Los Angeles Hiking Group

Come join us for a great workout, for exploring unique parts of town and for meeting new people to do an urban hybrid hike in one of the most beautiful parts of Los Angeles: Los Feliz. The hike includes some stairs and it is partially on fire road/wide trail in the Vermont Canyon/Griffith Park area. We will get to enjoy interesting architecture varying from mansions to historical buildings, including the Ennis House (by Frank Lloyd Wright , 1924), on winding narrow roads with lush greenery. The views of DTLA will be gorgeous as well. The highest point will be the Heli-Pad in Griffith Park.

LEVEL: The route itself is fairly moderate, no extreme inclines or rough trails, but our speed is above moderate (well below advanced). While we love to socialize and we do encourage newcomers, please note that moderate+ cardio fitness and brisk walking speed are required.

LENGTH: 5.4 miles, 2 long staircases up and 2 down. 1100 ft elevation gain. 2- 2 1/4 hours.

SPEED: Brisk, with a short pause to re-group at the top of the stairs and the steepest hills. There will be no sweep; bring a phone map just in case you want to leave early.

BRING: Exercise outfit, hiking shoes or tennies with good grip (4 miles on paved roads, 1+ mile on dirt trail. The trail section will have one moderately steep downhill part) sunscreen and water.

RESTROOMS: None at the start. We'll pause at the halfway point in Vermont Park for restrooms.

LOCATION: We meet at 8.30am for introductions and take off sharply at 8.35am. (If you are a few minutes late you can drive to corner of N. Berendo St. Cromwell Ave. and catch us there)

PARKING: Easy, plentiful unlimited street parking. Alert: do not fully trust the GPS, depending on your phone and app it may be slightly off. Check a map for street names!

PLEASE NO CRASHING: Urban hikes do not work well with large groups, so, unfortunately, the space is limited. I "overbook" events in anticipation of some last-minute dropouts, so you cannot count on those spots being available. Waitlist, if needed, generally clears in order but priority may be given to members with good attendance records and a posted picture (LA Hiking group rule).

LIABILITY: The organizer is an uncompensated and untrained volunteer. By joining this event each member accepts full responsibility for knowing their limits, for all injuries, medical issues, assessing safety concerns, material losses and for getting lost. Each member shall release the organizer from all liability and have their guests accept these policies, also.

I have reservations for 2 nights: July 20 and 21. . NEVER been here and always wanted to go. No set agenda but we can all plan it together.

Check in/out for campground: NOON

I can take 1 maybe 2 in my car. We can coordinate logistics. If we end up in 2 cars (the limit) note there is a $35 entrance fee.

COST: just want to recoup the $64 site fee. If only 1 person joins then it's $32 each, etc. We'll split gas. BRING CASH PLEASE. NOTHING else is covered. BRING your own food, water etc

You must bring any food/water you want, tent/sleeping bag sunscreen etc. Remember: it can get cold at night.

Amenities: tent pad, grill/fire ring, picnic table, fire pit, food locker. NO shower or electricity.

Our Policy:
Profile photo: Anyone interested in joining this event must have a profile photo showing his/her face. This is a requirement of L.A. Hiking. Without it, you will not be allowed to sign up for an event.

Waiting list priority: People who hike with with L.A. Hiking regularly will be given priority when they are on the waiting list.

Advanced hikes: Anyone interested in participating in advanced hikes (>3,000' elevation gain or distance > 10 miles or Difficulty Level > = 7) will be subject to prescreening before his/her name will be added to the list. Therefore, interested hiker must share with the event host his/her recent hiking background to establish proficiency before his/her name will be added to the list. Guests are not allowed on advanced hikes.

Early departure: If a hiker needs to be separated from the group for any reason, he/she must inform the event host. Not knowing a hiker's where about may prompt the event host to report a hiker's missing to proper authority for further actions.

No show: If you sign up for an event but did not show up, you will be removed from the next event you sign up.

No minor: Meetup user agreement and our liability waiver can not be agreed to by a minor. Therefore, you and your guest must be over 18 to participate in our events.

No drug: Zero tolerance for all illegal drug use.

Warning:
If you have prior medical condition or a family history of illnesses pertaining to heart, lungs, brain, etc. that can be aggravated by heat and physical exertion, this is not the hike for you.

If you have never done a hike of this distance or difficulty before, this hike will be very difficult for you. It may well be your death march. The mountain is not going anywhere. We will schedule this event again in the future. Do it when your mind and body are ready. Hiking is a recreation, not a suicide mission.

Release of Liability:
The organizer (me) of this trip is a volunteer and is not a professional guide. The function of the organizer is only to organize this trip. Each person who signs up for a trip/hike/or outing is responsible for his or her own safety and the safety of his or her guests.

By signing up for this trip, or any other event organized by me, you are acknowledging that you are aware and have made your guests aware of the risks, dangers and hazards associated with any outdoor activity and freely accept and fully assume all such risks, dangers and hazards, and further agree to release and discharge the organizer (me) of this hike from and against any and all liability arising from your and your guest's participation in the group activities.

L.A. Hiking, its organizer, assistant organizers, event organizers are not responsible for any injuries or accidents that may occur carpooling to and from this event, or for any injuries or accidents incurred before, during, and after this event. If you sign up or participate in an event you acknowledge that you freely and voluntarily agree to assume all risks of injuries and damages arising from, as a result of and associated with this event.

Griffith Park Moderate to Advanced Hike
*****This hike will be physically demanding at certain points, so it is not suitable for beginners.*****

Meeting Location: Lot 2 by the Merry-Go-Round, Griffith Park

Description:
Join us for a scenic and moderately challenging hike in Griffith Park! We will take single-track trails up and fire roads down, ensuring a well-rounded outdoor experience with both technical and easier terrain. The hike will cover approximately 1200 feet of elevation gain and will last about 2 hours in total.

Important Details:

• Distance & Terrain: Expect a moderate to advanced hike with 1200 feet of elevation gain. The trail includes both single-track paths and fire roads, so it will be a balanced mix of technical terrain and easier, wide trails.
• Footwear: Grippy shoes are highly recommended as the trails can be rocky and uneven in places.
• What to Bring: Please bring plenty of water and enough snacks to keep you energized for the 2-hour hike.
• Pacing: We will stick together as a group regardless of individual fitness levels, so no one will be left behind.
• Sweep: A volunteer from the group will assist with sweeping to ensure that no one gets lost or falls behind.
• Punctuality: The hike will start on time, so please arrive promptly. We will only wait for a maximum of 5 minutes for latecomers.
• Parking: Please arrive early to find parking in Lot 2 or nearby.

Important Note: The hike will begin promptly at 4pm. Latecomers will only have a 5-minute grace period before we start without them, so please be on time.
Looking forward to a fun and challenging hike with great company!