Coyote Park - Intermediate

Distance: 3.5 miles, Gain: 700', Intermediate.
This was previously designated easy-intermediate, but some thought it should be labeled as intermediate because of the extended inclines.

A strong and motivated beginner can do this hike. They would be challenged and slow during a few of these climbs. That's OK, because this is not a conditioning hike, it is a social hike.

The Route
• This is a lollipop with a counter-clockwise loop. We'll start at Coyote Park, across from the tennis courts on Valley Gate Rd.
• After heading across the park, we'll find a trailhead.
• We'll head up and wind around for about 3/4 of a mile.
• Then we'll make a sharp left and head up for about 1/2 mile.
• We'll stop at the bench atop the hill and have a social event and shack share that will last about an hour.
• Then we'll follow the ridge for about 3/4 of a mile on a relatively flat section, then another 1/4 mile down to the road. We'll wait there for everybody to catch up.
• Next, we'll follow the path alongside the road for about 500' (flat walk) and turn left. This will be a flat section that leads for almost a mile back to the park.

Directions

From CA-23
North, exit Olsen Rd.
Olsen Rd. east, becoming Madera, for 1.8 miles.
Right on N. Woodranch Pkwy until it ends after 2 miles.
Left on Long Canyon for 1.7 miles.
Left on Bluegrass St. (across from Challenger Park Rd.) for 750'.
Left on Valley Gate Rd. for 1/2 mile.
Park on the street next to the far end of Coyote Park.

From CA-118
Exit 1st st., south for 2.75 miles.
Right on Bluegrass St. (across from Challenger Park Rd.) for 750'.
Left on Valley Gate Rd. for 1/2 mile.
Park on the street next to the far end of Coyote Park.

Address of a nearby house: 284 Valley Gate Rd., Simi Valley, CA 93065

The Hike
Distance: 3.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 700'
Difficulty: Intermediate
Pace: 2.0 mph
Dogs: Yes
Restrooms: No.
Drinking Fountains: No.
Parking: Free in the street alongside Coyote Park,
Trail: Double Track, Fire Road.

What to Bring
1-2 liters of water.
Snacks and/or beverages to share
Hiking shoes preferred, but athletic shoes will be OK.
Flashlight or headlamp.

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