About

Wagging tails on scenic LA trails!

Happy Trails Hiking was born from a love of dogs and a passion for the outdoors. Founder, Ashley, went from teaching from home to reporting to the classroom. During that transition, Koufax and Ashley had difficulty adjusting to being apart. From there, the stage was set for an outdoor-loving dog mom to pursue a path where she could spend all her time with Koufax while also spending time getting to know other pups along the way!

At Happy Trails Hiking, we know your pup is just as special as Koufax is to Ashley! They are not just a pet but a special member of your family. That’s why we customize each pup’s routine to ensure they have as much fun with us as possible. While your pup is with us, whether a pack hike or a walk around the block, they’ll be in good hands!

Meet the Team

  • Ashley

    FOUNDER

    Native to Colorado but growing up loving the ocean, I graduated from college with a degree in marine biology. I lived in Hawaii for 6 years, where my love for the outdoors flourished. I became a tour guide on the Big Island, specializing in back-country hikes. Following my time as a tour guide, I worked briefly at a veterinary office where I got my daily dose of doggie love. Moving to CA in 2018, everything’s been a little bit of a blur until 2022, when I decided to leave education and pursue a path that eventually led to the creation of Happy Trails Hiking!

  • Koufax

    COPILOT & GREETER

    I am an Australian Labradoodle (cocker spaniel and doodle mix) born in 2018. Ball is LIFE, and I manage to find the grossest oldest lost ball no matter where I am. I’m also the unofficial mascot of Happy Trails Hiking. As a pup who suffers from separation anxiety, my mom working as a dog walker was a dream come true. I will be the first pack pup you meet, and I’ll be with you every step of our long-tongued, tail-wagging, muddy-pawed adventures!