Inspire-Challenge STEEP 85%-Moon Sunset Hike El Ocaso Trl to Parker Mesa Ovrlook

Inspiring, Challenging, STEEP Hike: El Ocaso Trail to Parker Mesa Overlook (Rabbit Hole) (Pacific Palisades/East Unincorporated Malibu)

More people will attend than showing as this event is cross-posted on other Meetup groups.

This area is on the fringe of a fire burn zone from the January 2025 fires. The neighborhood and trails have reopened to the public. Some of the trails have charred branches, black dirt and debris, and we have to use alternate paths in some spots.

STATS
Out and back
Difficulty: 5/10, Moderate but steep uphill
Length: 3.26 miles, 2.25 hours plus breaks
Elevation Gain & Loss: 1391’; Peak: 1523’
View: Panoramic view of Malibu, ocean, West Side, Downtown
Details: The El Ocaso Trail (Rabbit Hole) trail has some STEEP and slippery moments, is not on most trail maps & has 2 benches on top to relax on.

TRAILHEAD INFO
The trail head is at the end of Los Liones street. Please park on the west side of the street, not in the parking lots, and follow directions of all the signs.

Google maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/2EhBHJUWwtx562MF6

GPS Coordinates: 34°02'49.1"N 118°33'36.5"W

Please RSVP & arrive by 6:55 pm for a 7 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.

If you have any issues, feel free to call or text the leaders!

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 long break to enjoy a potluck feast (beer/soda/yummy snacks), socialize and/or soak in the beautiful scenery.

COMMON-SENSE NOTES
• Please wear proper hiking boots or shoes with deep tread
• Consider wearing long pants as this trail may be 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 & for variety we do other trails that are similar to this one (never boring).
We hope to see you!

Steven & Keith
213.986.SNOW / 213.507.2221

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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 imagination

Liability 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.

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