Beginner Hiking Los Angeles

Sole Sisters Hiking Group: Ferndell Nature Trail Adventure 🌿🥾

🌿 **Sole Sisters Hiking Group: Our First Outdoor Adventure!** 🥾☀️ Let's get outdoors, enjoy some fresh air, and connect beyond our usual gatherings! For our first outdoor adventure, we'll explore the beautiful **Ferndell Nature Trail in Griffith Park**, a hidden little oasis in the heart of Los Angeles. This peaceful, shaded nature walk winds through lush greenery, towering ferns, charming bridges, and a gentle stream with little waterfalls. It's the perfect setting for a leisurely morning stroll and some good conversation! **🌿 Nature Walk Details** 📍 **Location:** Ferndell Nature Trail, Griffith Park 📌 **GPS Address:** 2333 Fern Dell Dr, Hollywood, CA 🕙 **Meeting Time:** 10:00 AM 🥾 **Difficulty:** Easy / Beginner-friendly 🌳 **Distance:** Approximately 0.5 mile round trip ⏳ **Walking Time:** 45–60 minutes at a relaxed pace 🚗 **Parking:** Free street parking along Fern Dell Drive **Where to Meet:** Let's gather near the large "Ferndell" entrance sign at the lower end of the trail, close to the intersection of Fern Dell Drive and Los Feliz Boulevard. Please arrive a few minutes early so we can start together at 10:00 AM. **A Little Extra Adventure?** Since this is a relatively short nature walk, anyone who wants to get a few more steps in is welcome to walk the trail a second time! That would bring our total distance to approximately one mile. Completely optional, of course! **What to Bring:** Comfortable walking shoes, water, sunscreen, and your adventurous spirit! The trail is mostly shaded, with gentle inclines and packed-dirt pathways. ☕ **After Our Walk:** For anyone who wants to linger a little longer, we can stop by the nearby Trails Cafe for coffee, a snack, and more conversation! 🚙 **Carpooling Encouraged!** Parking is free but can be limited, especially on weekends, so carpooling is a great option. If you'd like to carpool, please RSVP to the event and let me know you're interested. I'll share our carpool meeting address with those who RSVP so we can coordinate rides. Whether you're an avid hiker or simply enjoy a peaceful stroll in nature, everyone is welcome! Looking forward to kicking off our first Sole Sisters adventure together. Here's to fresh air, friendship, laughter, and meaningful connections! 💚

Sierra Club Griffith Park Tuesday Evening Hikes

**If you don't have a current waiver card, please come early (\~6:40pm on) to sign the required waiver form ("participation agreement") and get your *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. **Contagious disease 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. Please do not attend if you are ill or have reason to think you might have a contagious disease. **If you test positive for a contagious disease 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).

🥾 SUNDAY FITNESS HIKE | 5.5 MILES OF FITNESS & SCENIC VIEWS! 🌄💪

### **Finish your weekend strong!** Join us for an invigorating Sunday morning hike filled with fresh air, beautiful views, and a heart-pumping workout that will leave you energized and ready for the week ahead! ### 🥾 HIKE DETAILS * **Start Time:** 7:00 AM SHARP! * **Distance:** 5.5 miles * **Duration:** Approximately 2.5 hours * **Difficulty:** Intermediate * **Terrain:** Mostly wide fire roads * **Pace:** Moderate and steady, with minimal breaks * **Dogs:** Not allowed on this hike ### 💪 A GREAT WORKOUT WITHOUT THE RACE! We'll maintain a **moderate but steady pace**, covering approximately **5.5 miles in 2.5 hours**. We will take Beaudry North Motorway to the summit. At the top, we'll enjoy a short, well-earned break to catch our breath and take in the scenic views before returning via **Beaudry North Motorway**. **This isn't a leisurely stroll or an all-out race—just a satisfying workout with great company and beautiful scenery!** ### ⏰ 7:00 AM SHARP — DON'T BE LATE! Please arrive early to allow time for parking and stretching. **We leave promptly at 7:00 AM. No waiting for latecomers!** If you're running late, you'll miss us. ### 📍 MEETING LOCATION & PARKING **Across from 3110 Beaudry Terrace, Glendale, CA 91208** The trailhead is located at a drainage basin in a residential neighborhood. Street parking is available nearby. Please be considerate of residents and avoid blocking driveways. ### 🌄 COME FOR THE FITNESS. STAY FOR THE VIEWS! **🥾 Bring plenty of water, lace up your hiking shoes, and join us for a rewarding Sunday morning workout!** **RSVP TODAY—LET'S FINISH THE WEEKEND STRONG!**

Strawberry Peak 🍓 via Redbox Canyon

⚠️ Most attendees and all event communication will be through our YoPro Hikes community on Heylo. 👉 Please join our Heylo group here for full details, updates, meeting location, and group communication: https://heylo.com/invite/CNRhLnMO

Mount Baldy via Devil’s Backbone + Food & Drinks

⚠️ Most attendees and all event communication will be through our YoPro Hikes community on Heylo. 👉 Please join our Heylo group here for full details, updates, meeting location, and group communication: https://heylo.com/invite/CNRhLnMO

Culver City : Fall Classic Stair Hike #4 - 6 miles, 3 hours

Get into the Halloween spirit with a spook-tacular stair hike—with some major league Fall Classic vibe mixed in! Our loop begins at Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area near La Brea Avenue, where we’ll tackle a newly-built set of stairs before crossing the La Cienega bridge toward Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook. There, we’ll take on the famously challenging Culver City Stairs. Along the way, we’ll celebrate teamwork, perseverance, and a little postseason magic. The World Series is scheduled to end today and we hope the Dodgers are in it the entire way–even to a scary, nail-biting game 7! Expect plenty of elevation, great views, and enough stair climbing to make your legs feel haunted—in the best way. The route is approximately 6 miles, with 1,061 feet of cumulative elevation gain and loss. Meet at 8:00 a.m. at the corner of La Brea Avenue and Don Lorenzo Drive. Free street parking is available on Don Miguel Drive and Don Zarembo Drive. What to Bring \- At least 2 liters of water \- Hiking shoes or boots \- Layers \- Snacks \- Sunscreen \- Sunglasses \- A hat Wear a touch of Halloween spirit or Dodger Blue if you’d like—but come ready to climb!

Mens Thursday Night Hike And Reflection Group

The plan is to build a community of guys that will have the chance to gain support in nature and from each other every other week while moderately exercising both the body and the mind. This will be a moderate hike. \*Extreme heat events will cancel hike\* Poem/Quote: # “Yesterday I was clever, so I wanted to change the world. Today I am wise, so I am changing myself.” ―Rumi An idea of what this will look like: -We will start with an optional dedication (whatever is on your heart) -Informal walking meditation (you can choose to focus on your walking) -Poem share or mindfulness prompt (I'll get us started by posting something in the chat and in person. -Optional sharing about what's going on in your life. We encourage the 4 principles of speaking and listening from the heart, being lean of speech, and giving each speaker a chance to share without interruption. What you will need: A headlamp with a red light setting to truly enjoy the night hike. Sturdy shoes/sandals/boots. Water/Snacks A good attitude To sign a release of liability waiver Let's hike together, with our breath, and enjoy! Event is cross posted with a mens group. Please see liability waiver info below: **Men’s Hike and Reflection Group** **Participant Waiver and Release of Liability Form** **IMPORTANT: This is a legally binding document. Please read carefully before signing.** **Event Description:** The Men’s Hike and Reflection Group is a peer-based group hike intended to create a safe and respectful space for men to engage in physical activity and optional personal reflection. This is not a therapy group or a medical/mental health service. **1\. Voluntary Participation** I acknowledge that my participation in the Men’s Hike and Reflection Group is entirely voluntary. I understand that this is a recreational group activity involving physical exertion, walking/hiking on trails that may include uneven terrain, elevation changes, and natural hazards. **2\. Acknowledgment of Risk** I understand and accept that hiking and outdoor activities carry inherent risks, including but not limited to: slips, falls, weather conditions, encounters with wildlife, dehydration, injury, or other unforeseen hazards. I agree to participate at my own risk. **3\. Health and Physical Condition** I certify that I am physically able to participate in this hiking activity and do not have any condition that would prevent my safe participation. I agree to notify the group facilitator of any health concerns that might impact my involvement. **4\. No Therapy or Professional Services** I understand that this group is not a therapy session or substitute for professional mental health treatment. The group leader is not providing therapy, counseling, or medical advice during this activity. **5\. Release and Waiver of Liability** In consideration of being permitted to participate, I hereby release, waive, and discharge the group facilitator and any affiliated individuals or organizations from any and all liability, claims, demands, or causes of action for personal injury, property damage, or wrongful death, whether caused by negligence or otherwise, arising from or related to my participation. **6\. Personal Responsibility** I agree to behave respectfully toward others, follow any safety instructions provided, and take full responsibility for my own well-being during the activity. **7\. Emergency Contact Information** Name: *** Phone Number: *** **By signing below, I confirm that I have read and understood this waiver and agree to its terms.** **Participant Name (Print):** *** **Signature:** *** **Date:** *** By joining in on this event each time you agree to abide by the above. Signature will be obtained in person for each new participant and stored by this leader.

FRIDAY--Easy Night walk around Silverlake

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.

Beaudry Loop - Night hike, ~ 6 miles w 1,400+ elevation gain

Informational Posting-Learn New Skills-Make New Friends-Experience New Adventure

**INFORMATIONAL POSTING ONLY-See Website** **[www.wildernesstravelcourse.org](http://www.wildernesstravelcourse.org/)** Dear Group Members, particularly the recent swell of new, never-been-backpacking-before-but-want-to-start members: There is a great Sierra Club opportunity that is about to begin….an opportunity that only happens one time each year and it is one of the best outdoor learning experiences the Sierra Club has to offer. This is the Angeles Chapter Wilderness Travel Course (WTC). Some of you have taken the course and are now leaders and/or knowledgeable hikers. For those of you who have not, enrollment in WTC is something you should consider now. The Wilderness Travel Course helps build outdoor skills so hikers can be safe in the backcountry. The course runs for ten weeks and includes four field trips (two one day and two weekend outings). Students learn map and compass navigation skills for competent hiking off-trail, snow travel, rock scrambling techniques, first aid, nutrition and lots more. The course is followed by unforgettable experience backpacking trips, most of which take place in the High Sierra, Sequoia and Yosemite during the summer months. WTC moves you from being a day hiker to a more serious adventurer. You will acquire skills in trip planning, preparation, equipment and wilderness safety to take you into the backcountry in all seasons, beyond roads and trails with new friends that share your interest in the outdoors. Again, the course runs only one time each year and takes place in Southern California in four locations as follows: West Los Angeles (Wednesdays beginning Jan 6th;Orange County (Tuesdays beginning Jan 12th) Long Beach/South Bay (Wednesdays beginning January 20th); San Gabriel Valley (Tuesdays beginning Jan 26th); The four geographic areas fill up well in advance of the class start date so register early. **FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO REGISTER FOR THE COURSE GO TO: www.wildernesstravelcourse.org**

Whiting Woods Loop and Verdugo – 6.3 miles, 2000’ elevation gain

Explore Griffith Park

Please read this entire write up. This is a moderately strenuous hike. The hikes are about 2 hours long and about 4 miles, and those miles include steep ascents and descents, most often on single track trails. Some trails can be uneven and slippery. We move at a fairly rapid pace. but pause occasionally to enjoy the scenery, smell the flowers, and take pictures of the amazing views. No two hikes are the same, and we go all over the park. Please don't be late, as we aim to leave on time, 4:00 p.m. Good idea to arrive around 4:15 so that we can start at 4:00 p.m. Don't forget to bring water and wear good hiking shoes with lug soles. A note re time -- hike start times change occasionally, depending on the weather and the time of year. Please check the start time when you sign up, but an e-mail will be sent out whenever the time is changed. . Please be aware that Assistant Organizers, Event Hosts, and support hikers are volunteers 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 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/