Oak Park / China Flat
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Skill level : Intermediate
Event Leader : Michelle Kemmer
Email : MKOlaGirl@yahoo.com
What: China Flat, 4 miles, 1000' gain from the Lindero Canyon Road trailhead. China Flat sits beneath
Simi Peak (2403'), the highest peak in the Simi Hills.
When: Tuesday evenings, meet at 6:50 p.m. we start promptly at 7:00 p.m.!!! We should return to the
trailhead around 8:15-8:30 p.m. PLEASE BE ON TIME!!!
Conditioning: Means no lolly-gagging please. We stop to enjoy the view at China Flat, but we don't
stopto wait for slow people on the way up.
Where: Exit the 101 freeway at Lindero Canyon Road and head north about 3-1/2 to 4 miles. The
trailhead is marked by a large sign on the left hand side of the road that says “China Flat Trailhead”. It is in
the middle of a residential neighborhood and is a bit hard to see in the dark. Slow down and look for it…if
you get to the end of Lindero Canyon Road, you went too far.
Rain: Rain ENHANCES not cancels this hike. I (Michelle) will cancel if there is lightening or if it’s a torrential
downpour and our trail has turned into a muddy river, otherwise I will be there. You never know what the
weather is going to be like anyway...it can differ greatly even within a couple of miles.
Note: This is a quiet residential neighborhood. Let's be a courteous neighbor and keep the sound level
down at the trailhead! Also, please place your valuables in your trunk and out of sight. There have been
break-ins at the trailhead, although luckily none on our hike (so far!)
Flashlights/Head Lamps: If you've hiked with me before you already know I don't approve of any
type of illumination on a good fire road or trail. For this trail, however, I would suggest bringing a head lamp
or small flashlight. The trail is a bit rocky and uneven in places and I don't want anyone to sprain an ankle.
Bring: Water, appropriate clothing for evening hiking, and proper footwear (trail runners or light hiking
boots will do). If you would like to add to the burn, bring a backpack - but only if you can handle the extra
weight! If it’s raining wear a waterproof breathable rain jacket.
Dogs: Well-behaved dogs are welcome.
Please e-mail the leader of this hike with any questions.
Event Leader : Michelle Kemmer
Email : MKOlaGirl@yahoo.com
What: China Flat, 4 miles, 1000' gain from the Lindero Canyon Road trailhead. China Flat sits beneath
Simi Peak (2403'), the highest peak in the Simi Hills.
When: Tuesday evenings, meet at 6:50 p.m. we start promptly at 7:00 p.m.!!! We should return to the
trailhead around 8:15-8:30 p.m. PLEASE BE ON TIME!!!
Conditioning: Means no lolly-gagging please. We stop to enjoy the view at China Flat, but we don't
stopto wait for slow people on the way up.
Where: Exit the 101 freeway at Lindero Canyon Road and head north about 3-1/2 to 4 miles. The
trailhead is marked by a large sign on the left hand side of the road that says “China Flat Trailhead”. It is in
the middle of a residential neighborhood and is a bit hard to see in the dark. Slow down and look for it…if
you get to the end of Lindero Canyon Road, you went too far.
Rain: Rain ENHANCES not cancels this hike. I (Michelle) will cancel if there is lightening or if it’s a torrential
downpour and our trail has turned into a muddy river, otherwise I will be there. You never know what the
weather is going to be like anyway...it can differ greatly even within a couple of miles.
Note: This is a quiet residential neighborhood. Let's be a courteous neighbor and keep the sound level
down at the trailhead! Also, please place your valuables in your trunk and out of sight. There have been
break-ins at the trailhead, although luckily none on our hike (so far!)
Flashlights/Head Lamps: If you've hiked with me before you already know I don't approve of any
type of illumination on a good fire road or trail. For this trail, however, I would suggest bringing a head lamp
or small flashlight. The trail is a bit rocky and uneven in places and I don't want anyone to sprain an ankle.
Bring: Water, appropriate clothing for evening hiking, and proper footwear (trail runners or light hiking
boots will do). If you would like to add to the burn, bring a backpack - but only if you can handle the extra
weight! If it’s raining wear a waterproof breathable rain jacket.
Dogs: Well-behaved dogs are welcome.
Please e-mail the leader of this hike with any questions.