An all time favorite park of mine! This urban respite is within easy access of the Los Angeles area, both from the San Fernando Valley, and from the south, thru the Pacific Palisades. I’ve had good times here hiking, biking, and having picnics with friends and family! The park entrance has signage directing visitors to pay and display stubs or pay online. There’s also street parking along Entrada Rd. where it may be safe to do so! Also for long distance trail user’s, parking down at Palisades Highlands and hiking up may be possible. Access from the lower trails may be affected after the most recent wildfires. Making the best of it, even a short hike from the entrance, thru to the edge, or lookout and around back to Entrada Rd, makes for a glorious time! This short loop can be completed in under an hour, passing thru a mix of coastal desert hills and oak tree wilderness, including ocean views! Fair warning, watch out for wildlife! Wild deer are plentiful out here, and can be very skittish if encountered suddenly, so I freeze at first sight and try to get a better look at these graceful creatures. While I’ve heard about wildcats and coyotes, I’ve never had a problem with them in all the times I’ve gone hiking here. Though have almost stepped on a large rattlesnake, and now watch my step on those trails! Another concern especially at the creeks along the lower trails, are ticks. These little critters like moist, dark places and can quickly hitch a ride on unsuspecting hikers. I’ve made it a practice to do a body check in the restroom, before getting back in my vehicle! Sun exposure may be a consideration, so best be prepared, taking appropriate measures for any length of trails and time out in the open!

We used the Chastain Drive entrance to access the park, not the Entrada road entrance. The small parking lot's trash bin was overflowing and the public toilet was a foul mess. Aside from that, the trail itself was fun. This is a fairly easy trail. The first part is a short, steep, concrete switchback. Then you hit the ridge. You can hike to your left which takes you on a well maintained trail then Fireroad that goes all the way to what is called Hub Junction. It's at least 3.5 miles to the Hub, probably more. If you go right when you reach the ridge, you'll be hiking towards Temescal Gateway Park. The first landmark you reach is called Skull Rock. That was our hike for the day. There are various rock formations in the area, most climable without equipment. It's a fun little area. You can continue toward Temescal and descend to the waterfall or even do the whole Temescal loop.

Parking is 10 dollars. Make sure you are at the correct parking spot, there is another when you first drive on Entrada road, there’s a sign saying drive one more mile up to the main trailhead. We went to Eagle Rock on the way and it was a great view and a nice spot to take a break and eat. We did the Santa Ynez Waterfall trail and there was so much poison oak. There is no way to go around it so wear long pants, not shorts. Make sure to take a technu shower afterwards. It even says not maintained so it gives us some warning. It was a moderate hike with some steep areas, very sunny, not a lot of shade, bring!lots of water and snacks. Wear good shoes. If you are allergic to bees, I do not recommend coming here as there were many swarms of them everywhere. Waterfall was only trickling when we went in July 2019. It took about 3 hours round trip with breaks in between.

Great hike with lots of trails all over. The views are breathtaking of the whole ocean, Malibu and Los Angeles areas. Moderate hike depending on how far you go and what trails you choose. We started at the Los Leones trail head. It is very busy on the weekends. Hiking boots are not needed, it's a gradual climb with many switch backs. No bathrooms close by and parking can be hard to find on busy days. Trails are narrow at the beginning of the first mile, but it gets wider as you get to the top and then you can hike further up on a wider trail/road. There are lots of lookout points and one park bench at the first upper stopping point. Watch for snakes on hot days. Bring plenty of water and sun protection if you are worried about heat as there isn't shade. There's so much to explore and many different starting points so plan and prepare and have fun.

Hiked loop trail, waterfall and ridge, been going for years. Great short hike with some moderate elevation gain, about 900 feet over a mile or so, total loop just under 3 miles. Great views of DTLA and the ocean from the top, snow on the mountains today. This is the gateway to miles of fire road hiking as well. No dogs past the bottom Temescal Gateway Park. I have seen rattlesnakes a handful of times, but they wont bug you if you leave them alone. Just be aware that they are there and be careful, particularly if you go off trail. Parking is $10 and they do enforce it, but there is always open free parking on Sunset.

My father and I (two big dudes from Michigan) had a blast here hiking up to Eagle Rock and back. I wouldn’t recommend coming here if you weren’t going willing to dedicate a bit of time walking on the trails. Pay attention to the trail signs and you should be good. Make sure you go up the road and down the trail. We went up the trail and down the road, which is apparently more difficult. We saw some breathtaking scenery and some critters—including rattlesnakes. We will definitely head back here the next time we are in the area. We wanted to go to the waterfall as well, but we were running out of time, unfortunately.

The park rangers unfairly issue citations and harass civilians. Stay away from here. One of thier officers pulled a gun out on me and my dog because he was standing behind my rv where I could not see him. They have been issuing me falsified camping citations since, reporting that officer every time I park there during open business hours posted parking is after 5am and no later the 10pm according to thier own website and posted signs. If you're in an rv beware they will issue you a false citation and then put you flee the scene. Do not attempt to travel here.

Hiked here for the 2nd time this week while on vacation from Arkansas and it didn’t disappoint. Ive hiked many of the trails in Southern California thru the years and this one remains one of my favorites. Go during the week to avoid the weekend crowds and you’ll have the place nearly to yourself. It’s absolutely gorgeous! I would call it a moderate hike, it would be a bit tough for a novice but nothing a regular hiker couldn’t handle. Hope to come again one day because it was just as I remembered it from 5 years ago.

Visiting Topanga State Park was like taking a step back in time. The views were stunning, and the landscape was breathtaking. We had the opportunity to hike up to some beautiful overlooks with spectacular views of the canyons and the ocean. The trails were challenging but manageable. There was so much to explore in the park and so many different types of plants and wildlife. Overall, Topanga State Park is a fantastic experience that I highly recommend to anyone searching for an outdoor adventure.

I barely enter this park on my weekly hikes. However, what I do see is a beautiful, clean, and well-worth-the-visit park. You can take your kids, dogs, friends, and bikes here. Make sure you bring a reusable water bottle and stay hydrated, especially during mid day visits. I recommend getting here early, like right when it opens, to avoid being in that hot LA sun. If you take your pets, keep an eye on their paw pads. The sharp terrain has been known to scrape up our dogs from time to time.

Great hiking trail in Pacific palisades. Hiking trail up the front side is intense workout with great ocean views. It descends rapidly to a small water fall and stream which is full after our unusually wet el nino winter. Not much water there during summer and fall dry season. Hike up Canyon portion of trail to water fall is much less strenuous than hike up front side with ocean views. Recommend hiking up the front side for a better workout with great ocean views.

Nice State Park. Nestle in the hills of quirky town of Topanga Canyon, wander amongst the shady canyons and up to top of hills where the blinding blue sky dissolves into the immense Pacific ocean. Not very crowded but watchout for mountain bikers racing by. Once above the canyons it is very exposed, bring plenty of water and sun protection. Mostly nice wide open fire roads. Please help keep the park pristine look, pack it in pack it out, and take only pictures.

Only trail I know in Los Angeles that at the top gives simultaneous ocean/downtown views. Some parts of trail offer shade. Hiking shoes highly recommended. Easy to medium difficulty. Takes about 1.5 hours. No dogs allowed on higher trails. Bathrooms & water fountain access at the base -good tasting water I might add. In the late summer you may encounter snakes! Parking is $10 on the lot, but I always find free parking on Sunset Blvd.

Beautiful scenery with a mildly adventurous trail. We hiked part of the musch trail I think it is called, it was definitely a bit more of a hike than I had thought. If we came back I would probably want to bring boots and a water bottle. Parking was 10 dollars and the visitor center was pretty sad. Overall though it was a nice hike and we saw a lot of nature flowers, butterflies, lizards, even a hummingbird.

It's January 15, 2022. A gloomy Saturday afternoon. Temperature is perfect for hiking. You can already see some wild flowers are starting blooming. You can see the damage the hard rain caused (very deep holes in the ground). Still It's beautiful. You can see the San Fernando Valley all the way to Simi Valley in the back. At some points, you can see snow covered hills in the back far away.

Took the Bonehead trail. Make sure to bring exact change as the station is unmanned, and for those wondering it does get checked at random to make sure you paid. It's $7 for day parking. This trail doesn't lead to the waterfall or Eagle Rock. We suggest you park at a closer lot if you want to get to those locations. Overall, this trail is fairly easy and mostly shaded.

Beautiful state park just north of Malibu. A beautiful example of the chaparral ecosystem unique to Southern California. Expect a lot of sage and Brittlebush as well as some beautiful California lilac shrubs, if it is early enough in the year keep your eyes out for wild cucumber, they are beautiful green spiky fruits, do not eat though as they are slightly toxic.

This place is awesome. Don't expect any waterfalls around... but it's great hiking up to 3 miles long. It has some shady spots to have some rest for those who is in need. The surface is dry and can be very slippery, so I would recommend to use some kind of hiking shoes and bring some water with... since there is no any sources of drinking water available around.

One of the best places to go on a scenic and challenging hike! Depending on where you begin, you start off easy and it you'll find out it will quickly become challenging. Make sure you are well hydrated or bring some water with you especially during the summer. Once you reach the top, you'll have prime access to supreme selfies lol

Topanga State Park is open from 8am – Sunset. Be aware that dogs are not allowed on the trails. The park features some easily manageable trails. The trails have trees at some point which makes it look like a small fairy tale wood. Be aware that there are rattle snakes, so careful where you step. I actually encountered one.

Facilities are always impecable, the trails and campsites are amazing. Favorite trail is Musch - shaded mostly 3.1 miles to junction and lots of elevations changes. Last 1.4 mi is uphill so leave some in the tank to attack. There is a camp site about 1.5 in with 2 bathrooms, water, sinks, horse stalls and picnic area

I had the best time hiking and seeing so much of nature and higher ground I had the chance to view the sun so much closer and to see the beautiful halo. I would go on the trails again any day. I am so happy I could take this hike with a buddy, I don’t know that I would have been comfortable by myself. …

A great trail for family walks. Best advice do the Musch trail and return through the fire road downhill all the way from Eagle Rock. Arrive early to secure parking spaces inside the park. Else if, there'll be spaces to park outside. We were lucky to see some deer grazing very close to us. Very educational trip

Highlight of my family's vacation in Southern California. The rangers were welcoming & helpful -- both in terms of recommending an easy/short hike for my family and in making change to pay for parking. The bathrooms and other facilities were in tip top shape. The short hike was simply gorgeous. Just fantastic.

Had a great 7.1 mile hike with fair weather. We took Eagle Rock trail to Musch Trail. Started real early before it got really hot. I enjoyed the wild flowers a lot. Bugs didn't bother me but my cohiker did, even though she put on bug repellant all over. I will definitely going back to try the other trails.

I mean, it's a fire road. Not a bad walk, with a nice view. Some ups, some downs, some rattlesnakes. Current mask rate: about 30%. If you go far enough east, the Nike Athena site offers a restroom, water fountain, picnic tables, and a tower with a view of both the Valley and the Pacific Ocean.

We didn’t have enough time to get to the waterfall but the Santa Ynez trail had so many white flowers blooming on the hillside amidst the burnt trees, it was beautiful. Also not that crowded on a Sunday afternoon on the trails but parking on the streets outside the main parking lot was tight.

The entrance fee for each car is 10$, I saw many people who park outside of the gate. I had plan to go to the parker mesa overlook trail but I believe google need a edit for that place and showed middle of Topanga Canyon road without any parking or access to anywhere any way good luck.

Great spot to hike for all skill levels. The hike up to Eagle Rock is approximately 2 hours round trip and is about 4 miles in length. Great views from the top of Eagle Rock of the surrounding mountains and all the way down to the ocean. Make it part of any trip to Topanga Canyon.

Love this place. Go hiking here regularly. Used to live in Topanga for a year or so and felt like being in countryside while within half hour of the city. Lots of great hikes and trails. Lots of wildlife and great views. If you go, please keep it clean. Dogs not allowed. Enjoy

Unique area with several hiking trails to choose from, including Eagle Rock (big rock with scenic view) and a waterfall. Bring water and try to park outside unless you're ok to pay $10 to park. The scenery is beautiful but try to avoid hiking it if it's over 80 degrees.

Love the park, nature and wildlife. It's especially beautiful after it rains. But PLEASE DON'T bring your dogs here! Too many people DON'T clean up after their dogs, which is really bad for wildlife. Take them to an urban park instead. Stop ruining it for everyone else.

Plenty of adventurous trails and splinter trails abound, there are secluded areas for a picnic towards the beginning trail and even more destinations for couples to take a fresh breath of air. Walk, run or bike and you'll find your way into some really awesome vistas.

Great hike and great view. There are a number of trails of different length. You can pick and choose how much you want to hike. Parking is at the site, for about 10 dollars. There are multiple picnic areas if you are looking for a place to relax and enjoy the view.

Lots of trails, some with great ocean views. If you are on a single track, please be mindful of etiquette. Better to let down hill hikers have the right of way than rudely try to pass. Single track means share, not shove. You are going to injure someone. Thanks

Really a spectacular place for a 4-5 hour in and out hike. We made it all the way up to Eagle Rock. We napped and relaxed on the rock before sunset. All in all, a very worthwhile trip to see the Santa Monica mountains, the sky, and the ocean in the distance

Truly wonderful State Park, great hiking trails with breathtaking views and beautiful nature. The beach,also city of LA views are dreamy, great for a hiking or camping day. Malibu wonderful beaches are just a few minutes drive away so it’s a great location.

Easy-moderate hike. After visiting the eagle rock and the cave, we took another trail on your way back (right side) which goes to the ranch and finally to the parking lot. Be careful when you want to see the cave. And finally, synthesize with the nature⚘.

Great views and a fun hike. Very disappointed with maps, signs, and Ranger help. We're given conflicting directions and lack of trail signs caused us to plan poorly. It's a great place but trails up are VERY different and need to be marked accordingly.

Came here through the Los Leones Canyon Trailhead and ended up at the Mesa overlook. It was a long hike, but very worth it. The whole time while hiking you can see the ocean and are surrounded by green luscious mountains. I highly recommend a visit.

There are plenty of (easy, moderate, and hard) trails in this park. Scenery is really great. Good for running, walking, hiking and/or trekking. Parking is mostly available depending on where you enter the park, I never had any issue with parking.

Started up mountain biking from the end of Reseda Blvd. You can notice lots of maintenance being done on the fire roads. Single tracks still reflect all the erosion from the rains earlier this year, however they are not horrible and fun to hike.

This is a pretty easy hike and if it wasn't for the heat, you probably wouldn't even sweat! But it can get pretty hot, so bring a bottle of water with you. You can get to the first peak in 45min, and it offers a pretty good view of the city.

Those who made it to the top knows about this stunning and completely beautiful view that opens there. It's speechless for real, you have to go there and feel it. By the way there is a small cave that people hide in, just to joke around :)

Great, easy trail basically right off 101. It's a nice place to bring people from out of town to get a gorgeous view of Los Angeles, the mountains and the ocean of course. Make sure to bring sunscreen and water. And stay on the trail!

Terrific place. Close by to millions of people but still if you can get on the trails and away from the roads it's a world apart. All the rain this year should make for some spectacular foliage Creeks or possibly running as we speak

Amongst all the traffic, concrete, and aggressive housing projects, this place remains what it looked liked before people settled here. It is beautiful and rugged and amazing. Great for hiking, running, biking, or just hanging out.

Beautiful views from Eagle Rock and Mesa Parker Overlook. I you can see from the city to Point Dume. Trails are well maintained. We hiked and ran, but the main path is bike-friendly; would be a good way to see more in one day.

Great hiking area. I came to check out the trail after the fires. Looked pretty apocalyptic until I found the little plants and trees growing amongst the ash. Great hike. Wear a hat as most of the shade has been burnt away.

Beautiful spot, great hiking. Park on the street to avoid $10 parking fee. Well worth the $10, though. Wide variety of hikes, from medium hikes of 3-4 miles to strenuous longer ones at 7-8 miles. Good for kids and adults.

Beautiful open space. I've been mountain biking here since 1989. Just a few bathrooms and trash cans so be prepared for emergencies. Bring water. Dry now but always "greens up" in the spring. Many hiking trails and views.

Always a great place to hike. Good for families. Munsch trail, nature trail particularly good for the little ones. Both have rest rooms. Try to beat there when opening as parking lot is small and fills up. $10 day use.

There are many different hiking trails to choose from here and indeed for all skill levels. A friend recommended this place not too long ago and I finally checked it out last month. Awesome views!! I will be back soon.

Amazing views, quiet, try nearby Los Liones hiking trail (off of Sunset Blvd, two blocks east of Pacific Coast Hwy). Then, check out the very cool Getty Villa (free to the public!). All in all, a great day awaits you!

Temescal Canyon is the finest trail in the area, great incline and some routes may require expert hiking skills (especially past skull rock). It's amazing how the rains have brought so much life back to the terrain.

With the recent rains the hike was beautiful. Lush vegetation, clear skies, and majestic views made our day. We started about 8am and went to the first landing. Around 9:30 the train got crowded so come early.

One of my favorite parks in the area It has a lot of diversity.. Gorgeous yuccas & rock faces one moment, and the next your surround by green and trickling water. Go after the rain to hear the frogs singing!

My go to hiking area when I'm in town visiting family. Great trails, some steep climbs that lead to beautiful views, and always some wildlife to check out (snakes on a sunny day are almost guaranteed.).

I love the biking trail over the hill! Biking from the valley to the beach is one of my favorite weekend activities. Going up the hill isn't the most fun, but the view at the top is definitely worth it!

Youre gonna need some boots!!! The views Are insane but my sneakers were soaked within the first 20 min. Parking also sucks because it has to be exact cash, they don’t give you change. …

Pets are not allowed as they can disrupt the wildlife at this location however the hikes here are wonderful. There are multiple trails to take and most are fairly easy. The views are amazing.

Short hike that goes up and ends in nice views of hillsides. There are a few small caves to look inside of. Trail not too steep as it climbs. One sour goes to a waterfall but no water today.

I haven't seen the whole thing, since I only visited for a little while, but definitely some nice views there. Watch out for the rattlers, though: saw a young one crawling across the trail.

So beautiful! Great hike - I did Eagle Rock. Ended up being around 6 miles and 2000ft of elevation. Lots of wildlife and breath-taking views of mountains, the valley, and Santa Monica Bay.

Did the full 8 mile hiking trail, my legs were super sore but the views were defiantly worth it. You can see all of the coast line from Malibu to long Beach including the la cityscape.

Really nice. The trail looks well kept. One sad thing is all of the trails to the left of the path don't allow dogs, so if you bring your dog on a hike you've really only got 1 option.

Great for hikers, beginners to advanced. You choose how many miles you want to walk and also decide altitude gain for a great cardio workout while you enjoy the beauty of this place.

Trails are clean, easy for small hikes. Nice views of the valley and lush green fields during spring time. A $10 fee is needed for all day parking. Other parking fees are available.

Very rocky park, so if you love the desert feel, come by! When we went it was super hot, so if you decide to go during the summer, make sure you bring a lot of sunscreen and water.

The hike to the Eagle's Rock was beautiful and a nice exercise (still not too exhausting or long). It took us about 2 hours all together. The view from Eagle's Mountain was great!

Awesome hike here on a sunny day. We took the fire road. It's a moderate hike not too strenuous. We did come across a baby rattle snake so be cautious. Also the views are superb.

Love this place - is my trail running training grounds. Saved from the fires so far this year. They did lots of dirt work - the fire roads are pretty well groomed. …

I have gone hiking here a couple times. It is quite wonderful. The views are breathtaking and it is a good place to just get away from the city and walk with nature.

The hike is very exposed, but the view @ the top is great. You can see all of the West Side. Give it a go on a nice clear spring day for the perfect east hike.

Great park, but try to find parking on the side of the road so you don’t have to pay the $7 they charge in parking lots. Musch Trail and Eagle Rock are musts!

Hiked this a few times now. Super quiet and relaxing hike with some incredible views. Moderately difficult, but the final spot is really worth the adventure!

Absolutely love the best hiking trail in Cali! The rivers down the trail is a surprisingly beautiful experience hidden within the forest! ⛰ …

Great intermediate hiking. Overall it's a really pretty park, I would suggest trying to get there earlier in the day so that the parking lot doesn't fill up!

Beautiful hiking trails here! You really feel like you are somewhere tropical! You hear birds chirping and other animals making noises. Feels like a safari.

Beautiful this time of year. Everything is green after the rains and the deer are not too shy. Did some filming and couldn't be happier with the location.

One of the few spots for the citizens of LA to get a taste of the outdoors. Hikes for all calibers of fitness and surprisingly good views from the peaks.

So beautiful! I went on a night hike there a few days ago and loved it! Lush greenery, wildlife, and lovely open fields. Would definitely go again.

Such a nice hike! If you’re going to use the area, help contribute to its upkeep by paying for parking instead of parking on the side of the road.

Large park with trails and nice views. Recommend going in the morning or evening as it can get hot and many of the trails are in direct sunlight.

Great place to hike with a variety of trails. Nice shade in the valley to escape the heat on hot days and great views from on top of the ridges.

Beautiful state park near Malibu with great views of the ocean. Not too much tree coverage so apply sunscreen. It can get pretty hot here.

I live this place. Great hiking. I saw reindeer and several birds. There is the possibility to go to a waterfall within the park.

Great place to go and walk around in. Took the Musch Trail and encountered a deer. Really cool place, especially around sunset.

Topanga Canyon is just Awwwwmazing raw nature and super hippie creative downtown.... once you’re there it’s hard to get out lol

Watched a video of some guys who went camping. Love the singing in the middle of the night it's not bad. Who's voice was it?

Awesome trails. Beautiful views, air crisp and clean. Lots of smaller wild life. A great fun day trip for sure.

Place of peace, also if you want it can be a place of extreme adventure! Anyways everyone must go and known it!

The beach here is always beautiful. It was clean not very crowded and a lot of surfers to watch.

Great place to visit. Hiked to eagles rock here and really enjoyed the hike. Fairly easy trail.

Incredible views of the city and coast line, even better around sunset. Bring a flashlight.

Awesome place for hiking and stress relief. It’s a beautiful creation by Almighty Allah .

Plenty of trails to hike or mtn bike, Scenic trails overlooking the valleys and LA!

Beautiful beach, easy parking just don't be a jerk or the locals will check you.

Very nice park with a lot of rolling mountains. Great view of the Pacific ocean.

Beautiful place to do hiking, and have a chill day, among friends and Family.