Challenger Park in Simi Valley, CA is located off first street. The park provides recreational…read moreareas and access to various trails that take you into the mountains and away from the traffic of first street. The trails provide some good elevation to get your heart pumping. In spring time, the trails are a great place to enjoy the beauty of the flowers abound. Plus the trails tend to be well groomed and wide in most of areas to provide ultimate safety during snake season. For trails routes, if unfamiliar with the area, its best to use Alltrails. The park does provide ample wildlife- so be aware. Within the park you can find deer, mountain lions, coyotes, snales and more. Plus a wide range of birds can be seen. Given the trails tend to be empty and remote in some areas- best to hike with somebody. Also, good if you have cell reception in case of an emergency. The park provides ample parking lot spaces. Note the parking lot does not open till sunrise. As an alternative you can park across the street in the subdivision-- Just be mindful of the neighbors and the traffic across first street.

So fun and naturally beautiful. My only gripe is that most of the trails are over grown and in…read morereally bad shape. I will be back with my pups and can't wait to explore more.

I was looking for a dog-friendly hike that's close enough for a day trip,…read more Wildwood Regional Park I was the perfect find! We hiked out to Paradise Falls, and while the view from a distance had me thinking, "That's it?"... once you get closer, it's actually beautiful. The weather was in the 80s, with the cool breeze made the hike so much more enjoyable (especially on the steeper parts). My pup had the best time too! I would've loved to let him run free, but this isn't an off-leash park. What I really loved is that there are so many different trails. Whether you're in the mood for a quick walk, a jog, or a longer hike, you'll find a route that fits. There were lots of people out enjoying the scenery, and the nearby town has plenty of cute spots to grab a bite afterward. It was such a fun outing. I would totally do it again!

Very adventurous trail to the waterfall. It was a beautiful day, love the rest stop along the way…read morethe tipee rest stop. It was a relaxing hike.

This is an absolute gem tucked away in Thousand Oaks! If you're looking for a peaceful, moderately…read moreeasy hike with beautiful scenery and minimal crowds, this is the spot. The loop is well-maintained, clearly marked, and offers a great mix of shaded sections and open views of the surrounding hills. It's perfect for a morning or late afternoon walk, especially if you want to escape into nature without venturing too far from the city. It has an awesome natural vibe. Parking is easy, and the trailhead is conveniently located in a quiet neighborhood. Whether you're hiking, jogging, or just out for a relaxing stroll, Woodridge Loop is one of those local treasures you'll want to return to again and again. Highly recommend bringing water, wearing decent shoes, and just taking your time to enjoy the serenity. Loved it!

Great jumping off point for the trail system in TO. Great for mountain biking and hiking. Many…read moretrails to choose from. Everything is so green right now and wildflowers are seen passing along the trail.

Las Llajas is such a great hike. Dogs are allowed. Not too much of an incline…read more Plenty of mountain bikers too. We usually go in 3.5 miles to the fork where the windmill is and back out for 7 miles total. You can keep going and connect to other nearby trails for added distance. There is not much shade so it's best to go early before the heat. The trailhead is in a residential area with plenty of parking.

This is always one of my favorite low key hikes in Simi Valley when I do not feel like hiking an…read moreincline. The trailhead is tucked away in a residential area. From the road to the end, is approximately 6.6 miles. Off the main trail, there are hikes that will take you into the mountains. You can also connect this trail to Rocky Peak Trail. On the trail you will find people hiking, biking, and jogging. From time to time you may encounter vehicles as at the end of the trail there is private property. You may also encounter cows along the trail. In addition, you may see a wide range of birds, including owls, bats, coyotes, snakes and frogs/toads. Be on the look out for rattle snakes- especially when its warm and the sun is out. As for parking, there is plenty of on street parking by the trailhead.

A friend recently took me to Paradise Falls, and it was such a beautiful and peaceful experience…read more We started on the Teepee Trail where we saw a really cool teepee structure, then continued down to the bottom of the falls. The waterfall is stunning from below, and the view from the top is just as spectacular. Along the way we explored a small cave and passed two beautiful creeks. We even saw some ducks flying overhead, which made the whole hike feel even more special. After that, we hiked uphill on the Teepee Trail, stopped at Lizard Rock, and eventually made our way back to the parking lot. The views throughout the hike are wonderful and so peaceful there's nothing like disconnecting and reconnecting with nature here. Parking is free and the lot is fairly large (around 40 cars or more). There are bathrooms at the trailhead and also near the campground, which is very convenient. We ended up hiking about 5 miles. It took us 2 hours and 30 minutes of moving time, and about 3 hours total including breaks and photo stops. I highly recommend this trail if you're looking for a scenic and relaxing hike.

I really enjoyed this hike. It was very scenic and you can see the luscious greenery after the…read moreweeks of rain we got recently. In the middle of the hike there is a teepee where you can take a lunch or snack break. At the end you get to see a waterfall! I'd say the hike is easy/moderate with a couple sections of huge incline/steepness. Regular tennis shoes will do but hiking shoes would be even better as there some areas with many little rocks and pebbles.

Well-maintained trail system that allows you to hikes short or long as you want to make it. You…read morewent on the short hikes you will get some great views (especially outside of June gloom season). Parking is easy and it too far from freeway access. I've never seen any big wildlife out here so I'm not sure what locals might see who venture out here on a steady visitation cycle.

The first plus about this place is that they have a restroom. They are clean which is nice. We took…read morean impromptu hike and it was honestly so beautiful. At first it felt like a lot because I didn't know what to expect. They have a couple of different trails you can take and we took the easier one. It's still kicked my butt but it was definitely worth it. Now that I know what to expect I'd definitely come back on the regular. A lot of poison oak along the trails. So be aware of what plants you're touching. Some trails you go through some flower areas and there are a lot of bees but honestly they don't bother you. Make sure to take plenty of water. It's a beautiful view.

I loved this easy uphill trail that hugs the mountain…read more We saw a couple of mountain bikers on this trail most of them had bells to notify us which was great. The trail is narrow but so much fun. I cannot wait to come back and do this trail again.

1o.14.17 SGV to…read moreThousand Oaks. That was quite the drive. It took us awhile to find this trail because we weren't familiar with the place and the directions on the GPS was messed up. Anyway, the trail starts within the residential area. It was right in front of some rich people's house haha It was a very nice house so they must be rich lol I'm jealous. The trail wasn't long but definitely a good cardio workout because it was somewhat steep. So be careful when you are heading back down bc it gets slippery by the tiny rocks on the trail. There were a lot of bikers, hikers not so much. We saw 3 hikers (they were heading down) on our way up but didn't see anyone on our way down. But be cautious about bikers, don't get run over. It was a hot day but it got windy as we reached the top so it was nice. It had a table at the top so it's like a little picnic area except there's no shade so you might get sunburn. Be sure to wear sunscreen! We chilled at the top for almost an hr bc the weather was very nice and chit chatted with some of the bikers. If you're around the area or don't mind the drive, go check it out.

Unfortunately the hummingbird trail is not the same with the new housing development. And every…read moretime I visit these days the situation gets a bit worst: as the development limits entrance onto the trail. Once you get beyond the development you will be treated to some great hiking and boulder climbing if you choose. Still worth the visit: today I was in search of waterfalls after the rain storm, unfortunately just puddles of water. There were cute frogs though!

Parking: Looks like you can park on the street next to the…read moreentrance but not directly inside the culvasac. (This is what the locals do) Besides that, there is a gravel parking lot across the street from the new development, north west corner at the intersection of Mount Sinai and Kuehner Dr. Conditions: It has just rained and the trail was really washed out, there are a slew of mountain biking trails that are connected to the trail. All join about midway up the mountain. Definitely steep and requires some climbing. The rocks are a rough sandstone, so very grippy. Overall: Enjoyed it, views are great, it was overcast on my visit but could be very hot. You are in the direct sun for all of it. Would return, approximately 2-3 hours of hiking, depending on how curious you are.