The PM Hikers

Join me Wednesday, June 10 to hike the canyon and then go up to the old Cochina Mine. There should be some lovely green and flowers along the way.
This group usually does not hike at a slow pace so please keep that in mind if joining.
Starting out Las Llajas Canyon Trail is fairly easy but it does become a moderately difficult hike if you decide to hike up to the mine area. As a group we can decide if we are up to going up the hill to the mine or not, so it will depend on how we feel due to weather, light etc and if we can stay together. If we go to the mine it might be more like 7 miles. You can always decide to stay in the canyon and do the easy route and we can decide as a group if we want to go a little further. Do note that we won't wait too long if you are behind a good distance but would keep going.
The mine at the top still has some shells and interesting relics! Each time I go I see or learn something different about the place.

This hike should probably only take about 2 hours at my pace but allow for 3 just in case! We will take a short break to explore the mine area and then head back the way we came. It will probably be dark on the way back so please make sure you have a light. The hill up to the mine is steep and not for beginners, The canyon portion is easy and scenic but please wear shoes appropriate for hiking with good tread.

Distance: 6 miles (or more depending on what you decide)

Elevation Gain: 1000'

Difficulty: Easy Intermediate

Dogs: no

Restrooms: no

Water Fountain: No

Trail: Out and back

Sunset: 8:02 pm please bring a light or charged phone just to be prepared, we may not need it.
Known Dangers: Rattlesnakes and ticks can be on this trail so beware! Something else occasionally sighted here depending on the time of year are wandering steers since the trail is in a ranching area. Slip-'n-fall is always possible so please wear good shoes or use poles if you wish to, poison oak may also be on the trail so watch what you brush up against.

Bring:

• Please bring at minimum a water bottle of at least a liter, a mistake beginners often make is thinking it is cool or easier so they do not need much water. I would rather carry it and not need it than not have it.
• An optional snack if you think you need one for when we take a little break at the mine or at our halfway turn around point.
• Flashlight/headlamp
• Hat or sunglasses if you feel you need them since we start in daylight
• An extra layer to put on and off, when you stop it can get chilly!

This hike will be cancelled: if it is excessively hot, windy, rainy or if less than 2 people besides myself are signed up by the afternoon of the event.

Driving directions and parking: 118 Yosemite offramp go toward the hills and turn right at Evening Sky, trailhead on the left. Park on the street but watch the signs for the sections that say no parking.

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.

Near sunset on the Chumash Mar 26, 2026. Thank you Jimbo

Get outdoors and enjoy Spring sunsets on the Chumash Trail with us on Thursday evening. You know you should and you know you want to.
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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.