participating in this hike posted on this meetup web page you are taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being.