Wildflowers! Topanga SP (Deadhorse Trailhead)

Topanga State Park (TSP) is in full bloom! This out-and-back hike will take us through the two most picturesque trails in TSP. We will start at the Deadhorse Trailhead at the base of Entrada Drive. The Deadhorse trail climbs through riparian and oak woodland (about 400' in 1.25 miles) before breaking out into chaparral and rolling grasslands at Trippet Ranch. At Trippet Ranch we pick up the Musch trail which continues through more open chaparral bursting with wildflowers. The plan is to turn around at Musch Camp for a leisurely 5 mile hike with a total gain of about 650'.

Directions:

From the 101, exit at Topanga Canyon Boulevard (CA 27), drive south over the crest of the mountains and proceed three miles to Entrada Drive and turn left. Deadhorse parking is on the left (about 1000 feet from Topanga Canyon Blvd)

From the Pacific Coast Highway, travel north on Topanga Canyon Boulevard, pass the post office at the center of "town," then turn right on Entrada Drive. Deadhorse parking is on the left, right after starting up Entrada.

Parking is $10.00/$9.00 for seniors. Free parking off Topanga Canyon Blvd (at own risk!)

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, its organizers, and sponsors from all liability in case of possible injuries. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience. You agree that you can navigate back to your transportation by yourself, and agree to do so if you fall behind and lose track of the main body of hikers.

By now you should know the guidelines to participate in our morning hikes. Please review them before you sign up for the hike. And just in case, here are some highlights and a link to the guidelines:
https://www.meetup.com/The-Weekday-Trailblazers/about/

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
• Plan on completing the entire hike or please find an alternative hike that better suits your hiking level.
• No dogs on this hike
• Bring ample hydration
• All participants must be 18 or older, or accompanied by an adult