Big Sky Trail, Simi Valley
Details
High Winds or fire will cancel this hike.
This is no rush, slow paced 4 mile loop with a 650’ gain in the foothills of the Santa Susana Mountains in Simi Valley.
Sunset is at 6:44pm. Bring you flashlights.
We will meet at Falcon Park, see directions below.
Alltrails: https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/big-sky-trail-583cf6a--2
This hike loops around the Big Sky housing development. A portion of the hike follows the creek that runs through the neighborhood. Most of the elevation gain will be at the beginning but once we reach the ridge at the top we’ll have great views of Whiteface Mountain and surrounding mountains in all directions.
- Time: 6:30pm
- Distance: 4 miles
- Route type: Fire Road, crossing the street, sometimes through neighborhoods
- Elevation gain: 650’
- Speed: about 2mph (we hike as fast as the slowest hiker)
- Weather: I’ll keep you posted
- Difficulty: Fit beginner, intermediate
- Dogs: On a leash per state law
- Restrooms: Nature
- Water Fountain: None
- Parking: Free
- Known Dangers: Rattlesnakes, slip-'n-fall, poison oak, mountain lions, creepy crawly things.
ESSENTIALS
Wear good hiking boots/shoes, bring your poles, hat, dress according to the weather.
Bring 2 liters of water, electrolytes, flashlight or headlight, snacks for energy
DIRECTIONS
Park on the street near Falcon park
Google coordinates: 34.288278, -118.765722
- From the 118 Freeway in Simi Valley,
- take the Erringer Road exit and go north.
- If you’re coming from the east, turn right.
- If you’re coming from the west, turn left.
- At about 1/2 mile, turn left onto Falcon and continue until you reach the end (about ¼ mile or less) to Falcon Park which is on the left.
- If the parking lot is closed off, you can park in the street near or in the neighborhood.
- Don’t park where there are no parking signs that are posted up and down the street.
DISCLAIMER/RELEASE OF LIABILITY:
• You must RSVP to attend this event, no exceptions.
• The PM Hiker organizers are not trained leaders and do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips.
• If you sign up for any event, you are releasing the PM Hiker organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries.
• Hiking and other outdoor events can be dangerous and accidents can happen.
• By participating in this event, you are responsible for your own safety and well-being. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience. You take full responsibility for their own actions.
• These rules apply to any guests you may invite.