Oakbrook Vista Trail and Sandstone Hill Trail - Gentler Hike

This is the second hike for Thursday. We will go a bit slower. It's supposed to warm up on Thursday. If it does get too hot, we may cut the hike short, as it is an in/out.

What we'll do:

Hike Oakbrook Vista trail to the crest of the ridge. Go left on the Sandstone Hills until it intersects power line roads. This will be a 5 miles round trip, and 800 ft elevation). Trails are wide and easy. There will be no sweep. This is an in- and-out-hike on same trail.

Directions:
From the East, West & South – take the 101 toward Thousand Oaks. Exit at Westlake Boulevard and turn north (away from the ocean). Drive 4.1 miles and turn right on the Lang Ranch Parkway. Continue 0.3 mile along Lang Ranch Parkway. You'll need to turn around and park across the street from the entrance to the Oakbrook Vista Trailhead (do not park on the same side of the road as the trailhead).

From the North – take the 23 south toward Thousand Oaks. Exit at the Avenida De Los Arboles exit and turn left (east) on Avenida De Los Arboles. Drive 1.5 miles and turn right on Westlake Boulevard. Drive 0.2 miles and turn left on the Lang Ranch Parkway. Park by the trailhead or across the street from the entrance to the Oakbrook Vista Trailhead.

3222 Lang Ranch Pkwy
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362

Parking:
Free on-street parking is available along both sides of Lang Ranch Parkway. Please do not leave anything of value in your car, at this or any other trailhead.

Restrictions apply for your safety and ours:

• Don't show up unless you're on the "Attending" list
• Unregistered or waitlisted will be turned away
• No "Plus Ones" on this hike

Essentials:
Please bring – at least one liter of water, snacks, an extra layer of clothing, a charged cell phone, identification, a small first-aid kit, bug repellent and sunscreen, a waterproof shell if rain is forecast, and any medications or anything else you might need on the trail.

DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY
IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY:

The hike host is a volunteer and not responsible for the group. Safety should be a priority for everyone in the group. Please treat this meet-up as hiking with a group of friends. If you become fatigued and unable to continue the hike, it is expected you will advise the hike host of this and return to our starting point on your own. If you are able to proceed, it is expected that you will maintain line of sight with other members of the group at all times and help to promote the group’s safety and fitness goals.

Outdoor sports and other events we plan can be inherently dangerous and accidents may happen. By participating in any posted event, you are taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. The Weekday Trailblazers 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.

If you choose to sign up for this or any Weekday Trailblazers Meetup event, you are releasing the Weekday Trailblazers Meetup Group and its organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience.

PLEASE CONTACT ME WITH ANY QUESTIONS!

** Anyone under 18 years of age must be acompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

No dogs are allowed on the hike.

** Any last minute issues - my cell # 805-907-9456.