About us
We are a high-effort hiking community based in Orange County, Southern California, for people who want their weekends to build something.
Our hikes are brisk, intentional, and community driven. We are not a casual walking group, a sightseeing group, or a guided hiking service. We are a volunteer-led group of people who like to move, train, connect, and raise the floor of what ordinary effort feels like.
Some members run. Some lift. Some train for big objectives. Some simply want a stronger version of their weekend. What we have in common is that we show up ready to move.
The Sunday Standard
Sunday hikes are the foundation of the group.
Expect:
- 8 to 12 miles
- 1,500 to 2,500+ ft of gain
- A brisk, steady pace
- Limited stops
- A group culture built around consistency, effort, and respect for everyone’s time
The goal is simple: get outside, move with purpose, connect with good people, and leave stronger than you came.
The Saturday Altitude Series
The Saturday Altitude Series is a smaller training series for hikers preparing for higher, longer, more demanding objectives.
It is built for people training for Mt. Whitney, San Gorgonio, San Jacinto, Mount Baldy, Cucamonga Peak, the SoCal Six-Pack of Peaks, international treks, multi-day alpine routes, endurance events, and other serious mountain days.
Expect higher elevation, longer distance, more gain, variable weather, and rougher terrain.
Because these hikes are more demanding, attendance may be limited based on recent hiking experience, pace compatibility, and route requirements.
Is this for you?
Join us if you want a group that moves with purpose, respects the effort, and makes a strong weekend feel ordinary.
You do not need to be elite. You do need to come prepared for the route, ready for the pace, and willing to meet the effort.
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Stay Connected
If you’re new here, start with Your Environment Is Your Training Plan, a field note on why consistency is easier when you stop trying to build it alone.
For more notes on effort, endurance, and human capacity, subscribe to Not So Casual Hikes.
Upcoming events
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The Wet and Wild Bridge to Nowhere and Devils Gulch
Bridge to Nowhere, Bridge to Nowhere - Trailhead, Camp Bonita Rd, La Verne, CA 91750,, La Verne, CA, USPLEASE READ ENTIRE POST BEFORE SIGNING UP
By joining the meetup, you agree to Meetup Terms of Service releases the Organizer and Assistant Organizers from any liability related to incidents that occur at Meetup gatherings
YOU ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOURSELF AND YOUR SAFETY.
By signing up for this event, you agree to hold harmless the hike organizer, assistant organizers and other participants for any injuries sustained during this hike,First-Time Participants:
If you have not previously hiked with us on a comparable route, please message the organizer with:
1. Date of your most recent 12+ mile hike
2. Distance, elevation gain, and completion time
3. Your average moving pace
4. Comparable routes completed
Submission of this information does not guarantee admission.
We are all about safety and enjoyment on all hikes.Group Size & Admission Policy:
Group size is intentionally limited to maintain safety.
Admission is based on ability level, experience, stamina, navigating on very rocky, rough and uneven terrain with sheer steep cliff drop off's and water crossings.This is one of my favorite So. Cal. day hike in the San Gabriel Mountain's the trail follows the San Gabriel River traversing the stream approximately 6-8 times (each way), meandering with a steady climb through the East Fork Trail.
We will go to the BTN first after arriving at the Bridge to Nowhere (where the bungee jumpers jump from the bridge) We will go past the bridge and scramble down to the creek and have lunch and maybe take a dip in the pools.
After the BTN we will go to Devil’s Gulch waterfall for a view and a group photo.
Some streams crossing can be forceful, but fordable with firm bottom footing. Currently the water level is about 2-3 feet at some deeper crossings.The Hiking Guy provides a good description of the hike. [Bridge to Nowhere Hike Guide - HikingGuy.com](https://hikingguy.com/hiking-trails/best-la-hikes/bridge-to-nowhere-hike/)
WHAT TO BRING: At least 3 liters of water, sunscreen, hat, extra shoes and socks, lunch, towel. Do not wear waterproof shoes because
they can retain water and make you uncomfortable. Wear swimwear underneath if you want to take a dip. Trekking poles are very helpful.
Waterproof your cell phones and cameras since you may fall into the water.Go Time: 7:am sharp
Difficulty: Moderate/Strenuous
Distance: 11+ miles round trip
Elev. Gain: 1200 ft
Duration: 6+ hours
General Rating: Level 3 Strenuous due to distance, Rough Terrain and water crossing's.RATING TABLE (https://tinyurl.com/HikeRating) to read more about difficulty levels.
Parking: This hike requires an Adventure Pass. You can purchase a day pass for $5 or an annual pass for $30 at most sporting goods stores. You can also use your National Park Pass or Senior Pass. Here is a link of where you can purchase either the day/annual pass (please purchase beforehand, as you cannot purchase in the parking lot): http://www.fs.usda.gov/detailfull/r5/passes-permits/recreation/?cid=stelprdb5181410&width=full
FACILITIES: Rest rooms are located in the parking lot near the trail head.
Post hike celebration: After the hike, you are welcome to join us for lunch at La Tolteca Restaurant, 429 N Azusa Ave, Azusa.
latoltecaazusa.comNOTE: Hiking is a rewarding and pleasant activity in nature, but there are certain dangers you should be aware of.
Those include, but are not limited to, Trip and Fall injuries, Bee stings, Poison Oak exposure, Ticks, Snake Bites, Coyotes, Mountain Lions, Big Horn Sheep, Bears or Other Wildlife.16 attendees
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