Santa Susana Pass State Historic Park Hiking Group

POSTING ON BEHALF OF THE CALIFORNIA STATE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
Santa Susana Pass State Historic Park Stagecoach Trail Hike
Difficulty level: Difficult
Start time: 8:00 AM
End time: 11:00 AM
Hike Leader: Ken

Hike the Waterfall Trail and the Stagecoach Trail for an impressive view of the San Fernando Valley. Get a workout in before your Memorial Day barbecue. Learn about the geography, history, flora, and fauna of the Santa Susana Pass State Historic Park.

This is a difficult hike due to uneven terrain and steep slopes. A walking stick or trekking poles are recommended. The distance is 3.5 miles roundtrip.

Meet at the Andora trailhead, 9955 Andora Ave. Chatsworth, 91311. Take Lassen west (past Topanga Canyon and toward the Simi Hills) until it dead-ends (no pun intended) at the Chatsworth Oaks Cemetery. Turn left and park on the street. Meet in front of the information kiosk and look for the hike leader in uniform.

DO NOT follow the online directions to the State Park because it will take you to a different entrance.

Wear sunscreen and long pants because the brush is thick and sticky. A light jacket or long-sleeved shirt is also recommended. Although we try to avoid poison oak, sometimes it is encountered. Wear sturdy hiking boots. A walking stick is preferred by some hikers. Bring plenty of water. A hat is also recommended.

Well-behaved dogs are welcome as long as they are on leash. Please remember to bring enough water for your four-legged friend. All minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Temperatures above 90 degrees, dense fog, rain (even light rain), and red flag warnings cancel the event.

Special Mindfulness Hike in the Santa Susana Pass State Historic Park
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Distance: 2.0 miles
Entrance: Andora Trailhead, 9861 Andora, Chatsworth, CA 91311
Theme: Mindfulness
Hike Leader: Wendi

By popular demand, we are offering a Mindfulness hike for the public. This hike is appropriate for adults and teenagers ages 14 years and older. Dogs are NOT allowed on this hike.

The Andora Trailhead is just south of the Oakwood Cemetery in Chatsworth. 9955 Andora, Chatsworth, CA 91311 Look for the opening in the fence and the brown State Park kiosk. Park on the street. DO NOT follow the online directions to the State Park because it will take you to the wrong park.

Wear long pants because the brush is thick and sticky. A light jacket or long-sleeved shirt is also recommended. Although we try to avoid poison oak, sometimes it is encountered. Wear sturdy hiking boots. Some hikers prefer a walking stick. Bring plenty of water.

The SSPSHP is primitive – this means that there are no toilets after you leave the Andora trailhead, so please plan accordingly.

Rain cancels, even light rain. If the temperature reaches 90 degrees, there is dense fog, or there is a red flag warning, the hike will be canceled.