CALABASAS RIDGE "In search of ..." Join me and The Calabasas Day Hikers on a hike in search of fossils on Calabasas Ridge (Fossil Ridge). This sandstone ridge is thrust out of the earth almost vertically, very much like those rocks found in The Devil's Punchbowl area and will require us to negotiate very steep sections at times involving class 3 rock climbing (using your hands at times). So, even though this is a short hike of less than 4 miles, it will take time to negotiate this challenging terrain. If you're in good condition, not afraid of heights and love looking for fossils, this will be a fun event. There are caves to explore as well. DIRECTIONS TO TRAILHEAD: From the 405/101 Freeway: West on 101 to Topanga Canyon Blvd. South. Right on Topanga 1.6 mi. Rt on Mulholland Dr 0.6 mi. Left onto Mulholland Hwy for a pleasant 5.3 mi Left on Stunt Rd 1.0 mile. Park in turnout on right From the 101 Freeway west of Calabasas: 101 East, exit on Las Virgines Road and head south for 3 miles to Mulholland Highway. Turn left and continue 4 miles to Stunt Road. Turn right and drive 1.0 mile to the turnout on the right. TERRAIN: Steep PACE: Very slow pace. LEVEL: Intermediate MEET UP TIME: No later than 11:00 a.m. DISTANCE: Less than 4 miles ELEVATION GAIN: Less than a 1000 feet. BACK TO THE CARS: No later than 4:00 p.m. depending on the progress of the group.
