Hike to Cherry Canyon (Glendale start), Level: Moderate+

Come join us for a great workout, for exploring new trails and for meeting new people to hike Cherry Canyon.

We'll start at the Glendale Sports Complex by taking the Catalina Verdugo Trail clockwise up to Emerald Isle. Then we'll loop around pretty parts of Cherry Canyon enjoying gorgeous 360' views. We'll break for five minutes at Ultimate Destination and after that we'll climb back to Cerro Negro. In the end we'll trace our steps back to the Catalina Verdugo Trail and this time take the Southern part of it back to the Sports Complex. The trail has partial shade.

LEVEL: Moderate+ for some of the inclines, length and speed (above most moderate hikes, but well below advanced.) We are a friendly group that loves to socialize and encourage newcomers, but please note that moderate+ level cardio fitness and brisk walking speed are required.

LENGTH: 6.0 miles on dirt roads and well maintained single track trails. 1400 ft elevation gain. +/- 2 1/2 hours.

SPEED: Brisk, with a short pause to re-group at the top of 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, sunscreen, snacks and water .

RESTROOMS: At the sports complex (see pic). Please be back by 8.35am.

LOCATION: We meet at 8.30am for introductions and take off sharply at 8.35am. (If you are a few minutes late you can try to catch us taking the trail up clockwise, see picture of the trailhead where we are meeting)

PARKING: Free unlimited parking at the Sports Complex

PLEASE NO CRASHING: hikes like this 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.