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- El Matador State Beach. Location: 32350 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA 90265. Difficulty: Easy. Malibu’s coastline has some of the most stunning beaches across the United States and El Matador is its crown jewel.
- Point Dume Trail. Location: Cliffside Dr. & , Birdview Ave, Malibu, CA 90265. Difficulty: Moderate. This easily accessible 1.5-mile loop offers moderate terrain which makes it perfect for ocean hikers of all levels.
- Leo Carrillo State Park Loop. Location: 35000 Pacific Coast Hwy, Malibu, CA 90265. Difficulty: Moderate. The Leo Carrillo State Park is home to three different trails with varying lengths and difficulty.
- Runyon Canyon. Location: 1901 Runyon Canyon Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90046. Difficulty: Challenging. Hollywood’s most popular hike. This challenging hike takes you through chaparral to the top for iconic views of the Hollywood sign, the city skyline, and even the ocean on a clear day.
May 14, 2021 · Tip: Once you drive into the park (5200 S. Pacific Coast Highway, San Clemente) and pay your $15 day-use fee (open 6 a.m. to sunset), follow an access road that parallels the coast, lined by ...
Mar 14, 2024 · Point Dume Cove Trail in Malibu, Los Angeles, is a captivating 1.4-mile hike that unfolds like a journey through earthly paradise. Adorned with vibrant wildflowers and set against the backdrop of the majestic ocean, the trail offers a celestial panorama that seems endless.
- Hollywood Sign Hike
- Escondido Canyon and Falls
- Nojoqui Falls
- Griffith Park Trails
- Hummingbird Trail
- Sandstone Peak
- Malibu Wine Hike
- The Bridge to Nowhere
- Runyon Canyon
- Park to Playa
Possibly the most popular hike on this list leads to unobscured views of one of the west coast’s most iconic landmarks: the Hollywood Sign. There are several routes, each providing a different perspective of the sign and ranging in length and difficulty. Read on for four of our favorites. Brush Canyon Trail 6.4 miles round trip; 1,050 feet elevatio...
3.8 miles round trip; 400 feet elevation Don’t go chasing waterfalls…unless it leads you to Escondido Canyon and Falls. Beginning just off of the Pacific Coast Highway, you’ll start this hike by passing extremely extravagant Malibu homes, followed by a field of fennel and mustard and a small creek. Finally, you’ll wind up at a two-tier 200-foot wat...
0.65 miles out and back; 175 feet elevation Taking a weekend trip to Santa Barbara? The quick hike to Nojoqui Falls (pronounced Na-hoo-ee) won’t have you break a sweat, making it the perfect way to stretch your legs on your way down the 101. One of the shortest hikes on our list, this trail leads you to an enchanting 80-foot waterfall in just about...
Starting from Western Canyon: 3 to 4.8 miles round trip; 925 feet elevation Starting from the Griffith Observatory: 1.4 to 3.2 miles round trip; 500 feet elevation If Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling could dance through the Griffith Park Trails in La La Land, you can surely hike through them. Griffith Park is one of America’s largest parks and is home t...
3.7 miles up and back; 1,069 feet elevation Follow the yellow brick roadand purple arrows on the rocks to find your way up this challenging trail near the Simi Valley. Thanks to LA’s year-round near-perfect weather, this hike is even better from October through May. Trailhead address:2954-2980 Kuehner Dr, Simi Valley, CA
Roughly 6 miles round trip; 1,100 feet elevation The Mishe Mokwa trail to Sandstone Peak is located in the Santa Monica Mountains and offers a combined view of the valley, ocean, and mountains. There are a few different routes to Sandstone Peak, but the Mishe Mokwa trail turns the hike into a loop and has countless options for adventure. Roughly 3 ...
There may not be a waterfall or view of the Hollywood sign waiting for you at the end of this hike…but there is wine! This leisurely Malibu Wine Hikeis perfect for wine lovers or those who enjoy a little more human interaction on their excursions—two things that aren't always available with a secluded hike in the mountains. Trailhead: 32111 Mulholl...
10 miles round trip; 2,755 feet elevation The Bridge to Nowhere might just be the most underrated hike in LA. With the option to bungee jump at the end of this 10-mile hike through the San Angeles Forest, this one is meant for adventurers. Expect multiple river crossings (dress accordingly) that can double as swimming holes to beat the Cali heat. T...
2.7-mile loop; 748 feet elevation In the city of movie stars, you might just run into one while hiking Runyon Canyon. The wide popularity of this trail may have you questioning if you’ve somehow been transported to the 405 during rush hour. However, the eastern views of Griffith Observatory and views of the Pacific Ocean to the west make this heavi...
13 miles round trip; 509 feet elevation The Park to Playa trail connects a network of trails and open spaces to the Pacific Ocean at Playa del Ray. Starting at Baldwin Hills Parklands, you'll find multiple trail access points in six segments: Stocker Corridor, Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area, Blair Hills – Segment C, Baldwin Hills Scenic Overloo...
With hills and mountains running right along the coast, Los Angeles County is home to several hiking trails to beautiful ocean views. Here are the highest rated ocean view hikes in Los Angeles according to the cumulative average rating from users on hikespeak.com. La Jolla Canyon Loop in Point Mugu State Park. Scenic and Overlook Trails Loop in ...
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Mar 13, 2021 · Five Southern California trails that take you to the edge of the ocean. Point Dume State Preserve is part of Point Dume State Beach in Malibu. (Christopher Reynolds / Los Angeles Times) By ...
Dec 12, 2023 · The best hikes in Los Angeles. 1. The Charlie Turner Trail to Mount Hollywood (Griffith Park) At the top of Mount Hollywood (the hill behind the Griffith Observatory, not to be confused with the ...
