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If you’re looking for a brisk uphill hike to get a cardio workout with the reward of stunning views of the Santa Monica Mountains eastward to Woodland Hills, then enter the trail located next to 5655 Jed Smith Road. e trip immediately begins with a challenging uphill that leads to a varying array of gorgeous vistas. Exploring our vast trail system introduces hills with multiple levels of di culty. ere are steep parts, at areas, and easy downhills perfect for creating short or longer loops to create appropriate routes whether alone, on horseback, with children, or pets. ese uncommon destinations often become the best areas to enjoy sunrises in the quiet of the morning and sunsets at the end of the day.

Located on the western edge of the community, this trail is insulated by local ora and fauna between the neighbors’ backyards on Jed Smith Road and the Las Virgenes Open Space Park. e native landscape that attracted so many original ranchers is re ected in the indigenous grasses and clusters of scrub oak on display. e system is well maintained but a few trails have more than a 40-50 percent grade so be aware of washed-out conditions after the seasonal rains. ere are several choices to settle on a spot for Valley views, and fantastic bird and reptile observation.

Winding through this labyrinth trail provides a great place to watch the landscape turn from a dry brown every summer to a stunning green by the springtime. ese routes intersect Ahmanson Ranch but can only be accessed from openings on Kit Carson, Lewis & Clark, and Bill Cody Roads since the trail system within our gated community remains private and has perimeter fencing. It is easy to access the public parkland and there are several entrances adjacent to our city: Crummer Canyon Road, Las Virgenes Road Trailhead, Victory Boulevard Trailhead, and Chesebro Road. e parklands o er an extensive trail system of thousands of acres with valley oak and Sycamore-lined canyons which remain a crucial part of the ecological link between the Santa Monica Mountains and the wildlife corridor. HH

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