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Santa Monica Hiking Club, powered by Pacific Social Club, is one of Southern California’s fastest-growing outdoor and social communities — bringing together professionals, creatives, entrepreneurs, wellness enthusiasts, and adventure seekers through curated hikes, social experiences, wellness events, and community gatherings.
What started as a local hiking group has evolved into a vibrant social movement focused on connection, health, adventure, and authentic community. From scenic Malibu hikes and beach walks to exclusive social events and brand collaborations, the club creates experiences designed to help people meet like-minded individuals while exploring the best of Los Angeles and beyond.
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See fireworks in 4 directions! 4 mile Hike, Glendale. Low elevation, Mod. Easy
intersection of Camino San Rafael and Flintridge Drive, N 34.18330 W 118.21015, Glendale, CA, US## Also posted on LA Hiking group
TWO-HIKES:
MEET HERE AT 6pm https://maps.app.goo.gl/TUmMZyhq3B7w4Fr77
HIKE FROM 6:00 TO 8:00 PMMEET HERE AT 8:30: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jJFEusR1ViTX3k7K7
THEN....SHORT EASY HIKE TO PEAK TO WATCH FIREWORK DISPLAYS:
at the top of the "Ridge Lateral Motorway"-------See fireworks in 4 directions!-------
From here, we have an unobstructed view of fireworks and drone shows
---to the East at the Rose Bowl, --to the South at Dodger's stadium,
--to the North at La Crescenta & Sunland-Tujunga,
--- and to the West at Hollywood bowl, Universal studios and Studio City chamber of commerce shows.The plan is to meet at 6:00, and walk for about 2 hours. We'll pass Cerro Negro Peak and continue north towards Descanso Gardens, with about 200 feet of elevation gain each way.
Hike is on wide dirt roads and single track paths.
Then we return to our cars by 8:15, and walk or drive to theThen we return to our cars by 8:15, and walk or drive to the second trailhead, get our chairs/blankets and snacks out of our cars and hike a half mile up the dirt road to the mini-peak, plunk down on top and watch the Rose bowl drones and other fireworks displays.BRING CHAIRS, SNACKS, DRINKS, MAYBE MOSQUITO REPELLENT, BLANKET, WARM CLOTHES, ETC FOR THE SHORT HIKE TO THE FIREWORKS-WATCHING PEAK
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HIKE VIDEOS AND PHOTOS:
rexhikes.blogspot.com
My Mountain: http://mountrexmore.comLEGAL STUFF: AND AS USUAL, YOU AGREE BY GOING ON THIS HIKE THAT YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY AND THAT THE MEETUP FOLKS HAVE NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOUR SAFETY. PLEASE SEE THE MEETUP TERMS OF MEMBERSHIP: https://www.meetup.com/terms/ ESPECIALLY PARAGRAPH 11. IF YOU DO NOT ACCEPT FULL RESPONSIBILITY YOU CANNOT HIKE WITH US--I DON'T MAKE THE RULES, I JUST GOTTA FOLLOW THEM
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🌸🌼🌺FRYMAN CANYON and RAINFOREST COMPLETE LOOP!! - Mendocino Farms after🌼🌺
Wilacre Park in Fryman Canyon, 3431 Fryman Rd, Studio City, CA, USPLEASE BRING PLENTY OF WATER!!! 🌞
ADVISE PARKING ON THE STREET AS LOT FILLS UP FAST.
SEE ALTERNATE PARKING SUGGESTIONS BELOW.We'll meet at Wilacre Park parking lot to begin the hike through wooded and scenic Fryman Canyon. Allow yourself a little time to find nearby parking since the lot is small and frequently full... SEE LINK BELOW. This hike is a loop to Fryman Canyon with a visit to the "rainforest" stream and canopy of majestic trees where we will take our social break, have a snack and take a group shot. The total distance is about 5 miles.
Moderately challenging trail with about 900 feet of total gain. All on maintained trails.
Post hike dining and socializing at Mendocino Farms, corner of Laurel Canyon and Ventura Blvd.
Mendocino Farms, 11960 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA
MAP TO MENDOCINO FARMSLINK TO ALTERNATE PARKING
- Alternate street parking is usually great near Mound View Avenue and Laurel Terrace Drive which is a 10 minute walk to the trailhead.
-START TIME: We usually wait 15 minutes grace, but please try to arrive early.
There is a map in the photos section showing the complete path we are taking as well as an arrow indicating alternate parking.LEGAL STUFF: by going on this hike, you agree to assume all risks of this hike, and that no one at Meetup including the organizer is responsible for your safety. See the Meetup terms of service especially paragraph 6.2:
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