Sunset Hills / Bard Lake, Thousand Oaks

Join me on a quick paced scenic evening hike that will be semi exploratory in that I have not hiked this trail much recently. There should still be lots of yellow mustard and possibly other wildflowers to see still.
The actual hike on All Trails says it is 3.9 miles
but I would possibly like to extend it to more like 5, depending on how much faster and longer we want to go and if someone else in the group is more familiar with the trail and can guide us we definitely can go for longer if the group prefers.

HIKE DETAILS
Length: 4-5ish miles, 700 ft elevation gain

• We will meet at 5:30pm at the Sunset Hills Trailhead on Erbes.
• Sunset is at 7:55 pm, bring your flashlights to be safe
• You may want to wear bug spray, there are gnats in some areas. Bring a minimum of 2 liters of water, snacks, electrolytes
• Wear good hiking/walking shoes, bring your hiking poles if needed.
• Dogs: On a leash per state law
• Restrooms: Nature
• Water Fountain: None
• Parking: Free at the trailhead
• Known Dangers: Rattlesnakes, mountain lions, bobcats, tarantulas, scorpions, slip-'n-fall, poison oak

DIRECTIONS
The Sunset Hills trailhead on Erbes is located about half way between Olsen Road and Sunset Hills Blvd. It’s a dirt parking lot with no sign and the street lights are kind of dim. You’ll need to follow the directions carefully if you haven’t hiked this trail. You can easily miss the turn into the dirt parking lot if you're not paying attention.

Google Coordinates: 34.232605, -118.838936
If you prefer the link and my link above does not work for you in All Trails the official name is: Sunset Hills Loop From Erbes Road Trailhead.

DRIVING DIRECTIONS
Coming from the Simi Valley area, head west on the 118, take the 23 south to Thousand Oaks. Exit Olsen Road and turn right. At about 1/2 mile, turn left on Erbes. Drive about 1/2 mile or less and you will find the dirt parking lot on your left. If you reach Sunset Hills Blvd, turn around and head back.

Coming from Westlake/Agoura and Thousand Oaks/Newbury Park, from the 101, take the 23 north toward Fillmore (Moorpark). Exit the Sunset Hills Blvd and turn right. At .2 miles turn left on Erbes. Drive about 1/2 mile and you will find the dirt parking lot on your right. If you reach Olsen Road, turn around and head back.

DISCLAIMER/RELEASE OF LIABILITY:

1. You must RSVP to attend this event, no exceptions.
2. 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.
3. If you sign up for any event, you are releasing the PM Hiker organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries.
4. Hiking and other outdoor events can be dangerous and accidents can happen.
5. 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 your own actions.
6. These rules apply to any guests you may invite.
7. For those who prefer to go ahead, but don't see the leader anymore, then you are no longer part of this hike.

If less than 2 people besides myself are signed up by 3pm on day of the hike I may cancel.