Sunday Rocky Trail Hike at 4:00pm

Looking east-southeast at Stoney Point from the Rocky Peak trail, February 5, 2023. Thanks Marcel.

WhereAmEye (Tall Mark) has been doing this hike up the Chumash Trail in Simi Valley every Thursday night since the Jurassic Period, and he'll be leading this event until the Ice Age, i.e. this hike always happens, even when it rains, snows, hails, or blows. The only exception is when it's on fire (or Mark sprains his knee).

It's mostly a steady climb to where the trail meets with the Rocky Peak Fire Road. When you get to the 'slippery' part just over a mile up, ask him who was responsible for Kurt breaking his ankle there in 2012, but don't believe whatever he tells you. (Just kidding, Mark, don't get touchy!)

Distance: 5.0 miles

Elevation Gain: 1200'

Difficulty: Intermediate - hard for beginners

Dogs: Yes, but must be leashed

Restrooms: No

Water Fountain: No

Parking: Free at trailhead

Trail: Out and back, single track, rugged

Sunset: Varies, but bring a headlamp or flashlight when needed!

Known Dangers: Rattlesnakes, slip-'n-fall, COVID-19 infected hikers

Bring:

Flashlight/headlamp when it's dark

Sunscreen and hat when it's not (It gets hot as Hades in summer)

LOTS of H20 when it's hot (maybe 2L if you sweat a lot)

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• If you choose to sign up for any event, you are releasing the organizers of PM Hikers from all liability in case of possible injuries.

• The organizers of PM Hikers are not trained leaders and we do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips. By participating in any posted event, you're taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being.

• Hiking and other outdoor events are inherently dangerous and accidents can happen. All participants take full responsibility for their own actions.

• Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience.