Bike Rides Los Angeles

🚴 5/30 SAT 8:30 AM | KEN BURTON (ALTADENA) | BLACKISH BLUE LEVEL 🚴

**Distance 15+ miles // Elevation 2800+ feet** We will climb up Brown Mountain to the saddle, then continue climbing up Brown Mountain to the Ken Burton Trailhead, before descending either Ken Burton or back down to the saddle and taking El Prieto. The Ken Burton Loop in the San Gabriel Mountains is a breathtaking and challenging 14–15 mile route that rewards riders with a rich mix of terrain, history, and scenery. It begins with a steady climb up Brown Mountain. From there, you connect to the crux of the ride: the Ken Burton descent—a rugged singletrack carved into the side of Brown Mountain. This iconic trail includes over 20 steep, exposed switchbacks that demand technical finesse, culminating in the poignant Ken Burton memorial overlook. After conquering the fast, rocky descent, the route winds into the Gabe­rielino Canyon bottom, where a scenic, sometimes loose riverbed trail leads you back to the JPL/Altadena trailhead. The El Prieto Loop, sometimes referred to as ‘JPL’ because of its proximity to NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, is one of many options for epic riding in the San Gabes. El Prieto means “The Dark One” in Spanish. The name comes from an early homesteader in 1865 named Robert Owen, an African American, who settled there and became a staple of the developing community. After his death, John and Owen Brown, two brothers and prominent abolitionists who fought for the Union, built a cabin on the adjacent land. Their charisma and love for nature helped to cultivate the mountain community. The peak above El Prieto is named after the Brown boys and Owen’s grave is still visible in El Prieto Canyon. **ADVANCED BLUE** *You have a strong understanding and practice with braking, shifting, cornering, and descending skills. You can navigate variable terrain at a good pace. You are confident and comfortable riding singletrack trails and can easily navigate roots, rocks, mud, sand, and creek crossings. You are capable of a front wheel and rear wheel lift and can put the two together to navigate over obstacles. You are fairly confident on steep climbs and descents, but you may walk sections on Black or Double Black trails.* **[LINK TO RIDE LEVEL CHART FOR MORE DETAILS](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lK2QCFW94SM-J3m2cUEvDxXYxsdsMSkvypyenjK2oq8/edit?usp=sharing)** **LIABILITY RELEASE & WAIVER** *If you are new to AMTR, please bring a signed and completed waiver to the ride for the ride leader or email it to: AMTR.Meetup@gmail.com. You will be asked to sign a Waiver if you do not have one on file with us. If you refuse to sign, you will not be allowed to join the meetup event.* **[READ, SIGN, AND EMAIL YOUR WAIVER](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1k2G2x-3WT9JSdQDOFoEZrtZmtu8sB_BO/view?usp=sharing)** **BIKING ESSENTIALS** *Please bring your own biking essential needs like tools, pump, hydration pack, chain link, gloves, energy gel/bar, snacks, camera, and most importantly a HELMET. Knee and elbow pads are NOT a must, but are suitable for extra protection.* **DISCLAIMER** *The Organizer, Assistant Organizers, Volunteers, Ride leaders, and Event Organizers in this group are not professional guides. The function of the organizer(s) is only to organize the meetup. Each person who signs up for a trip/meetup/outing is responsible for his or her own safety. By signing up for a ride, or any other event organized by this group, you are acknowledging that you are aware of the risks, dangers, and hazards associated with any outdoor activity and freely accept and fully assume all such risks, dangers, and hazards. In addition, you further agree to release and discharge the Organizer and Assistant Organizers of the All Mountain Trail Riders Meetup Group from and against any and all liability arising from your participation in the group activities.*

Exploring Los Angeles on bike....

SATURDAY RIDE WITH THE CANYON CARVER CREW UPTOP ACH

***HOLA, HELLO AND WHASSSUUP.*** ***PLEASE READ DEETS BELOW, I JUST COPIED AND PASTED THAT FROM CASTLE'S GROUP.*** ***EVERYNOW N THEN WE LIKE TO GET TOGETHER WITH THE CANYON CARVER PEOPLE AND RIDE, NICE PEEPS.*** ***HOPE TO SEE YOU ON THIS ONE AMIGOS !*** Let's ride ACH, AFH, 9mile, Aliso Canyon to Lang... We will eat at The Copper Hills BBQ joint and then backtrack to the cul-de-sac. We are meeting in the cul-de-sac at the Shell station at the base of ACH. 4530 Angeles Crest. La Canada, Flintridge CA. 91011. (10am) KSU by 10:15am!!! ***THIS IS A FUN ROUTE, ACH and AFH ARE CLASSICS. AND GOD HAS BLESSED US WITH THEM IN OUR OWN BACK YARD!***

WsSB MTB Riders Signal Instant Message Board

Get the signal app and join the group! Most plans will be made here. Only organized group functions will be done on Meetup. Get Signal and start making plans to ride! https://signal.group/#CjQKIGCd9_AdJkRk9zsfQf4mZNLJbi8-tfDqkHpjqinGPYd9EhBQJEg900WAcSzIZgmpAXIr

WsSB MTB Riders Signal Instant Message Board

Get the signal app and join the group! Most plans will be made here. Only organized group functions will be done on Meetup. Get Signal and start making plans to ride! https://signal.group/#CjQKIGCd9_AdJkRk9zsfQf4mZNLJbi8-tfDqkHpjqinGPYd9EhBQJEg900WAcSzIZgmpAXIr

Yoga at Sunset - Summer Series

If you feel like some good ol' stretching would be good for your health, come on by. 1 Hr of yoga. Heal your body. Beginners are welcome. Chat and yoga, or bring headphones. Self teaching yoga diagrams will be provided. bring your own mat, you can also just do it on the grass.

ACH, AFH, Aliso Canyon to Copper Hills BBQ

Cook's Corner Pray & Go Ministry Ride

Meet, Stage, Pray and Go Mininstry Ride to Cook's Corner in Trabaco Canyon with a stop at a local Motorcycle dealership on the way home.

Funtastic Hike Exploring Ernest Deb Park. Moderate Paced!

Join us for a steady, moderate-paced hike at Ernest Debs Park. This will be a solid workout with some elevation, but we’ll keep a sustainable pace and regroup as needed. Moderate Hike at Ernest Debs Park – 4 Miles, \~1,000 ft Elevation Gain ⏰ **Time:** [9:30 AM] (Please arrive 5 minutes early) 📍 **Where:** Hermon Park: 5566 Via Marisol, Los Angeles, CA 90042 a bit past the tennis courts. Click the Meetup app map for exact coordinates. **What to Bring**: * Water bottle (stay hydrated!) * Comfortable hiking shoes * Snacks if you’d like to enjoy a quick break * Friendly dogs on a leash are welcome! * Feel free to invite friends—this is a casual, social hike.

Perfect Weather Hike in Griffith Park! ☀️🙋🏻‍♀️ 🙋 🙋🏽‍♂️

Come join the Perfect Weather Hike in Griffith Park every Saturday (location or route varies). Join us on this friendly social hike, with optional plank challenge at the helipad. Followed by optional lunch at the Village Bakery and cafe. Trail Is a roughly a 4.5 mile 10,000 step loop on mostly fire roads. Distance varies depending on trail variations. We’ll have views across the city to the Pacific Ocean, Griffith Observatory, downtown LA... Moderate pace with Tiffany on the main fire roads or faster pace on advanced inclines with Marvin and Gary. Route varies: Cadman trail to 5-Points, Beacon Hill, Helipad, Glendale Peak, often Cedar Grove and back to the cars. Steady incline approx 700ft elevation gain in the first hour - challenging for beginners but worth it! We’ll gather at each split in the trail to make sure all are accounted for. Dog friendly 🐕. Just remember there are coyotes in the park. Rattlesnake season! 🐍 They like to sun on the trails. Do not approach and steer clear if any are on the path. Meet after at Village Bakery and Cafe 3119 Los Feliz Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90039 Like all meetups, hike at your own risk. You are responsible for your own well-being. Please bring water, wear sunscreen and proper shoes. Facebook group https://m.facebook.com/groups/1608982546701615/?ref=share&mibextid=S66gvF This is a residential neighborhood. There is NO restroom on this hike. The nearest is at the Griffith park Southern Railway by the Griffith Park Cafe on Crystal Springs Drive. If you arrive early, It’s a 15 minute roundtrip walk to the restroom. Hike will be cancelled in the event of rain and soggy trails or severe heat advisories.

Easy Access Pop-Up: Free E-Bike Rides at Walnut Creek Nature Park

Challenging STEEP Adventurous Sunset Night Hike: DeBell to top of Verdugo-Loop

**Inspiring, Challenging, STEEP Hike: DeBell to top of Verdugo-Loop (Burbank, CA)** **More people will attend then showing: This event is cross-posted on other Meetup groups.** **STATS** Difficulty: 5/10, Moderate-Long with steep sections Length: 5.4 miles, 3 hours + breaks Elevation Gain/loss: 2200' Range: 1500-3000' View: Mountains & City Lights Details: Long Hike, Great views from top ridge **TRAILHEAD INFO** 1500 E Walnut Ave, Burbank, CA 91501 Meet on the street just north of the DeBell Golf Club. Google maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/eguDpkUFKSm5K6fF6 GPS Coordinates: 34.206979447835856, -118.30463651162145 Please arrive by 6:50 pm for a 7 pm start from our cars. We have usually walked to the actual trailhead at the roundabout at the north end of the road by 7:10pm. Change your RSVP ASAP if you can’t make it to give others a chance to hike. Repeat “No Shows” will get last priority on future hikes. If you have any issues, feel free to call or text the leaders! If ANY questions, call Keith (hike leader) 213.507.2221 Night-hiking in LA is amazing! Trails are practically empty, breeze is cool, & the beautiful city below you offers unlimited full-definition entertainment! We take short rest stops as needed. At the peak/midpoint, we take a long break to enjoy a potluck feast (beer/soda/yummy snacks), socialize and/or soak in the beautiful scenery. **COMMON-SENSE NOTES** • Please wear proper hiking boots or shoes with deep tread • Consider wearing long pants as this trail may be overgrown in some sections • Bring plenty of water to drink • Bring a headlamp for optional use after dark • Fun, yummy snacks are always appreciated • Health advisory: Please stay home if you are not feeling well or have recently been exposed to someone who is sick. • Bring a Cheerful Attitude :-) We hike every Tuesday night & for variety we do other trails that are similar to this one (never boring). We hope to see you! Steven & Keith 213.986.SNOW / 213.507.2221 \*\*\* **PLEASE - Know your limits & abilities.** Check weather conditions, dress accordingly & be aware of your surroundings at all times. Watching out for poison oak, snakes, ticks, uneven footing, spectacular views, beautiful fauna all while interacting with awesome (usually) fellow hikers can be extremely hazardous, rewarding & fun. **HIKE RATING SCALE** Rating a hike is subjective, meaning the difficulty of a hike will be in direct relation to how often you hike & the type of hike you prefer. Keep in mind that any hike can have the following: un-even hiking surfaces, various obstructions, water/water crossings or bouldering/rock hopping. A great hike will have all of these! 1 – A long walk 2 – 4 mile hike w/little elevation gain (E.G.) 3 – 5 mile hike w/up to 1000 ft. E.G. 4 – 5+ mile hike w/up to 1500 ft. E.G. (heart rate increases at times) 5 – 7+ mile hike w/over 1500 ft. E.G. (heart rate increasing even more at times) 6 – 7+ mile hike w/over 2000 ft. E.G. (at times you might be trying to remember how to perform CPR) 7 – 5+ mile hike w/over 2000 ft. E.G. (at times you might be muttering expletives to yourself) 8 – 10+ mile hike w/over 3500 ft. E.G. (at times you might be angry with the hike leader) 9 – 10+ mile hike w/over 5000 ft. E.G. (at times you might be thinking of reporting the hike leader to the authorities) 10 – Use your imagination **DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY** **IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ BELOW IN ITS ENTIRETY:** I am a volunteer (i.e. not liable for the group). Safety is a priority for everyone in the group. Think of this as hiking with a group of friends. Outdoor sports & other events we plan can be inherently dangerous & accidents may happen. By participating in any posted event, you're taking responsibility for your own safety & well-being. The Meetup Group & its organizers are not trained leaders & 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 any Meetup events, you are releasing the Meetup Group & it's organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries as stated in paragraph 6.2 of the Meetup “Terms of Service” located on the bottom of the Meetup website. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment & experience.