GETTIN' BONEY ON TRIPEAKS!…read more STATS: Distance: 9-10 miles, 5-7 hours Elevation Gain: 2700 ft. Rating: Fairly strenuous Trail: Loop Another beeeautiful morning for a hike with The Crew. This route took us out to the Newbury Park area for a dirty, rocky, hands and knees adventure. Gloves were a much needed essential. This loop hike took us along some beautiful and isolated trails in the Boney Mountain State Wilderness Area of Point Mugu State Park to the spectacular rock formations of Tripeaks and then just a quarter mile further to the Boney Overlook. Crawlin' in some spots to Tripeaks, lunch was served. The view while we grubbed was such an added bonus. After lunch we headed down via the Upper Cabin Trail after a moment at Boney, past the old cabin site. The Western Ridge trail gets quite a bit of use, but is not officially maintained, so it is very narrow in places. Overall, it is quite steep, climbing 1200 feet in 1.2 miles, and it has some short and very steep sections. Long-sleeved shirts and long pants are strongly recommended to help protect against scratches aka Honor Badges from the chaparral. The views from the west and south are spectacularly stunning. Tripeaks is a hodgepodge of sandstone formations with huge boulders, caves and a groovy crevice to traverse. We could have spent hours exploring just this little area, but we will save that for another time. Boney offers sweeping views of Ventura County, Westlake, Malibu, Point Mugu State Park and the Pacific Ocean. On a clear day the Channel Islands are visible to the west. Despite its low elevation, Boney Peak rises dramatically from Sycamore Canyon near Camarillo. A good deal of its northern and western aspect is marked by a 1,500 foot precipice lined with jagged formations and rocky crags. DISCLAIMER: Hiking is not something that can be taken lightly. It can be life-threatening as you see and hear on the news, people die or get lost all time. Please, if you are going to hike, never go alone and prepare for the worst, hope for the best. Remember when going for a hike, no matter how short you think it may be, always be prepared. Carry at least two liters of water for every five miles (more if the weather is warm), protein bar, nuts, and electrolytes. Wear sturdy lug sole shoes and protective clothing. Some areas the weather can change quicker than a fireman can put on his gear. It is also very important, always always always let a family member or friend know where you are going and when you expect to be back. Lastly, have fun when you hike it up.

Date of the hike: 3.19.2011…read more According to my friend's GPS, we hiked 8.2 miles round trip with an elevation gain/loss of 2,000ft. We kind of just winged it and parked right at the end of Wendy Ave when you exit on the 101fwy. I think other websites out there say to park somewhere else. The hike itself had a couple signs here and there but we were still a little confused on which path to take. There's a nice waterfall about a mile into the hike and you'll have to cross a little stream. There's a lot of shade near the waterfall so it's a perfect area to rest or have a quick snack. I wish I read the description on LocalHikes.com (http://www.localhikes.com/Hikes/BoneyMountainOverlook_4472.asp) a little better. Instead of making a left towards Danielson Monument we took the other path which had a gradual incline, no switchbacks here. We did get to a different hill that has a good view and found the correct way to go to the overlook. If it wasn't for our time constraints, we would have back tracked and went up the right way. We'll have to go back and see the view from the top. http://www.flickr.com/photos/lamb1028/sets/72157626248248337/

My friend brought me to this hiking spot and I was so grateful, it was lovely. I love that Satwiwa…read morehas many different hiking paths so that you can try different routes each time. This also helps to breakup the flow of hikers as you get more privacy with more routes. Satwiwa is great for beginners and intermediate hikers. There are plenty of pathways with low incline and even walkways. But if your feeling more adventuresome there were paths a little more rocky and the farther you go we could see major inclines. This hiking area appeared both bike and dog friendly. Not a lot of doggies when we came today but a few. Didn't see many dog walkway trashcans but the routes were clean and picked up after. We saw a lot of cyclists. Thankfully the major pathways are big enough for you to walk safely to the side and for people to ride down the middle on their bikes. I felt safe as you could see miles ahead and the walkways were busy (not crowded) but I never felt isolated. So if you like a more private trail maybe not for you but it was comfortable and I still felt out in nature. Beautiful sights of the hills and flowers, fresh air, and loads of walkways to travel. So glad my friend helped me find this spot and I can't wait to add this area to my regular weekend walks.

Amazing park for hiking, definitely worth the drive. Great…read moreviews, pathways are not difficult or dangerous, not many people (during the week) Will be returning soon and enjoying the outdoors.

Arrived at around 4pm on a Monday and there was no one in sight. Parking was easy and from the…read moreparking lot and back it was an easy 2mi hike, mostly flat and straight with signages along the way, the last .4mi was steep though but still very manageable. Best to come in for the sunset (but people do start coming in at around 530pm-sh so can get crowded during this time). Zero shade along the way so be prepared with sunscreen and water! The trail is a little bit unkept probably due to covid (heard they closed down for a bit). But as of 07/27 all trails and parking lot are all open (even Paradise Falls).

Canyon Overlook or the path up to it wasn't too bad until about 1/2 way up. It's gets pretty steep…read morewith lots of rocks and loose dirt so it's very easy to slip. The path to Lizard Rock from Overloop is pretty technical on the way down and some tight turns on the incline toward Lizard Rock. Lizard rock itself was fine with but with some tight switch backs. All in all, not for the faint of heart but I would do it again. FYI, did this trail on my Specialized Levo SL Comp

I thought this was a hidden gem in Santa Rosa Valley, but apparently everybody knows about this…read morebeautiful trail. Once you arrive at this park, there are multiple trails to enjoy that will satisfy different hiking levels. Some of the trails at this park go into the mountains with some significant elevation. The hill canyon trail is a flat trail at this park. As it was a super-hot day, my hiking group and I took an easy, and we just did a 3.7 mile out and back trail that was quite easy and took under hour and 20 minutes to do at a causal pace. The trail followed the river, which I heard bass can be seen in the water. The trail was very pretty and relaxing. While on the trail you need to be alert. You may encounter mountain bikers zooming through the trails. Plus, you also get horseback riders in this area. On a hot sunny day you always need to be alert to snakes. At the trailhead there is a small parking lot. I heard on the weekends this parking lot gets super busy early in the morning. Not too far away there is a larger lot available. This park is worth a visit for beginner hikers as well as advance hiker. Bring plenty of water and hat as most of the area is not shaded! Happy trails!

Love love love this trail!…read more Definitely one of my go to trails. You can either hike up the mountain that has a gradual incline. This trail leads to lizard rock once you get to the top and continue on. If you keep going it will lead you to paradise falls . If you plan on going that far, plan to take a lunch and water and comfortable hiking shoes. Or take a walk across the bridge and down a pathway where you'll see the creek which is so peaceful .

Simple trail with some nice up and down sections to get the heart pumping and break a sweat. Be…read morecautious- it seems like a wooden pallet or small crossing over the water has broken based on our last visit. It made it a bit difficult to pass. Be cautious of the cars driving up and down Erringer Rd. Was almost hit TWICE (on the way in and on the way out) by cars running the red light at the intersection of Erringer and Flacon, next to the small parking area, while walking across the crosswalk at the traffic light.

Entered through a neighborhood so I was confused at first on how to get to the trail but found it…read moreeventually. Didn't walk the whole thing but it was still awesome views and not busy on a weekday

This is short 2 mile hike. There is no restroom in the area and it's free parking. Just follow…read morethe ridge going up to Ladyface Mountain as this is a one way in and back out trail. In the beginning, there is a split, make sure to go left up the ridge. Not quite sure where the trail going right takes you. There is a bit of rock scrambling but I did not have any difficulties getting past it. As you near the top, there is a rock where the American Flag use to be located. This does require some climbing, so be careful. If you don't want to try that, hike past the rock and continue on the small trail to Ladyface Mountain. Both location offers 360 views. When done, hike back down. There is no shades on this hike, so pack accordingly to the weather and have fun.

This unofficial trail is a short and exhilarating. The trail ascends a steep ridgeline that, from a…read moredistance, supposedly resembles a silhouette profile of a lady's face. If you didn't already know this information then I apologize in advance since, from this point forward, you will forever attempt to make-out the ridgeline facial image whenever you drive by. The trailhead can be a little hard to locate since it is unmarked. The best landmark is the sign pointing towards Silver Creek Rd. Park along the side of the road on the dirt. I recommend wearing really good hiking shoes since the steep grade, combined with the loose dirt, makes the trail real slippery especially as you head down the mountain. The 2-mile out and back trail can be somewhat intimidating, especially if you are afraid of heights. It's really not that dangerous. There are some areas where the trail becomes narrow along the steep hillside. I surprisingly saw a number of families with young kids and pets. I suspect they didn't make it all the way to the end. The jagged volcanic rock outcrops make you feel as if you are walking along the spine of the mountain. I made it 0.6-miles before I decided to turn back. It was a little too steep for my liking. There was an American flag was waving to me in the distance encouraging me to continue on but I had to decline. I read that the final portion involves some rock climbing. If you're feeling less adventurous, and if you are interested in more of lower altitude adventure, then you may want to try the lower trail located one mile down the road. It curves around the backside of Ladyface Mountain. It's also 2 miles out and back. You will see signage in front of a metal gate. After a short distance you'll come across a monument commemorating David Balch who once owned and later donated this property to the state for preservation. Bear left at the junction with the monument. The trail takes you down into a canyon and then back up a mountain to the rear area of Ladyface Mountain. There are interesting rock outcroppings covered with brightly colored lichen. It's fun to explore all of the different rock formations. You'll feel like you have been transported to another county. Chances are you will also be the only one there to enjoy it which is a bonus

Hikes with cool endings are always my favorite. This one definitely doesn't disappoint. It took me…read moretwo visits to figure out how to get here since there's not a lot of info on this one. It's about a 5-mile roundtrip hike. There's some tall brush that you'll have to walk through at the end so you may want to wear pants and wear hiking shoes. There are a number of different trails that can take take you here. I started from the trailhead located at the end of Falling Star Ave in Thousand Oaks. The trailhead is a little hidden. It's located off to the right at the end of a cul-de-sac. Make your way along the curvy Hidden Meadow Trail. You'll reach a fork where you will need to make a sharp right continuing uphill on Sandstone Hill Trail. After a decent incline, take a left at the fork and continue to head in an uphill direction. The trail eventually dead-ends at a power line transmission tower. From there you will see the arch high up on the mountain. You'll then probably say to yourself, fogettaboutit! But it's actually not as hard as it appears. There's a small path marked by a cairn. You will need to power your way up the hill. The trail is well-marked but really overgrown with tall dry brush. When you get to the top head left. The trail will lead you to the backside of the arch. Be sure to spend some time reading the short messages and view the various trinkets left by behind by people. Relax in the cool shade. Climb on top of the arch and appreciate the views. I really liked the inspirational message someone wrote. "Hope you find your peace and enjoy the beauty of your surroundings...Push through the pokey brush and trust your instincts carving a path."

This is a difficult hike but worth it for the views. Lots cool rock features and several caves near…read moreby with cliffs that overlook the surrounding cities.

This is a short hike, but don't let that fool you, it is VERY steep. A butt breaker, it will…read moredefinitely get your blood pumping and have you really leaning into the climb. The trail is a paved narrow road that winds all the way up, so beware if your dog likes to chase rabbits, there are many and the drop is straight down. I have not see any of the famed residents yet, but if you are interested, free group dusk hikes are offered at specific times during the season to view and learn more about the tarantulas. You can usually find out about these on local FB groups like Conejo Valley Guide. The hill is also a great place to see: mammals, reptiles, other insects and a variety of plant life, including cacti and wildflowers, especially in the spring! Parking is along the shoulder of the road across from the botanical garden on sand and gravel. The trail is clearly marked with a sign. Once you reached the top you are able to enjoy a 360 degree view of the Conejo Valley and beyond!

We spent most of our day traveling in the car, so it was great to take this quick but fairly steep…read morehike. Got the heart rate up and reminded the thighs, hamstrings, and knees what their jobs are. Views at the top weren't too bad either!