Hummingbird Trail to Rocky Peak Fire Road and Back
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November 5, 2025
NOTE: The weather.com forecast in Simi Valley is “Intervals of clouds and sunshine. High 69F. Winds S at 5 to 10 mph” (and a low of 52 degrees early in the morning)”
START TIME – We’ll meet at 7:30 AM at the parking area (described below) in Simi Valley. NOTE: Sunrise is at 6:18 AM.
DESCRIPTION OF HIKE: Moderate/Strenuous About 4.7 miles with about 1,350’ of elevation gain/loss. This trail climbs steadily from its trailhead near the entrance to Hummingbird Ranch in Simi Valley to its junction with the Rocky Peak Fire Road, passing through a variety of imposing sandstone rock formations along the way and providing sweeping views of the east end of Simi Valley and the Simi Hills. There’s also an optional short (but steep) extension uphill-and-back spur trail on the east side of the fire road before we return the way we came.
PREPAREDNESS: Bring 2-3 liters/quarts of water (or other suitable liquid) and lunch/snack. Wear appropriate footwear (preferably hiking boots) and be prepared for bright sunlight (sunglasses), heat (layers of clothing), and/or precipitation (rain gear). Hiking pole(s) and a camera might come in handy.
DRIVING DIRECTIONS TO THE TRAILHEAD PARKING IN SIMI VALLEY – NOTE: You should be at this location by 7:30 AM.
o Take Hwy 118 to the Kuehner Drive exit in eastern Simi Valley; exit the highway there
o Head north (away from the ocean) to the limited parking area at 2409 Kuehner Drive near the trailhead (just outside the gated entrance to Hummingbird Ranch).
o NOTE: Pay close attention to the parking signs in the area.
o If needed, there is a nearby parking lot at the junction of Mt. Sinai Drive and Kuehner Drive [but the trailhead is just outside the gated entrance to Hummingbird Ranch].
o Wait for the hike leader(s).