About us
Meet other hiking enthusiasts who are dedicated to hiking excursions near and far. We hike every Saturday. Our hikes vary from easy to difficult, depending on the hike location, terrain and length. We are committed to leaving no trace wherever we go.
We host camping trips a few times a year, backpack, snowshoe and organize field trips focused on topics such as geology and wildflower viewing. We work on wilderness legislation, along with participating in stewardship events that keep our city clean. We occasionally host graffiti cleanups at various locations and glass cleanups to help save the condors.
We're all about fun and a sense of community, and most of our events are completely free. All ages and fitness levels are invited to join us.
Check us out at communityhikingclub.org
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Saugus to the Sea Road to Mission Point Trail
Location not specified yetDESCRIPTION:
Our adventure begins near the parking area off The Old Road. This moderately challenging hike takes about 4 hours to complete. Depending on the season and recent rainfall, you may encounter a few creek crossings along the way. It has a gradual incline that makes the hike enjoyable without being overwhelming, and we may also share the trail with a few mountain bikers.
Open year-round, this trail offers beautiful scenery in every season. You can choose your own adventure, continue all the way to Mission Point or opt for a shorter, easier turnaround at Jones Junction. Either way, it’s a fantastic day outdoors.DETAILS:
· Hike leader volunteer(s): Michele
· Meet: Saugus at the Sea Road Trailhead at 7:15 am, departure at 7:30 am sharp (Feb 28).
· Distance: Approximately 8.8 miles.
· Elevation gain: Approximately 1,699 feet.
· Time: Approximately 4 hours hiking including a snack break.
· Conditioning: You need to be in generally good physical condition.
· Dogs: Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash.
· Restrooms: None.
· Adventure Pass: Not required.
· Turnaround: If you want an easier hike option (5.9 mi./1,328 ft. gain) you can turn around at Jones Junction.IMPORTANT NOTES: We’ll hike at a brisk pace and ask everyone to stay with the group for a friendly and safe outing. Hiking may be hazardous due to uneven footing, stream crossings, exposures, snakes, bugs, poison oak, etc. Please be aware of your abilities and their limits. You are responsible for your own safety and well-being. This event may be cancelled due to inclement weather or other conditions. You can check the weather and other conditions on the AllTrails GPS Trail Map link below.
ESSENTIAL GEAR: Hiking boots and poles. Clothing layers recommended. Snacks and 2+ liters of water and electrolytes or salt tablets. Hat and sunscreen.
The Ten Essentials of Hiking (link)
THIS HIKE RANKING: Level 3, Intermediate (see chart below).
Please only sign up to attend hikes that are consistent with your ability. Based on your hiking during the last 90 days, how would you score on the CHC Hike rating scale of one to five assuming a brisk pace?
CHC HIKE RANKING SCALE:
1. Beginner: 1-3 miles, less than 500 feet elevation gain.
2. Beginner/Intermediate: 1-7 miles, less than 700 feet elevation gain.
3. Intermediate: 5-10 miles, 1000-2000 feet elevation gain.
4. Intermediate/Advanced: 7-12 miles, up to 3000 feet elevation gain.
5. Advanced: 10-17 miles, 3000 feet or more elevation gain.TRAILHEAD LOCATION:
Saugus to the Sea Road (East Canyon) Trailhead:
24295-23785 The Old Rd, Newhall, CA 91321NAVIGATION: We highly recommend the AllTrails app be installed on your cell phones and/or you print a copy of the trail map so you can personally navigate the trail if you need to.
GPS Trail Map (link)The Community Hiking Club is a Non-Profit 501C3 organization. We rely on donations to continue sponsoring hikes like this. Please contribute by donating via: Cash contribution (at each hike), or via Zelle at 6617135610; or via Venmo at: @Heidi-Webber-5
DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY - IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY:When you sign up for this event, you are releasing Community Hiking Club from any liability or responsibility with your participation in this group activity. While safety is a priority for everyone in the group, hiking can be inherently risky. By participating in any posted event, you are assuming responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Community Hiking Club (CHC) Meetup Group and its organizers and hike leaders are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in our events. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions. If you choose to sign up for any Community Hiking Club Meetup events, you are releasing the Community Hiking Club Meetup Group and Hike Leaders from all liability in case of possible injuries or death as stated in paragraph 6.2 of the Meetup “Terms of Service” located on the bottom of the Meetup website. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience. If you sign up for this hike, you are verifying that this hike is within your abilities.
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Los Pinetos To May Peak or Camp Nine
Location not specified yetDESCRIPTION:
This adventurous out-and-back trek whisks you from Placerita Canyon's peaceful oak groves into the wild heart of the Angeles National Forest, with Camp Nine—a remote wildland firefighting station perched on Bear Divide—as your prize. Or stop at May Peak for a shorter intermediate hike if you like (see details below).You'll ease into things with a friendly stroll along the Canyon Trail before Los Pinetos Trail decides to get serious. Mile three is where this hike flexes its muscles with a heart pumping 700-foot climb that'll have you questioning your life choices—at least until the trail mercifully ducks under a canopy of shady oaks as you approach Wilson Saddle.
From the saddle, fire road 3N17 leads you onward to Camp Nine, where you've earned every bite of that summit sandwich before turning around and heading home. This roughly 12-mile round-tripper delivers big rewards: sweeping mountain panoramas, dramatic landscape shifts from sunbaked chaparral to cool forest corridors, and a peek at the backcountry infrastructure that keeps these mountains from going up in smoke. Just know what you're signing up for—over 1,100 feet of elevation gain in four miles, rocky and occasionally cranky trail conditions, and exposed stretches that laugh at your sunscreen.
DETAILS:
Hike leader volunteer(s): Tim R.- Meet: 19798 Placerita Canyon Rd, at 6:45 am, departure at 7:00 am sharp (Mar 14).
- Distance: Approximately 9.6/11.7 miles.
- Elevation gain: Approximately 2,333/2,470 feet.
- Time: Approximately 6.0 hours hiking including a snack break.
- Conditioning: You need to be in generally good physical condition.
- Dogs: Dogs are allowed.
- Restrooms: There are bathrooms at the trailhead.
- Adventure Pass: Required.
IMPORTANT NOTES: We’ll hike at a brisk pace and ask everyone to stay with the group for a friendly and safe outing. There may be stream crossings, exposures, bugs or other warnings. As always, people may slip and fall, encounter poison oak, snakes, etc. on this hike. This event may be cancelled due to inclement weather before or at the start of the hike. Check the weather report and plan accordingly.
ESSENTIAL GEAR: Hiking boots and poles. Clothing layers are recommended. Snacks and 2+ liters of water and electrolytes or salt tablets. Hat and sunscreen.
The Ten Essentials of Hiking (link)
THIS HIKE RANKING: Level 4, Intermediate (see chart below).
Please only sign up to attend hikes that are consistent with your ability. Based on your hiking during the last 90 days, how would you score on the CHC Hike rating scale of one to five assuming a brisk pace?CHC HIKE RANKING SCALE:
1. Beginner: 1-3 miles, less than 500 feet elevation gain.
2. Beginner/Intermediate: 1-7 miles, less than 700 feet elevation gain.
3. Intermediate: 5-10 miles, 1000-2000 feet elevation gain.
4. Intermediate/Advanced: 7-12 miles, up to 3000 feet elevation gain.
5. Advanced: 10-17 miles, 3000 feet or more elevation gain.TRAILHEAD LOCATION: 19798 Placerita Canyon Rd, Newhall, CA 91321
NAVIGATION: We highly recommend the AllTrails app be installed on your cell phones and/or you print a copy of the trail map so you can personally navigate the trail if you need to.
The Community Hiking Club is a Non-Profit 501C3 organization. We rely on donations to continue sponsoring hikes like this. Please contribute by donating via: Cash contribution (at each hike), or via Zelle at 6617135610; or via Venmo at: @Heidi-Webber-5
DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY - IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY:
When you sign up for this event, you are releasing Community Hiking Club from any liability or responsibility with your participation in this group activity. While safety is a priority for everyone in the group, hiking can be inherently risky. By participating in any posted event, you are assuming responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Community Hiking Club (CHC) Meetup Group and its organizers and hike leaders are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in our events. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions. If you choose to sign up for any Community Hiking Club Meetup events, you are releasing the Community Hiking Club Meetup Group and Hike Leaders from all liability in case of possible injuries or death as stated in paragraph 6.2 of the Meetup “Terms of Service” located on the bottom of the Meetup website. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience. If you sign up for this hike, you are verifying that this hike is within your abilities.24 attendees
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