Beginner Hiking Los Angeles

From Sierra Club Griffith Park Section: Evening Hikes and More!

NOT A BEGINNER HIKE! – (STRENOUS ACTIVITY) Griffith park hike.. Meetup location: North End of Parking lot 2 by the stairs. Are you looking to do a great and fun workout during the week? Would you like to become a better and stronger hiker? Then join us for an awesome workout at Griffith Park. This is a fast-paced hike. We take single track trails as we ascend to our destination – gaining over 1200 ft of elevation gain—and we descend using a combination of single track and fire roads. Attendees must be willing to exert themselves and try their best as we take short breaks and try to be within the group’s pace. This hike is great for conditioning training for long hike weekend adventures. Stats: 📈 Difficulty: Strenuous. Distance: 4-6 miles. Elevation gain: 1200 ft. Duration: 2 hours. Please be aware that Assistant Organizers, Event Hosts, and support hikers are volunteers and organize hikes without compensation and assume absolutely no responsibility for you or your guests. By signing up for a hike, or any other event organized by this group, you are acknowledging that you are aware and made your guests aware of the risks, dangers, and hazards associated with any outdoor activity, and you accept, and fully assume all such risks, dangers, and hazards, and further agree to release, and discharge the Organizer, Assistant Organizers, and Event Hosts of Los Angeles Hiking Meetup Group from, and against any, and all liability arising from your and your guest's participation in the group activities. Please see the Meetup terms of service agreement http://www.meetup.com/terms

5 attendees

Sierra Club Griffith Park Moonlight Hike

Sun, Jul 26, 2:00 AM

**Moderate hike to a vista in the park (\~4 to 5 miles RT, \~1100 ft elevation gain); bring a food item to share or for yourself.** Leashed well-mannered dogs welcome. **Gather at 6:45pm and sign waiver sheets; hike begins at 7pm and lasts around 2 1/2 hours.**(Waiver form is separate from those used for the regular evening hikes.) No beginners or tigers, please. (Tigers are super-fast hikers who wouldn't be satisfied with a moderate pace.) For those familiar with our Tuesday/Thursday evening hikes, the socially-paced hike will be similar to a level 2 or 3. There are usually between 10 and 25 hikers on the Moonlit hikes; not everyone RSVPs on Meetup. **What to bring:** Water, a light jacket in case it gets cold, and a food item to share or for yourself. Hiking boots/shoes are recommended. Flashlights are optional; many leaders discourage their use except in emergencies. (If used, colored lenses such as red help preserve others' night vision). Leashed, well-behaved dogs welcome. This is a front country outing. **Rain in the park at the time of the hike cancels.** Check the weather: [https://www.accuweather.com/en/us/griffith-park/90027/hourly-weather-forecast/2626762](https://www.accuweather.com/en/us/griffith-park/90027/hourly-weather-forecast/2626762) **Directions to Merry-Go-Round Lot #2:** From Los Feliz Blvd just west of the 5, take Crystal Springs north into the park; you’ll soon pass a freeway onramp. After around a mile, you’ll come to a 4-way intersection, with the Ranger station on your right. Make a left (going west). At the top of the road you’re forced to turn right into the (unlit) lot #1. Drive through the lot and along the road that leaves the opposite corner. You’ll soon come to lot #2, which is lit. The Sierra Club meets at the far (north) end of the lot, by the stone steps. Going north on the 5 from Downtown LA, you can also get off at the Griffith Park exit and take Crystal Springs going north, following the directions above. Other routes go from near the Zoo or from Travel Town; you can get directions from this link: [https://goo.gl/q7QTtb](https://goo.gl/q7QTtb) .

4 attendees

FRIDAY--Easy Night walk around Silverlake

Sat, Jul 18, 2:15 AM

Silverlake can be quite beautiful at night. Walk is mostly easy 2.2 miles RT around the lake. Walk is approx. 1 hour. There is short uphill on this walk--approx. 10 minutes Some members go to the local Oyster bar afterwards. **Rain will cancel walk. Dogs ok as long as on leash.** Parking: Street parking. There is more parking when you park along the lake --along W. Silverlake Dr.

24 attendees

Urban Stair Hike in San Rafael (Eagle Rock/Pasadena), Level: Moderate+

Thu, Jul 16, 1:30 AM

**NOTE THE LATER START TIME DUE TO THE FORECASTED HEAT!** Having the sun lower in the horizon will help a lot, even if temps are still elevated. Come join us for a great workout, for meeting new people and for exploring interesting neighborhoods! We'll hike on the winding hill roads of Poppy Peak and San Rafael, beautiful parts of Pasadena. This time we'll do the version around Lake Johnston that is one of our favorite repeat hikes. **LEVEL**: Intermediate Plus for speed and for two multi-set staircases, otherwise moderate. We are a friendly group that loves to socialize and encourages newcomers, but please note that moderate+ level of cardio fitness and walking speed are required. **LENGTH**: 5.0 miles, 9 staircases up and 5 down. Elevation gain is 1000ft. This is a bit easier than our hardest stair hikes, but if you are new to stairs it is still a challenge. +/- 2h. **SPEED**: Brisk, above most moderate hikes, but well below advanced ones. We will take a quick pause to re-group at the top of the stairs and steep hills. There will be no sweep, bring your phone for navigation just in case you want to leave early. **BRING**: Exercise outfit, workout shoes (no hiking shoes needed) and water. We'll get back around the time it gets dark, so a phone flashlight could maybe be useful at the last staircase. **MEETING POINT**: We meet at 6.30 pm for introductions and take off sharply at 6.35pm. If you are running just a few minutes late minutes late you can catch us at corner of Laurel Bay Dr. and Elmwood Dr. **RESTROOMS**: At Vons or another business. None along the way. **PARKING**: Free street parking around the shopping area. Lot parking at your own risk. **PLEASE NO CRASHING!** Urban hikes do not work well with large groups so, unfortunately, space is limited. I "overbook" events in anticipation of some last-minute dropouts, so you cannot assume that those spots will be available. The waitlist, if necessary, generally clears in order. Members with a good attendance record and a posted picture (LA Hiking Group rule) may get some priority. **LIABILITY**: The organizer is an untrained and unpaid volunteer. By joining this event each member accepts full responsibility for knowing their limits, for all injuries and health issues, assessing all risks, for any material losses and for getting lost. Each member agrees to make their guests aware of this, also, and releases the host from all liability.

30 attendees

TGIF Full Moon Hike Buck Moon

Sat, Aug 1, 1:30 AM

From Young Professionals Hiking Group of SoCal(YoPro Hikes)

**## Details** **TGIF Full Moon Friday Night Hike to Mt Hollywood** **Buck Moon** **Intermediate level - elevation gain 1200 feet.** **Pot luck dinner party at the top! Bring your favorite dish or specialty. Please bring your own plate, cup, and utensils.** **5 miles round trip - not a beginner hike however beginners have been known to make it, nonetheless. No child left behind....** **NOTICE\*****\***************************\*****We will meet at 6:30 at the STEPS of Parking Lot #2 (the Merry Go Round parking lot) - North end of the lot.******************** **Hike on various trails and roads to get to the top where we have picnic tables at Mt. Hollywood.** **We will share the food we bring at the top.** **This will be a 3 plus hour event. We should be back to the parking lot by 10:00 PM. OK to leave early if you know the way back.** **Dogs Ok, owners must be on leash** **DISCLAIMER: Group organizer and assistant organizers assume no liability; hike at your own risk. By being a member of this group you hereby agree to assume all risks and liability related to or resulting from any group functions. You agree that neither you nor any third party will hold any of the group's leaders, officers, or representatives liable for any injury, loss, or damage to your own person or any members of your family, friends, acquaintances, children, pets, or property, arising directly or as a consequence from a group activity. You also agree that your membership of this group is based on an "at will" basis.** **Lee Zebold, Eagle Lightning and Scott Hathaway** **Hike Leaders/Coordinators**

7 attendees

Culver City Stairs + Brewery

Sun, Jul 26, 1:00 AM

From Sierra Club Griffith Park Section: Evening Hikes and More!

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Sierra Club Griffith Park Tuesday Evening Hikes

Wed, Jul 15, 2:00 AM

From So Cal Happy Hour Hiking & Backpacking

**Please come early (\~6:40pm on) to sign the required waiver form ("participation agreement") and get your *new PINK waiver card*, good until the end of 2026.** Come and enjoy a great evening of hiking and conversation with fellow hikers. These conditioning hikes range in level from fairly easy (level 1) through moderate (levels 2 and 3) to advanced hikes (levels 4, 5, and 6). All levels have hills; terrain is sometimes steep with uneven footing. Because hikers are expected to maintain the pace set by hike leaders, newcomers should not hike above level 3 and may wish to start at level 2. >>>**On Tuesday & Thursday evenings, we offer \*simultaneous\* hikes at a variety of levels.** **While some levels may not be offered on a given evening, we try to cover a range of levels.**<<< Hikes are led by trained leaders and last approximately 2 hrs. Hikes begin at 7pm; newcomers should get there early to fill out a waiver and should carry the waiver card with them on the hikes. There are usually 30-60 people at the hikes. **What to bring:** Bring water and a light jacket in case it gets cold. Hiking boots/shoes or other shoes with good traction are necessary for the harder hikes (levels 3-5) and are strongly encouraged for all hikes; tennis shoes with good tread may be sufficient for the more moderate hikes (levels 1 & 2). Flashlights are optional; many leaders discourage their use except in emergencies. If flashlights are used, red lights are preferable as they interfere less with night vision. Please, no radios or other sound-producing devices that others can hear. If earbuds are used, please leave one out to maintain awareness of surroundings. Leashed, well-behaved dogs are at the discretion of the leader. This is a front country outing. **Covid Considerations:** Note that both vaccinated and unvaccinated people may be present; everyone is encouraged to keep their distance and respect each others' need to do so. Masks are optional. Please do not attend if you are ill or have reason to think you might have Covid. **If you test positive for Covid within 3 days of a hike, please let us know through Meetup or by emailing GPNighthikes at gmail dot com.** Check the weather [https://www.accuweather.com/en/us/griffith-park/90027/hourly-weather-forecast/2626762](https://www.accuweather.com/en/us/griffith-park/90027/hourly-weather-forecast/2626762) **Directions** to Merry-Go-Round Lot #2 (also known as the Upper Merry-Go-Round parking lot): From Los Feliz Blvd just west of the 5, take Crystal Springs north into the park; you’ll soon pass a freeway onramp. After around a mile, you’ll come to a 4-way intersection, with the Ranger station on your right. Make a left (going west). At the top of the road you’re forced to turn right into the (unlit) lot #1. Drive through the lot and along the road that leaves the opposite corner. You’ll soon come to lot #2, which is lit. The Sierra Club meets at the far (north) end of the lot, by the stone steps. Going north on the 5 from Downtown LA, you can also get off at the Griffith Park exit and take Crystal Springs going north, following the directions above. Other routes go from near the Zoo or from Travel Town. You can get directions from this link: [https://goo.gl/q7QTtb ](https://goo.gl/q7QTtb).

6 attendees

Concert in the park. Eagle Rock.

Mon, Jul 20, 1:00 AM

Come join us as we attend the concert at Eagle rock Recreaction Center. This week its going to be ABBA-La as they play Disco -pop just like you remember them. Concert starts at 6:00 pm and runs til 8:30 pm. Bring a chair or blanket. Jacket. A wide Brim hat and sun glasses. long sleves. will work best here. of course some food and drinks to share. A Short table. any hard drinks will be done on the down low. Sorry. but that ask you not to bring the dogs.... of course you can . but they fine it best not to. if so. the dogs will need be on a leash at all times. This venue gets a lot of people showing up. You can bring a Canopy but it has to be in the back . and of the the umbrellas should not alter the veiwes site. repecting others. I will meet you all in the Back end . c I have not been here before so Bear with me. . Disclaimer: By attending this event, you acknowledge that your safety and personal belongings are your own responsibility. I am simply a fellow backpacker organizing a group outing and am not acting as a guide, professional leader, or outfitter. Neither I nor this Meetup organization assume any responsibility or liability for injuries, accidents, losses, damages, or other incidents that may occur during the trip. We are simply backpacking together as a group of individuals.

8 attendees

Evening walk in Beverly Hills

Tue, Jul 14, 1:00 AM

We will leave by 6:05, so aim to arrive by 6. Walk is about 3 or 5 miles (depending) on route and will be flat. If we do the 3 mile walk, the time is about 1 hour, if the 5 mile, it's about 1 hour 50 minutes. Both are estimates. 2 hours street parking until 8, no parking after 8, so we need to back by 8 to be safe. **This is NOT a training walk,** but I prefer to only stop for restroom breaks. I want to walk together as a group and keep a steady pace. If people want to walk faster and get to far ahead of me or lag to far behind, they are not part of the group. It’s your responsibility to be within eyesight of myself and the main group and pay attention. Before major changes in the path, I will wait for people to catch up, but if someone is to far behind or ahead, I assume they are not with the group. I know where we are going and the route can chance. If people want to walk faster, I can tell them where to wait for the main group before any turns. Attendees can turn back at anytime, it's hard to get lost since on city streets. You can use ***9105 Carmelita Ave 90210*** as a location for your GPS map, we will meet across the street, by the park, either by the fountain by the bench. • Meeting location is Garden Park, Off West of Doheny just north of Santa Monica Blvd. NOT MEETING ON SANTA MONICA BLVD but on Carmelita at the small park, I added a photo. You can use 9105 Carmelita Ave 90210 as a location for your GPS map, it is the building across the street. There no parking limitations on Sunday. [https://maps.app.goo.gl/ruy7B7daGUBt1vWy8](https://maps.app.goo.gl/ruy7B7daGUBt1vWy8)

19 attendees

Mt Thom via Brand Library (Strenuous)

Fri, Jul 17, 1:30 AM

From So Cal Happy Hour Hiking & Backpacking

🥾 Steep Hike Adventure – 3.7 Miles, 1,853 ft Gain Hosted by: Miguel 📍 Location: 1601 West Mountain Street, Glendale, CA 91201 📅 Date & Time: 06/18 @ 6:30pm 📏 Distance: 3.7 miles (out and back) ⛰️ Elevation Gain: 1,853 ft 🥵 Difficulty: Challenging / Steep 🔔 Event Details: Join us for a steep, scenic hike with a solid workout! This trail is short but intense, gaining over 1,800 feet in under 2 miles. You must be comfortable with steep terrain and have the right gear. Gear Checklist: ✅ Trekking poles (highly recommended) ✅ Well-treaded hiking shoes (required) 💧 At least 1.5–2 liters of water 🍎 Light snacks 🧥 Layers for changing weather We'll take breaks as needed and regroup at scenic spots. 🚗 Parking Park at the Brand Library parking lot. Liability Notice Assistant Organizers, Event Hosts, and support hikers are volunteers and organize hikes without compensation and assume no responsibility for participants or guests. By signing up, you acknowledge the risks associated with outdoor activities and agree to release and discharge the Organizer, Assistant Organizers, and Event Hosts of the Los Angeles Hiking & Fitness Meetup Group from any liability arising from participation.

2 attendees

Beaudry Loop evening Hike

Wed, Jul 15, 12:00 AM

Join me for a 6miles evening hike. Let's finish the day with clear mind so we enjoy the rest of the week days. It's been a while since our last hike around this area. Let’s hike again and enjoy the great mountains, nice views of downtown LA, beautiful sunset announcing the end of the day, and the perfect weather. We are starting at 5:00pm at the trail head going N and come down S. (only)  What to bring: 2 liters of water, hiking poles, Hiking shoes, and a snack. It’s 6 miles loop hike moderate pace. Elevation: 1,500’ gain Parking: street parking. Usually is plenty of parking. disclamer:  Be aware that The Organizer, Assistant Organizers and event hosts in this group are not professional guides. The function of the organizer is only to organize the event. Each person who signs up for an event is responsible for his or her own safety and the safety of his or her guests. By signing up for a hike, or any other event organized by this group, you are acknowledging that you are aware and have made your guests aware of the risks, dangers and hazards associated with any outdoor activity and freely accept and fully assume all such risks, dangers and hazards, and further agree to release and discharge the Organizer, Assistant Organizers and event hosts of this Meetup Group from and against any and all liability arising from your and your guest's participation in the group activities.

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