We're on a Mission Point from O’Melveny Park

http://photos3.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/5/d/4/0/event_92363872.jpegNot quite as inspirational as the Blues Brothers catch phrase, perhaps, but our Brit Sisters will take us on a memorable adventure nonetheless.

We all know Griffith Park is the largest park in Los Angeles (and the 10th largest urban park in the US), but did you know that O'Melveny Park in Granada Hills is #2? Remnants of the citrus groves and sprawling grasslands that fed grazing cattle on this former ranch are evident around the lower park.

They're just the appetizer for the Blazers' main course- a climb up to Mission Point, and the best view of the San Fernando Valley you'll find anywhere. Though only 6 miles, the hike demands 1500' of climbing to earn that view. The ascent features a half mile that's particularly steep. The pay-off is a 360 degree sweep of the Santa Monica Mountains, the San Gabriel Mountains, and the Valley. Along the way, we'll pass through Bee Canyon with its unyielding sandstone walls, and a seasonal pond. http://photos1.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/5/d/4/a/event_92363882.jpeg

Directions:

From the 118 freeway, take the Balboa Blvd. exit and head north (left if you’re coming from the west or right if from the east) and go 2.3 miles. Take a left on Senson Blvd. and drive 0.6 miles to the entrance of O’Melveny Park, on the right.

From the north, take the 5 freeway to Sierra Highway. Take a left on Sierra Highway, and a quick right on Foothill Blvd. Take Foothill 1.1 miles and take a right on Balboa. Go 0.9 miles to Senson and take a right.

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.
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All participants must be 18 or older, or accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.