Overview
About Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area.
The Santa Monica Mountains offer easy access to surprisingly wild places. Experience the famous beaches of Malibu or explore more than 500 miles of trails. The park abounds with historical and cultural sites, from old movie ranches to Native American centers. What will you and your family discover?
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Summers are hot and dry while winters are cool and wet.
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Mishe Mokwa Trail to Split Rock
1-3 HoursTraversing riparian, coastal sage scrub, and chaparral, this trail offers wonderful views of Carlisle Canyon and Balanced Rock. Split Rock’s oak grove offers a shaded spot for picnicking.
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Satwiwa Loop Trail
1-2 HoursThis area was set aside for the preservation and celebration of Native American cultures.
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Solstice Canyon Trail
2-3 HoursTravel through a beautiful, shaded riparian environment on the Solstice Canyon Trail alongside a year-round creek.
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