Name: China Flat and Simi Peak
Start: 2016-03-05T08:00:00-08:00
End: 2016-03-05T11:00:00-08:00
Location: China Flat Trailhead on Lindero Canyon Road, Oak Park, CA

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IN HONOR OF THE MYTHBUSTERS' SERIES FINALE MARCH 5, we'll bust out of our comfortable Verdugos-Griffith Park-San Gabriels enclave and head West to Simi Valley. Trivia note: they've had almost as many episodes (248) as we've had hikes (285).

This perfectly-designed and justifiably-popular trail packs in impressive variety in seven miles: urban and rural vistas, a few challenging uphill sections interspersed with a long meadow stroll, and a landscape dotted with pretty sandstone boulders, live oaks and a lake. With temperatures forecast in the mid-70s, we should be comfortable for this wide-open route.

The hike starts with a ~ 1-1/2 mile uphill (gaining about 900 ft.) before a short downhill to reach China Flat. We’ll catch our breath while taking in the vistas of the peaceful China Flat meadow loop. Well rested from that stroll, we’ll then make the final push to Simi Peak (2,403 ft.), and take a snack break while enjoying the views of the Santa Susanas to the north, Mt. Baldy, San Gorgonio and San Jacinto to the east, and Catalina and possibly a few of the Channel Islands to the west.

STATS

Level: Moderate

Gain: 1,600+

Distance: 7+ miles

Time: ~4 hours

Type: Single track and fire road, lollipop, almost entirely exposed

Dogs: Permitted on leash

Water: Not available

Restrooms: Not available, nearest to trailhead are 2 miles north of the 101 exit at Mae Boyer Park (http://goo.gl/maps/585P2), 130 Kanan Road, at Conifer, Oak Park (open at 6 am)

Parking: Free street parking, but look for posted signs

Bring: Hat, sunscreen, 2-3 liters of water, snacks to share at the top. Poles may be helpful on the ascent to/descent from the peak itself.

DIRECTIONS

The trailhead is on Lindero Canyon Road between King James Court and Wembly in Oak Park, CA 91377. From the 101 North, exit at Kanan Road and go 4.1 miles to Lindero Canyon Road. Turn right and go one mile. The trailhead sign is just before Wembly Ave.

Email Shawn if you’re interested in carpooling from the north lot of the L.A. Zoo; we’ll leave about 7 am.

Here’s a map. (http://goo.gl/maps/SzATM)

Shawn’s mobile: 213/308-7372

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NOTE: Member Mel shares a special offer for the Verdugo Mountains 10K (http://www.runtheverdugos.com/) on Sunday, May 1: only $25 if you sign up today Sunday, February 28 using our group discount code "vm16hmtmn." The annual event benefits the Glendale Park and Open Space Foundation.

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The Organizer, Assistant Organizers and event hosts in this group are not professional guides. The function of the organizer is only to organize the trip. Each person who signs up for a trip/meetup/ or outing is responsible for his or her own safety and the safety of his or her guests. By signing up for a hike, or any other event organized by this group, you are acknowledging that you are aware and have made your guests aware of the risks, dangers and hazards associated with any outdoor activity and freely accept and fully assume all such risks, dangers and hazards, and further agree to release and discharge the Organizer, Assistant Organizers and event hosts of this Meetup Group from and against any and all liability arising from your and your guest's participation in the group activities.

Shawn

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