California Canine Hikers organizes and leads day and evening hikes mainly in Los Angeles County foothills and mountains. Most of our hikes are relatively easy -- around five miles, round-trip, with no more than about 1,000' of elevation gain. Some, however, are a bit more challenging, and can run to eight or more miles in length and contain more than a thousand feet of gain. While our activities, and indeed the entire club, are very casual, we insist that the dogs remain leashed at all times, th …

It's all about enjoying the wilderness! Hiking in the local canyons- mostly in the San Gabriel Mountains. All hikes will be along a stream in a canyon and at a very slow pace with lots of breaks. All hikes will be between 5-12 hours long, usually around 9 hours. The difficulty level is intermediate, but beginners are welcome if they are in good shape and have an attitude of adventure! Safety always comes first, of course. It's recommended (but not required) that you bring the TEN ESSENTIAL …

Like to hike?  Like to hike at a fast pace? Like to hike at a slow pace?  Like to hike with interesting people? Like to hike with your beloved (leashed) dog? Come hike with us. We've been doing this for over 5 years now, and it's always fun! Hike your own hike with us! IMPORTANT: RAIN ALWAYS CANCELS THE HIKE! DUES/FEES There are no membership dues to be a part of this group. For most of the events, a $1 donation at the trailhead is asked, but it's totally voluntary and refundable. The donation …

Most of us work during the weekend! This is a group for those of you whom love the outdoors and love to hike and camp but only have the weekends to do so. Well, although some day hikes will be posted most will consist of overnight to multi day trips ranging from the northern sierras to Joshua tree through all four seasons. Majority will be posted in the San Gabriel’s and San Gorgonio/San Jacinto mountains but there will be scattered adventures elsewhere. Packing in your food and gear is a requir …

Welcome to our condo (a group of condors is called a condo or scarcity), Ventura County hikers & walkers! (This site will post only local Sierra Club events.) Meet others “to explore, enjoy, and protect the wild places of the earth, to practice and promote the responsible use of the earth’s ecosystems and resources, to educate and enlist humanity to protect and restore the quality of the natural and human environment, and to use all lawful means to carry out the objectives.”

This group was created to cater to adults who love to hike, love the outdoors and want to do anywhere from 2-6 miles at a moderate pace. You should join this group if you like planned, as well as impromptu gatherings at varied times and varied locations. If you enjoy meeting people and making friends, love the outdoors and leaving your cares behind, then this is for you!

We are a group of vegetarians and vegans who love hiking and the outdoors. We also enjoy camping, backpacking, day trips and exploring veggie restaurants all over the Greater LA region. Beautiful nature, awesome, like-minded people and great veggie food! What more can you ask for?!!! ;) Note : You don't have to be vegetarian/vegan to be a part of this group but you MUST respect the choice/lifestyle of those who are, since one aim of this group is to provided an environment for veg*n outdoor-mi …

I enjoy easy paced hikes and strools every weekend and would enjoy the company of others to chat along the way. We will enjoy beautiful scenery and  the wild things of the Santa Monica Mountains, as well as an occational strool on the beach for a sunset. We will have picnics or go out for a bite to eat after words for a socialize. Kind Reagards: Chris

Get your daily dose of nature in the city! Griffith Park is an oasis in our bustling city and the perfect place to walk/hike the hilly trails, explore nature, take in the amazing views, and get some sunshine and earthiness in your day. If you live close by or want to get to know this part of the city, join us for some outdoor fun! Our group is primarily for beginner and intermediate trekkers (walkers/hikers) and the treks are either 45 minutes or 1 hour 15 minutes long. If you are interested, we …

Welcome to this fun  Meetup in Los Angeles! This meetup will have many hikes in Los Angeles! It will also many many outdoor activities in LA. If you like to hike in Los Angeles, then this is the perfect Meetup for you! Don't you want to meet peeps your own age?  We do hikes, bar socials, tv show tapings, walks, etc.

Welcome to Hiking With Dean, the best hiking group this side of the Los Angeles River! We are headquartered in Brentwood, gateway to "The Big Wild"-- an 18,500-acre swath of the Santa Monica Mountains that includes 10,000-acre Topanga State Park and other public lands at San Vicente Mountain Park (aka the Nike Missile Base), Rustic, Sullivan and Mandeville canyons. Formally the original "The Weekday Hikers," we now meet regularly on the weekends for hikes mostly in and around the Santa Monica Mo …

We are a group of 20- and 30-somethings interested in meeting new friends in the greater L.A. area while enjoying the outdoors through hiking, camping, backpacking, beach-combing, playing volleyball and other fun experiences. We like to have fun, but we also want to stay safe. For that reason, each hike is reviewed by our organization before posting to make sure at least two qualified volunteer leaders trained in CPR and basic First Aid are involved, and we ask that all hikers stay between the l …

Welcome! This group is for hikers of all levels who want to explore the beauty and incredible trails of the San Gabriel Mountains, and the rest of Southern California. As our name suggests, many of our hikes will begin early in the morning, although we have regular evening hikes as well. The early starts allow us to hit the trails (and the parking lots) before the crowds set in, and by starting early we also finish all but our longest hikes before noon. Our hikes range from short and fairly easy …

Meet others who are interested in getting in shape and taking advantage of the beautiful hiking trails that are so close to us. We will meet one or two times a month at varying locations!

If you are looking for active adults who like to ski, snowboard, play volleyball, hike, camp, bike ride, travel, or socialize with other singles or couples ...  this is the group for you.  The Conejo Ski and Sport Club has been around for over 20 years and is a great way to meet people, see new things and go to interesting places.  We post hiking, volleyball and skiing activities on the meetup site.  But that is only a small part of the groups activities.  Visit our website at www.conejoskiclub. …

I am taking over this group because by reviewing all the great members already part of this group I didn't want it to be deleted! However, I strongly believe dancing and socializing brings people together and I have created a dance studio where I will be offering a free class every two weeks where anyone who is interested and wants to come and join for the selected class will be more than welcome to come alone or perhaps bring a friend and enjoy a great dance class and forget about everything el …

This group is for all people who realize the Grand Truth that God created mornings for sleeping in, not hiking. I pledge that every hike of ours will begin at an hour that is followed by a well-rested "p.m." Now you no longer have to miss a wonderful hike just because you couldn't drag yourself out of bed to get to the trailhead by 8 a.m.  Our start times will always begin between the hours of noon and midnight. All members can suggest and organize a hike. Disclaimer: This is Southern California …

Why join the SoCal Gay Men Excursion & Hiking Group? Do you enjoy hiking and the outdoors? Are you an adult gay man? This is a group for adult gay men who love hiking and are outdoor lovers. This group is exclusively for adult gay men interested in hiking and outdoor excursions. Where: Hikes are in the Southern California areas-- Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino and Ventura counties. Activities are often for specific skill levels, ranging from beginner to advanced. Waiver and Fee: Upon joing …

Hiking, Peak bagging and Backpacking throughout the year with many Sierra Club sections. Outings at all levels for beginning to conditioned and experienced hikers. Meet other like-minded folks who love the outdoors. Enjoy shared "happy hours" camping beside alpine lakes; celebrate with others as they achieve their goals of climbing local, Sierra, and desert peaks; make lifelong friends with whom you can explore the outdoors in every season. To find more Sierra Club outings go to http://angeles2. …

The purpose of this group is to discover, explore and understand the natural resources existing in an urban environment. During the weekend I teach classes in what I call "Urban Outdoor Skills" and once a month, I take people on a donation-based hike/meeting to explore the city wilderness where we learn about wild edible food, the various uses of plants (medicinal, aromatic, etc...) and how to use nature to become more self-reliant. The hike/Meeting is very informal - we have a mix of experts an …

This group is for anyone who enjoys hiking, the great outdoors and natural hot water springs. If your interested in exploring the California wilderness and finding some great off the grid natural hot tubs come join me for an informational session and well plan a trip out to one of the many hot springs around the greater Los Angeles Area.

Meet other people who are interested in hiking and walking for exercise, and attending various other fun events such as bicycling, kayaking, river rafting, etc. We sometimes have BBQs, sometimes have fundraisers, sometimes have parties and even go on exotic vacations....but mostly it is about hiking and having fun in the outdoors.  You will find adventure on the various trails in the surrounding greater Los Angeles area which could even include downtown L.A. walks, or restaurants in other areas, …

The Valencia Hiking Crew hopes to provide you the hiker access to the many trails that surround the communities that we live in. We are NOT a beginner hiking group so please be sure to read the hike descriptions to get a good understanding of what type of adventure you're going to be participating in.  We do hikes of many varying levels and each one could require different skills or abilities with the ultimate goal  of having a fun and enjoyable experience.  While the name says Valencia we hike …

I started this group as a way to bring Hike Enthusiasts together that want to enjoy the vast array of trails, intense beauty, and local history of the San Gabriel Mountains. We are not professional or paid hikers. By joining this group you acknowledge that The San Gabriel Mountains Hike Group, it's owner, assistant organizers, members, or staff members are not liable for any injuries you may suffer while participating in our events. Please be sure that you are physically fit to attempt the hik …

We're a group that likes to get together on Saturday mornings for a great hike. It's an excellent way to get outdoors, see amazing views of LA, meet new people, and help us stay in shape. We try to mix it up, and try new hikes around the LA area. We're always welcome to suggestions on new hikes from our members! We want to emphasize that we are not trained professionals - just a group of friends who like to get together to hike, so remember that you are always participating at your own risk! Ple …

Are you interested in trying food from other countries? Do you want to check out the oldest and best restaurants in LA and Orange County? While doing so you'll have the chance to walk off all those calories (or at least some of them). Join this diverse group of foodie hikers (Foodikers) as we explore Southern California and many other great places on day, overnight, and long distance trips!

Purpose of the group is to provide support and social activities to African Americans in the long beach area. Most clubs have too many restrictions eg professional, skiers, hikers. Most clubs isolate African Americans. This is a club simply for people who want to have good, clean safe fun with their peers in the African American community. We can learn to love and grow together.

If you're looking for backpacking, canyoneering, mountaineering, serious day hikes, and other advanced trips, look no further. What makes us different from other LA Hiking Groups? A focus on advanced events, with day hikes of at least 10 miles a day, weekend backpacking, camping, and technical canyoneering too. You won't see any easy hikes, cookouts, or social events here. Four season hiking - In the winter we'll actively seek out snow for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, winter camping, and …