Sunday Night Potluck Hike at Griffith Park

The Love Birds’ Wedding Celebration Potluck Hike — Esthela & Bryan 💕 Join us for a special Sunday evening hike followed by a casual potluck celebrating Esthela and Bryan! Because of the potluck, we’ll do a slightly shorter hike. For the potluck, please bring a small snack, dish, dessert, fruit, or drinks to share if you’re able. No pressure—everyone is welcome! Because it will be hot, please keep perishable items chilled. Coolers with ice or frozen packs would be very helpful. Leave food and coolers in your car during the hike. ⚠️ PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE HIKE DESCRIPTION BEFORE SIGNING UP ⚠️ 🥾Intermediate++ Conditioning Hike This is a strenuous hike for strong, experienced hikers. It is not a beginner hike, a casual social walk, or a good choice for anyone currently rebuilding fitness. Participants should be comfortable with steep climbs, sustained uphill efforts, and maintaining a brisk pace on rugged terrain. 🥾 Adventure • Exploration • Challenge Expect steep climbs, rugged terrain, hidden trails, occasional bushwhacking, and some rock scrambling (using your hands occasionally on rocky or steep terrain). This is not a typical park hike. 🥾 Hike Details • 4–6 miles • 1,200–2,000 feet of elevation gain • 2.5–3 hours • Steep grades up to 40% • Fire roads, single-track trails, and some rock scrambling 💧 What to Bring • At least 2 liters of water • Grippy hiking shoes • Long sleeves and long pants recommended • Hiking poles optional • Snacks If you're unsure whether this hike is a good fit, please contact me before signing up. Arrival & RSVP Please arrive 10–15 minutes early. We leave exactly on time. If you cannot attend, please update your RSVP. Directions Take the Los Feliz / Crystal Springs entrance off the I-5 freeway. Go north on Crystal Springs Drive into the park. At the second stop sign, turn left at the four-way intersection (ranger station on your right). Continue briefly, then turn right into Merry-Go-Round Lot 1. Drive through Lot 1 and continue to Lot 2. We meet at the north end of Parking Lot 2 by the steps. Liability Notice Assistant Organizers, Event Hosts, and support hikers are volunteers and organize hikes without compensation and assume no responsibility for participants or guests. By signing up, you acknowledge the risks associated with outdoor activities and agree to release and discharge the Organizer, Assistant Organizers, and Event Hosts of the Los Angeles Hiking & Fitness Meetup Group from any liability arising from participation. Please see Meetup’s Terms of Service: https://www.meetup.com/terms/job