Explore the Rimrock Valley & Conejo Ridge Open Space ~ Fairly Gentler Friendly

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You've seen the Rimrock Valley from the Los Robles Trail system, probably without knowing its name or how to get into and out of it. This will introduce you to a virtually unknown trailhead, smack in the center of Thousand Oaks, and show you the way.

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We'll be hiking into and up out of a picturesque box canyon, up the Conejo Ridge to the Westlake Edison Fire Road, past the "Bench Hill" and across part of the Los Robles Trail before crossing the Edison Fire Road again, descending into the Rimrock Valley, through the valley, and back to the cars.

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I've just hiked the route today (Monday 4/25), and it's thick with wildflowers and foxtails; long pants, high-top shoes, and trekking poles are very worthwhile. There are two patches of poison oak that I saw; I'll point them out along the way.

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The total distance is just over 4 miles, with a +/- 1,300 ft. vertical. There are a few steep spots, with some loose rock. Sturdy shoes are always a good idea, and this hike is no exception.

Dogs are allowed in the Conejo Ridge Open Space (under control, on a 6-foot leash), but you'll be brushing out foxtails for hours... just sayin'.

** Rain Cancels this hike. (http://www.accuweather.com/en/weather-news/storm-to-deliver-desperately-needed-rain-to-california-southwest-us-midweek/56932486) **

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.

Where permitted, dogs may be brought, as long as they are under control at all times, on a 6' leash.