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Spring Hiking Retreat

Backbone Trail in Bloom

Find Renewal on the Trail

The Backbone Trail follows the spine of the Santa Monica Mountains for 60+ miles, stretching from the Pacific Palisades to Point Mugu. This hike is special because it traverses through a Mediterranean-type ecosystem found in only four other places on earth and home of the Chumash Indians for tens of thousands of years. Come immerse yourself in one of the most extraordinary natural environments on the planet, steps away from the luxury of The Ranch.

LOCATION: The Ranch Malibu
DATES: March 21–27, 2027 | May 30–June 5, 2027

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The Program

Each day is a point-to-point hike, where guests depart with our expert guides from one trailhead and finish at another. Transportation will meet the group at the end of each hike and bring everyone back to The Ranch. Once back on property, guests can continue enjoying the full Ranch experience, including fitness classes, massages, spa treatments, and other scheduled programming.

Guests stay on property for the duration of the program, with daily departures typically around 7:20 am, with slightly earlier departures if warmer temperatures are expected.

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Daily Guided Hikes

The program is designed so that most hikes last around four hours, though shorter two-hour options are available for those who prefer a lighter pace. Because each hike travels between trailheads, finish times vary, and faster hikers may have the opportunity to add extra mileage along the way.

Monday9.5 miles
(Trailer Canyon Trailhead to Dead Horse Trailhead)
Tuesday11 miles
(Hondo Canyon Trailhead to Piuma Road Trailhead)
Wednesday11.6 miles
(Malibu Canyon Trailhead to Kanan Road Trailhead)
Thursday15 miles
(Kanan Road Trailhead to Mishe Mokwa Trailhead)
Friday16 miles
(Mishe Mokwa Trailhead to Ray Miller Trailhead)

 

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Itinerary

A Day at The Ranch

  • Close-up of a hand holding silver metal bells on a black cord, outdoors with green bokeh in the background.

    Morning

    Awaken to the sound of Tibetan chimes

  • Group of people in black clothing practicing yoga on black mats outdoors, bending forward to touch their toes amid gravel and shrubs near a modern building.

    6:30 am

    Rise and align with a guided group stretch

  • A nourishing breakfast with eggs, homemade jam and a freshly baked muffin at The Ranch Malibu.

    7:00 am

    Savor nourishing breakfast over a communal table

  • Group of hikers standing on a sunny forest trail, wearing backpacks and outdoor gear, smiling at the camera.

    8:00 am

    Depart for your guided hike with the group

  • Group of friends dining outdoors at a wooden table under a tree, with drinks and plates of food in a sunny garden setting.

    12:30 pm

    Swap stories over an energizing group lunch

  • Personal trainer supports a woman during a cable machine exercise in a gym setting.

    2:00 pm

    Unlock new strength with personalized fitness training

  • Yoga stretching classes at The Ranch Malibu

    3:00 pm

    Find your flow through yoga

  • Massage therapist stands beside a client lying on a padded table, gently supporting the client's head in a bright, modern room with large windows.

    4:00 pm

    Enjoy a restorative massage, offered daily for each full day of your stay

  • Outdoor group meal at a long wooden table with salad bowls, succulents centerpiece, and bright pink flowers; lanterns hang overhead as mountains loom in the background.

    6:00 pm

    Gather together for a shared dinner

Included in the Retreat

  • Accommodations

    Private, airy guest cottages designed for a seamless connection to the outdoors.

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  • Guided Hikes

    Daily, guided two or four-hour hikes through surrounding landscapes.

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  • Fitness Classes

    A range of daily fitness classes, including morning stretch, strength & conditioning, and restorative yoga.

    Group fitness class in a bright studio with participants lifting dumbbells overhead while standing on mats, surrounded by balance domes and large windows.

  • Daily Massage

    Enjoy a daily therapeutic, deep-tissue massage for every full day of your stay.

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  • Meals & Snacks

    Organic, plant-forward, meals and snacks free of alcohol, dairy, gluten, and processed sugars.

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  • Wellness Amenities

    Access to infrared sauna, hot and cold plunge, and heated outdoor swimming pool.

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  • Elevated Comforts

    Daily personal laundry service and scheduled airport transportation for your return journey.

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  • Body Analysis

    Body composition analysis during your stay to track your baseline metrics and support your goals.

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  • Wellness Education

    Cooking demonstrations, educational wellness sessions, and seasonal guest speakers.

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All-Inclusive Daily Rates

Includes all the above mentioned programming, accommodations, and all meals.

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