Upper Sycamore Canyon Loop

Join me on a conditioning evening hike.

This hike is a moderate five mile loop with a total elevation gain/loss of about 600 ft. This hike starts at Potrero Rd and Big Sycamore Canyon Rd. There is no parking on Potrero Rd or Big Sycamore Canyon Rd, so park on Pinehill Ave. We will hike Big Sycamore Canyon Rd to the Chumash Village and take the Satwiwa trail to connect with the Upper Sycamore Canyon trail. We then head down the Upper Sycamore Canyon trail to Big Sycamore Canyon Rd. We will hike back to our cars on Big Sycamore Canyon Rd.
Distance: ~5 miles
Elevation Gain: 600 ft
Difficulty: Intermediate due to pace, we do not stop, we may take one break halfway through but that is it.
Dogs: No. This hike is on Point Mugu State Park and dogs are not allowed on the trails
Restrooms: No
Water Fountain: No
Parking: Pinehill Ave
Trail: Loop
Sunset: 6:02 PM
Weather: Rain, Wind, Extreme temperatures cancels hike
Known Dangers: Rattlesnakes, slip-'n-fall, poison oak, and mountain bikes.
Bring: Extra layer (wind breaker recommended) to take on and off as needed, Flashlight/headlamp and a snack for the short break if needed.
Water maybe 2L if you sweat a lot. It is always good to bring more than you need!
Have a mask to take on and off as needed out of respect to other hikers/bikers we pass on the trail and in our group during the pandemic. We need to also continue to practice social distancing ourselves to continue to prevent the spread of Covid.

Directions: From 101 (Ventura Freeway) take the Wendy off ramp and head south (towards the ocean). In about 2 miles Wendy ends at Potrero Rd. Turn right and go about ½ mile and at the stop sign turn left on Potrero Rd. The trailhead is about another ½ mile.