Thrilling Tuesday Hike: Whiteface! - 5:30 p.m.
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This is a requested event by several members that I was supposed to schedule last year...sorry for the delay!
This is my all time favorite hike in the local area and for about a three year period I hiked it 4-5 times a week. While it is a relatively short hike at around 1 mile each way, the elevation gain is around 800'.
I used this hike for my fitness training and still have the unofficial world record at 28:28 round trip...unfortunately today (3/15/26) it took me 35 minutes just to make the assent. The trail conditions have deteriorated over the years and I am a tad older! Which reminds me of what my Dad says, "The older I get, the better I use to be!". One of my favorite songs is also titled "The Older I Get", by Alan Jackson. It has a slightly different meaning and one that really resonates with me...here is the link https://youtu.be/p-BemA7z8W0?si=RAjagVIRGcxxAR8J
PLEASE NOTE: No beginners.....
Must be comfortable hiking a demanding route on a steep ridge and you need to wear lugged shoe soles because its very slippery in some sections.
When you sign up you will automatically go on the wait-list and I will make the decision to move people to "Going".
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Whiteface is the aptly named white cliff with several trees you see when looking North up Sycamore Dr.
While it is short, it will definitely give your heart, lungs and legs a good workout. There are some very steep sections with some rock scrambling (bring gloves if you have sensitive pinkies) and areas of severe drop-offs. So if your afraid of heights this hike is not for you...but believe me the views are worth a little scare!
We won’t be lingering too long at the top and we will try to be back at our cars no later than dusk, which is 7:30 p.m. (The park officially closes at 10:00 p.m.)
We will meet in the lower of the two parking areas up near the dog park, but please don't bring your dog on the hike!
• Total mileage: Approx. 2 mi.
• Elevation gain: 750'+
• What to bring: 1-2 liters of water, energy snacks, hiking shoes/boots, gloves for your pinkies and a flashlight just in case.
• Parking: Lower of the two parking areas nearest to the dog park.
Driving directions from: E. Simi Valley/S.F. Valley take the 118 Freeway. West, exit Tapo Canyon Rd. turn right and head North approx. 1.7 mi., turn left on Lost Canyons Dr., head West approx. 2.1 mi., turn right into Big Sky Park and drive to upper Dog Park area.
Driving directions from: W. Simi Valley/Conejo Valley take the 118 Freeway. East, exit Erringer Rd. turn left and head North approx. 1.1 mi., turn right on Lost Canyons Dr., head East approx. .9 mi., turn left into Big Sky Park and drive to upper Dog Park area.
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