Malibu Creek - Rock Pool, Century Lake
Lovely walk down oak shaded lane, a stunning rock pool with vertical walls of volcanic rock, and a picturesque lake pretty enough for a calendar. An easy hike with lots of variety. At the Rock Pool, watch rock climbers at... localhikes.com
Arroyo Sequit Park
Lot's of birds on this fun loop hike thru the upper Arroyo Sequit tributary. Along the way you will find meadows, picnic areas, spectacular views of the Santa Monicas, lush vegetation and a waterfall in season. This is a ... localhikes.com
Circle X Ranch: The Grotto Trail, Malibu, California
Beloved by generations of Boy Scouts, The Grotto is a stream-cut gorge surrounded by impressive rock walls. It?s one of the most pleasant hideaways in the Santa Monica Mountains. Scouts trekked to The Grotto when it was part ... trails.com
Solstice Canyon Loop
From the gate, follow the service road that runs along the right side of the creek. Bear right at the dirt road that takes you up to the 2 odd looking buildings that house the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy. To the ri... localhikes.com
Coral Canyon
Some fun single track, a bit of double, and some great sweeping views. Coral Canyon is a fun time, with some creek crossings, a few technical areas, but mostly fast and flowing. It's has a slight Moab taste to it. Hook ont... trailpeak.com
Castro Crest From Latigo Canyon Road
A wonderful section of the Backbone Trail and superb on a clear day, this hike offers a variety of plant habitats and wildlife to appreciate and spectacular ocean views. You begin at the Backbone Trail trailhead off Latig... localhikes.com
Point Dume
Point Dume State Preserve features headlands, cliffs, rocky coves and vast beach access. The beach is presently operated by Los Angeles County, which also operates Zuma County Beach. These facilities are noted for swimming, surfi... ca.gov
Nicholas Flat Via Malibu Springs Trail
The hike starts out with stunning views of the mountains as you gain 1600 foot of elevation along the somewhat overgrown Malibu Springs Trail. After about 2 miles the trail levels out and views of both Nicholas Flat and t... localhikes.com
Charmlee Park Loop
On a clear day, this hike has spectacular vistas of the Channel Islands, Catalina, and much of the Malibu coast. During the spring, wildflowers abound in the wide open meadowland. While most of this hike is through scrub ... localhikes.com
Escondido Falls
This hike takes you to one of the gems in the Santa Monica Mountains. The hike starts out on the pavement along Winding Way. After about a mile, an obvious trail takes you down into the lovely Escondido Canyon, criss-cros... localhikes.com
Newton Canyon
This is an enjoyable and relatively easy day hike along Newton Canyon in the Santa Monica Mountains. Most of the trail is shaded by small oak trees, and the sun filtering through the trees is quite lovely. There was also ... localhikes.com
Sweethearts In The Saddle: Horseback Riding In The Santa...
Imagine a peaceful grassy meadow in the Santa Monica Mountains surrounded by ancient oak trees and rugged canyon vistas. There, a happy couple toasts the moment with a glass of champagne. A scene from a movie? Could be, but t... trails.com
Castro Crest - Upper Solstice Canyon
This hike first descends into Upper Solstice Canyon where the pleasant, mostly shaded trail follows a seasonal creek bed. As the trail begins to rise out of the canyon, the views get progressively more spectacular. First,... localhikes.com
Mishe Mokwa Trail - Sandstone Peak
This is one of the most beautiful hikes in the Santa Monica Mountains. Highlights include the spectacular Echo Cliffs where rock climbers ascend shear cliffs, a house sized boulder delicately balanced on a small rock bene... localhikes.com
Talepop Trail Loop
This is a relatively easy hike that takes you through the grasslands of Malibu Creek State Park, with pleasant views of oak studded rolling hills. The hike starts out on the Grasslands Trail, crosses over Liberty Creek, t... localhikes.com
Zuma Canyon To Newton Falls
This is a stunning adventure hike with swimming holes, rocky cascades, wonderful geologic formations and car-size boulders to negotiate around. This hike is at it loveliest after it rains, although also at its most challe... localhikes.com
Los Angeles: Solstice Canyon Loop
Editors Note: Due to wildfires, Solstice Canyon will be closed until mid summer 08. To check on trail conditions please call the National Park Service at 805-370-2301 trimbleoutdoors.com