The PM Hikers

This hike worked so well last week, I decided to do it again, but this time in reverse!!!*

Today will be your last chance "ever" to hike on August 14, 2026!!! Just think about that, once it is lost, it is gone forever. If your calendar is empty and you haven't hiked as much as you would have liked to yet this month or year, here is your chance!!!
The hike is a not too difficult 4.5 mile loop with quite a bit of shade.
Along the way there is this giant picnic table that you see in the above photo, which is a great spot for photos and a quick break before the climb to a beautiful overlook. From there we will decend and after about a mile find ourselves in a beautiful oak forest, then back to our cars for the "next thing", whatever that happens to be 🌮🍜🍦🚀🧸🍔🍕🛀🛌

As a note, these Friday Last Minute Hikes are a placeholder for FB Bill's Friday hikes while he is away enjoying life...I for one look forward to his return!

If you will be driving North on the 101, get off on Moorpark Rd and turn left. Turn right on Greenmeadow Dr and drive to the Greenmeadow Parking lot.

If you will be driving South on the 101, exit at Moorpark Rd (DO NOT exit at Lynn Road) and turn right. Turn right on Greenmeadow Dr and drive to the Greenmeadow Parking lot.
Bring a snack (optional) for the break at the Overlook.
Sunset: 7:43 p.m.
*Well...there was five of us🙃

So whats new and improved, you may ask? Well for one we are lowering the price. First 10 hikers to the half mile marker get a dime. So the price have been lowered from zero to -10 cents.
Second, there is no second. But this works for selling toothpaste so its worth a try.
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Pic is Sunset on the Rocky Peak trail Oct 2023. Thank you Teka,

WhereAmEye (Tall Mark) has been doing this hike in every Sunday afternoon for over 20 years, and he'll be leading this event as long as he keeps getting large annual hike-organizer pay raises. This hike always happens, even when it rains, snows, hails, or blows. The only exception is when it's on fire (or Mark sprains his knee).

This is a fire road with great views of the valleys and scenic rock formations all along. It starts out steep, moderates for a while with some flat spots, undulates easily for a while, then a final steady grade (but not too steep) to the lemonade stand at the top. The lemonade stand operators apologize for never being there when youre hot and thirsty, or not.

Distance: 5.0 miles (I think anyway, but 4.9 semi officially).

Elevation Gain: 1200'

Difficulty: Intermediate - hard for beginners

Dogs: Yes, but must be leashed

Restrooms: No

Water Fountain: No

Parking: Free at trailhead

Trail: Out and back, single track, rugged

Sunset: Varies, but bring a headlamp or flashlight when needed!

Known Dangers: Rattlesnakes, slip-'n-fall, COVID-19 infected hikers

Bring:

Flashlight/headlamp when it's dark

Sunscreen and hat when it's not (It gets hot as Hades in summer)

LOTS of H20 when it's hot (maybe 2L if you sweat a lot)

DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY:

• If you choose to sign up for any event, you are releasing the organizers of PM Hikers from all liability in case of possible injuries.

• The organizers of PM Hikers are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips. By participating in any posted event, you're taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being.

• Hiking and other outdoor events are inherently dangerous and accidents can happen. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions.

• Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience.

5:45 PM START TIME - MONDAY NIGHT -
Monday's can be tough, heck, everyday can be difficult...so let's get rid of that stress and start the week off with a hike!
**Last week we had a great turnout******

This is kind of my "go to" hike, it's on my way home, it's not too long and the views can be spectacular!

This is a great weeknight hike, not too hard nor too easy - I would say it's "Just Right”!

Although not a true beginner’s hike, the gain is spread out evenly over the whole climb which makes it fall on the easier end of the intermediate scale (while still being a good workout). There is a great picnic table at the top which makes it perfect place to do a little socializing during these crazy times! . We will try to limit this time to about 15-20 minutes max. so we can get back down at a decent hour (I’m shooting for around 7:30ish), so I can grab some 🌮🌮 afterward...it is during of the week after all!

It can also get a bit chilly up there, even during the warmest weather, so if you get cold easily bring a jacket, hat, gloves, blanket or other suitable warming device.

Directions: From the 101 take the Ventu Park exit and go South toward the ocean. At Lynn Road turn right. VERY soon you will pass an open space on your left. Watch for the entrance to Regal Oak Ct. on your left, where you will turn...um...left. Take it all the way to the end and park. This is a neighborhood, so let's try to be somewhat restrained. We will meet at the trailhead on the left/east side of the road.

Distance: 3.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 790'
Difficulty: Easy to Intermediate
Dogs: Leashed, per State law
Restrooms: No, but there are many bushes, but please watch out for the (2) patches of poison oak!
Water Fountain: No
Parking: Free along the street
Trail: Single track, decent condition
Sunset: 7:40 p.m. - bring a light just in case, but don't bring a Bud Light, we will save that for after the hike!

Known Dangers: Rattlesnakes , those pesky rocks that jump up out of know where, inconsiderate MTBer's or people that talk your butt off!!!

Disclaimer / Release of Liability: You must RSVP to attend this event, no exceptions. Hiking and other outdoor events are inherently dangerous and accidents can happen. By participating in any posted event, you're taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. This Meetup Group and its organizers are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions. You are responsible for you. If you choose to sign up for any events, you are releasing the Group and its organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries. Your personal safety depends on your own judgement and experience. This applies to any guests you may invite.