Santa Monica Mountains
The Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area is 153,250 acres of wilderness and parkland amid the sprawl of Los Angeles County, helping to protect remnants of the region's rare Mediterranean climate ecosystem.
Nearby Parks Around Santa Monica Mountains
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Santa Monica Mountains
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1.4 mi away
Rock Pool Swimming Hole
A short 1.2-mile hike through Malibu Creek State Park has a rewarding feature at the end.
2.6 mi away
Malibu Creek State Park
Tucked away in the Santa Monica Mountains just a stones throw outside of downtown Los Angeles sits this protected 8,215-acre state park.
4.9 mi away
Malibu Lagoon State Beach
A landmark amongst the surfing community, this state beach put California on the map as one of the countrys best surfing destinations.
5.1 mi away
Solstice Canyon Trail
On this Malibu trail, you will not have to decide between ocean or forest because you will have both to admire during your trek.
5.3 mi away
Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area
The Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area is 153,250 acres of wilderness and parkland amid the sprawl of Los Angeles County, helping to protect remnants of the region's rare Mediterranean climate ecosystem.
5.8 mi away
Escondido Falls
When you think of swimming in Malibu, you probably picture golden sand beaches and ocean waves.
