Hill Canyon/Western Plateau to KCLU Transmitter

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Join us for a new adventure as we explore the untamed wilderness known as Rancho Conejo Open Space. We will hike in Hill Canyon which is a beautiful system of deeply eroded canyons, plateaus and ridge lines in the northwest portion of the Conejo Valley. From there we'll start gaining elevation via the Western Plateau trail. We will overlook the 101 freeway before heading off through switchbacks, single tracks and fire roads following the power lines to crest the peak with the KCLU transmitter. We will have views of the inland peaks of the Topa Topas, Ventura coastline and views of the Channel Islands. If it's a clear day we may even see snow covered peaks of eastern mountain ranges. We will descend to join the Western Plateau trail, passing through the wooded Hawk Canyon (where we watch out for poison oak) before tackling the upward journey back to our cars.

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This hike is about 7 miles with about 1500' of elevation gain.

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Directions:
Exit Highway 101 at Rancho Conejo Blvd and drive north for 1 mile, past the Amgen and Baxter buildings. Turn left onto Conejo Center Drive and park in the gravel lot on the right, past the hazardous waste collection center.

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.

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All participants must be 18 or older, or accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.