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Summary: This is a pleasant hike to a small pond high above Big Sycamore Canyon. I enjoyed the views of the mountains, valleys, and many wildflowers, but in general found the hike somewhat uninspiring. I did this hike during the midst of a drought (May 2002) and there was almost no water in the hidden pond. I probably would have rated this hike higher had the grass been green and the pond overflowing! Note that the hike has very little shade, so bring lots of water if you hike it in the summer. From the parking lot, follow Big Sycamore Canyon towards the beach. Just past the bridge as the canyon road levels out, bear right on Hidden Pond Trail. The trail first parallels Big sycamore canyon, then the Ranch Center road. About 2.5 miles from the bridge you will come upon Hidden Pond. Continue past Hidden Pond to a point where the trail intersects Ranch Center Road and bear left. Stay on Ranch Center Road until it intersects Big Sycamore Canyon road and bear left back to your car. Trailhead: From Highway 101/Ventura Freeway in Newbury Park, exit on Wendy Drive. Drive 2.7 mikes south to Potrero Road and turn right. Continue one mile, bearing left on Reino road, to the Rancho Sierra Vista/Satwiwa State park on the left side of the road. (Lat:34.15322 Lon:-118.96565) Trail Guides for Hidden Pond Loop: Best Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring User Groups: Hikers, Horses Ranger Contact: Santa Monica Recreation Area - 805-370-2300 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Jim Zuber, who has posted 105 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Submit your own review 
Reviewed by Steve on 4/17/2007 The portion of the trail that goes off the paved road is kind of overgrown and has lots of ticks. You get some nice views of the ranch next to the park, but have to wipe off ticks every couple of minutes. The pond is totally dry now. Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: California Hiking, California Trails, California Hikes, Ventura County Hiking, Ventura County Trails, Ventura County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||