Simi Peak, China Flat HIke from Lindero Canyon

This is one of the most beautiful hikes in this north-western part of Los Angeles. It is located at 40 miles on the 101 north from Los Angeles downtown.

You can reach the trailhead from Lindero Canyon exit on 101 and going north on Lindero Canyon road for about 3 miles. After you cross Kanan Rd, the trail head is on the left hand side at exactly one mile. So keep an eye on the odometer of your car after you pass Kanan Rd.

This hike has three major parts. The first part of around mile to mile and half is a sort of tiring/difficult climb which can prove a challenge for first time hikers (it is not very difficult though). This takes you to the second part of the trail which is flat which is called China Flat. Here you will see trail junctions and if you are there for the first time, you can get confused. So follow this simple rule: take left when confused. This second part is very quiet with beautiful Oak trees. You go around mile to mile and a half on the China Flat and then you will start getting beautiful arial views of Woodranch and Simi Valley on the right hand side.
From here starts the third part which a climb again. This is relative short part which takes you the top of the mountains in this part. Right below from this top, you will see Oak Park and probably you can find your car too. On the further western side, you will see some parts of thousand oaks. On the northen side, you can see Simi Valley and if the sky is clear enough, you can also see Fernando valley on the eastern side.

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