Whiting Ranch - Unusual route with Billy Goat 7+ mi. moderate

Join us for a moderate pace morning hike in scenic Whiting Ranch Wilderness park.
This moderate pace loop consists of both flat easy trails and some challenging climbs, Including Billy Goat

Note: We are always vigilant of Mountain Bikers speeding down the hills and Rattlesnakes on the trails.

Route:
We will start out on the Serrano Trail and take that to Line Shack (right) to Whiting Road and to Sleepy Hollow to Sage Scrub then to Vulture View up to Santiago to Cactus Hill (right) to four Corners and go down Mustard to Billy Goat (right) to Whiting Spur and back to Four Corners from there we will take Whiting Rd back to Serrano Cow and Serrano back to trail head.

Hike Details:
Go time: 7:am sharp
Difficulty: Moderate to challenging
Distance: 7.5 mi.
Elev. Gain: 1400 ft.

Essentials:
Traction hiking shoes
Water (at least 1.5-2L; electrolytes recommended)
Light snacks
Hat, sunscreen, sunglasses
Hiking poles (recommended if you normally use them)

Disclaimer & Safety Notice: Not So Casual Hikes are challenging outings designed for hikers in strong shape who know their limits and show up prepared. Organizers are volunteers—not guides—and cannot be responsible for your pace, navigation, or safety. We hike at a steady pace and the group may spread out. Please be prepared to navigate independently if you fall behind, though we’ll aim to check in at major junctions when possible.

Note:
By signing up for this hike you accept full responsibility for your fitness, gear, hydration, and navigation, and agree to hold harmless the Organizer, Co-Organizer, Assistant Organizers, and fellow participants for any accidents or injuries. Participation also means you agree to Meetup’s Terms of Service. Hiking carries inherent risks, including trip/fall injuries, bee stings, poison oak, ticks, snakes, coyotes, mountain lions or other wildlife, Dress in layers & be prepared for sun exposure, heat, or marine layer conditions depending on the day.