π«Back to School Hike to the CLU Rocks
Details
The "CLU" rocks are located on Mount Clef Ridge overlooking the Cal Lutheran University campus. They have been a fixture of CLU's landscape since its second academic year (1962). Every year, in one of Cal Lutheran's longest-standing traditions, freshman and transfer students paint the rocks.
To get there we'll be taking a "slightly" πmore difficult route than the students use: From Wildwood Park via the Santa Rosa Trail. We will return via the Lower Butte Trail. Along the way there will be breathtaking views of Santa Rosa Valley, Thousand Oaks, and the CLU campus.
Hike is about 7.6 miles with 1,300 ft total ascent and rated MEDIUM+ See the HWD Hike Rating Guide
Note that "CLU" is misspelled. It should read "HWD" π
DIRECTIONS
Meet in the east parking lot on Canna st (not the tennis courts)
Take either Lynn Rd or the 23 to Avenida de los Arboles. Turn west and drive (0.6 miles from Lynn Rd) to the Wildflower Playfield. Turn right on Canna St then left into parking lot, or park on street.
IMPORTANT
Trail statistics are approximate. For safety purposes always assume they are underestimated. But donβt be disappointed if they are overestimated.
Bring more water and snacks than you think youβll need.
Trail descriptions are based on previous hikes. Current conditions are unknown until arrival. Expect the unexpected and plan accordingly.
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