7.0 Mile Urban Hike, El Sereno, Elephant Hill to Paradise Hill, Fast Pace

Come join us for a FAST-paced 7.0 mile urban hike starting in South Pasadena, across the newly opened trails of Elephant Hill in El Sereno, to the incredible views from Paradise Hill. Enjoy the interesting neighborhood vibes, the cooler evening air, and the spectacular setting sun.

NOTE: Before signing up, be sure to review the safety guidelines and policies below, including the 'No Crashing'/'Guests Must Also Sign Up' policy and the 'Timeframe for Cancelling an RSVP/Signup' policy.

LEVEL: Advanced/Fast for speed (approximately 17-18 mins per mile), a few staircases, and some long street inclines, otherwise moderate plus. We are a friendly group that loves to socialize and encourages newcomers, but please note that moderate+ level of cardio fitness and fast walking speed are required.

LENGTH: 7.0 miles, a few staircases, and some long street inclines. Elevation gain is 900ft. Approximately 2:15 hours.

SPEED: Advanced/Fast speed of approximately 17-18 mins per mile. We will try to take a quick pause to re-group at the top of stairs and steep hills but our regulars like to keep up a good solid fast pace of about 17-18 minutes per mile. There will be no sweep, so bring your phone for navigation just in case you fall behind or want to leave early.

BRING: Flashlight (with a red, yellow or orange light), exercise outfit, workout shoes, and sufficient water.

MEETING POINT: We will meet for introductions at 6:00 pm at the corner of Via Del Rey and Camino Verde (as a reference, use 401 Camino Verde, South Pasadena, 91030), and take off sharply at 6.05 pm.

RESTROOMS: Only random Port-a-Potties that we might come across along the route).

PARKING: Free street parking on Via Del Rey and Camino Verde. Parking at your own risk.

'NO CRASHING'/'GUESTS MUST ALSO SIGN UP': All participants MUST sign up through the Meetup app and check in with the leader upon arrival. If someone is a bringing a guest, then that guest MUST also sign up as well through the Meetup app before the hike if space is available. There are NO exceptions. The waitlist, if any, generally clears in order. Members with a good attendance record and a posted picture (LA Hiking Group rule) may get some priority.

CANCELLING AN RSVP/SIGNUP: Please sign up only if you think there's a realistic chance that you will make the hike. If folks sign up and then decide that they can't make it, please be sure to change your RSVP to "Not Going" at least 24-36 hours before the scheduled time for the hike in order: (1) allow me to more accurately predict the number of participants on the hike, and (2) allow people on the waitlist to join the hike within a reasonable amount of time of the hike. Waiting until the last minute to cancel (or simply not showing up) is not fair to me and to other LA Hiking members.

PROFILE NAME AND PIC: Be sure to update your profile to indicate at least your first name, and include a picture showing your face, per group policy. This is for your safety and to discourage non-signed-up crashers.

LIABILITY: The organizer is an untrained and unpaid volunteer. By joining this event each member accepts full and total responsibility for knowing their limits, for all injuries and health issues, assessing all risks, for any material losses, for falling behind, and for getting lost. Each member fully releases the host from any and all liability.