Las Llajas Canyon Trail to Coquina Mine Trail Loop (Marr Ranch Open Space)

***** RAIN OR SNOW FALLING AT TRAIL-HEAD CANCELS THIS HIKE ******

Summary: This is a moderately challenging 6-1/2 mile Level 3 (Intermediate) loop hike with 1620 feet of elevation climb. We'll hike at a moderately brisk 2-1/2 mph pace, taking about 3-1/2 hours to complete including a 20 minute snack break at the Coquina Mine Quarry site. All hikers should be able to keep up with the pace of the group, or you may be asked to sign out if you cannot keep pace.

Site Info: This hike is located in the hills of Simi Valley, California, north of the 118 Freeway. We’ll start up the Los Llajas trail from the trailhead, and climb, then switch trails to the Coquina Mine Trail. Explore an abandoned quarry site with heavy mining equipment. The geology of the area is a mix of sedimentary and metamorphic rocks, including sandstone, shale, and limestone. The rocks at the Coquina Mine Trail have been subjected to various geologic processes over millions of years, including erosion, uplift, and tectonic activity. These processes have created the unique geological features that are visible along the trail, including exposed rock layers, rock formations, and geological structures and should make for interesting hike.

Hike leader volunteers: Gary S (Julie Assisting)
Dogs: OK, if well behaved around other dogs/ people with hiking poles and on a leash.
Restrooms – None
Adventure Pass: Not required.
Bring: This is a fully exposed rocky trail, so wear appropriate hiking shoes/boots. Hiking Poles helpful. Recommend dressing in layers. Bring 2-3 L Water, Electrolytes, Sunscreen, Hat/sunglasses.

THIS HIKE RANKING: Level 3 (Intermediate)
GENERAL CHC HIKE RANKING SCALE – Caution - You should not RSVP for any hike that is beyond your current hike conditioning level. We hike at a relatively brisk pace, and ask that everyone stay with the group.
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.

Note: Any guest that you wish to invite should join the Community Hiking Club (CHC) to participate.

TRAILHEAD LOCATION: 5715 Evening Sky Drive, Simi Valley, CA (street parking) What3Words Map Link

Meet: at the Las Llajas Canyon Trailhead by 8:30am. Departure at 8:45 am sharp. We do not wait! The photo shows the trailhead sign and parking area on Evening Sky Drive.

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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.