About us
L.A. Hiking Group is for people looking to meet others interested in walking or hiking for exercise and attending other fun events such as stair climbing, trail running, bicycling, kayaking, skiing, river rafting, etc.
We also host BBQs, parties and other social gatherings. We may even go on exotic vacations, but mostly it is about having fun in the outdoors.
L.A. Hiking Group is a nonprofit public service organization. Lifting people up is our mission. Our event hosts, event organizers, assistant organizers and organizer ("hosts") are all volunteers.
We organize many outdoor adventures in greater L.A. and surrounding areas as well as hiking, camping and backpacking trips to national parks and wildernesses throughout California and other states. Our hosts have expertise ranging from beginner, intermediate to advanced level.
The hosts of L.A Hiking Group are not professional hike leaders. You are responsible for yourself. By signing up for our events, you agree not to hold the hosts of L.A. Hiking Group responsible for whatever happens to you over these events.
L.A. Hiking Group does not certify the expertise of our hosts and is NOT responsible for any possible losses and injuries, incidental or otherwise.
For safety and liability reasons, you MUST have a recent profile PHOTO clearly showing your face and carry a personal ID to participate in our events.
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Mike Cheng
President,
Los Angeles Hiking Group
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Challenging/STEEP 96%-Moon Sunset Hike & Pool Party: Mission Peak-Granada Hills
Mission Peak Private Trailhead, 17943 Lone Oak Dr., Los Angeles, CA, USMore people will attend then showing: This event is cross-posted on other Meetup groups.
WE WILL DO THIS HIKE QUICKLY AND WITHOUT A FOOD BREAK ON TOP, AS WE WILL HEAD TO MY POOL AFTERWARDS (4 blocks away) TO HAVE FOOD AND DRINKS WITH OPTIONAL SWIMMING!
STATS
Difficulty: 5/10, Steep up & down, with some slippery spots
Length: 3 miles, 2.25 hours plus breaks
Elevation Start: 1492' / Peak: 2769’
Elevation Gain & Loss: 1277’
View: Amazing 360 View of City, Valleys and Mountains
Details: This hike has some STEEP and slippery uphill and downhill moments but has a bench at the top to relax on. We made a new uphill trail, which is not on any trail map, so this is now a loop.TRAILHEAD INFO
Plenty of parking on Lone Oak near the end of the road. In consideration of the good neighbors there, Please keep noises and talk at low volume until we get on the trail.Night-hiking in LA is amazing! Trails are practically empty, breeze is cool, & the beautiful city below you offers unlimited full-definition entertainment!
We take short rest stops as needed. At the peak/midpoint, we take a nice long social break to have a potluck (beer/soda/snacks/treats) and look at beautiful scenery.
Please RSVP & arrive by 6:55 pm for a 7:00 pm start. Change your RSVP ASAP if you can’t make it to give others a chance to hike. Repeat “No Shows” will get last priority on future hikes.
COMMON-SENSE NOTES
- Please wear proper hiking boots or shoes with deep tread
- Wear long pants as this trail is overgrown in some sections
- Bring plenty of water to drink
- Bring a headlamp for optional use after dark
- Fun, yummy snacks are always appreciated
- Health advisory: Please stay home if you are not feeling well or have recently been exposed to someone who is sick.
- Bring a Cheerful Attitude :-)
We hike every Tuesday night and for variety we do other trails that are similar to this one (never boring).
We hope to see you!
Steven & Keith
213.986.SNOW***
PLEASE - Know your limits & abilities. Check weather conditions, dress accordingly & be aware of your surroundings at all times. Watching out for poison oak, snakes, ticks, uneven footing, spectacular views, beautiful fauna all while interacting with awesome (usually) fellow hikers can be extremely hazardous, rewarding & fun.HIKE RATING SCALE
Rating a hike is subjective, meaning the difficulty of a hike will be in direct relation to how often you hike & the type of hike you prefer. Keep in mind that any hike can have the following: un-even hiking surfaces, various obstructions, water/water crossings or bouldering/rock hopping. A great hike will have all of these!
1 – A long walk
2 – 4 mile hike w/little elevation gain (E.G.)
3 – 5 mile hike w/up to 1000 ft. E.G.
4 – 5+ mile hike w/up to 1500 ft. E.G. (heart rate increases at times)
5 – 7+ mile hike w/over 1500 ft. E.G. (heart rate increasing even more at times)
6 – 7+ mile hike w/over 2000 ft. E.G. (at times you might be trying to remember how to perform CPR)
7 – 5+ mile hike w/over 2000 ft. E.G. (at times you might be muttering expletives to yourself)
8 – 10+ mile hike w/over 3500 ft. E.G. (at times you might be angry with the hike leader)
9 – 10+ mile hike w/over 5000 ft. E.G. (at times you might be thinking of reporting the hike leader to the authorities)
10 – Use your imaginationLiability Notice
Assistant Organizers, Event Hosts, and support hikers are volunteers and organize hikes without compensation and assume no responsibility for participants or guests. By signing up, you acknowledge the risks associated with outdoor activities and agree to release and discharge the Organizer, Assistant Organizers, and Event Hosts of the Los Angeles Hiking & Fitness Meetup Group from any liability arising from participation.**Please see Meetup’s Terms of Service: https://www.meetup.com/terms
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