Stevenson Ranch, California

Stevenson Ranch, California, is a must-visit for outdoor adventures. The top activity is hiking the Pico Canyon Trail, a scenic 7.6-mile loop that is moderately difficult. Along the trail, you'll see a historic oil well and the remnants of Mentryville, an old oil boom town. The trail also offers views of the Santa Clarita Valley and the Santa Susana Mountains. For a less strenuous activity, visit Dr. Richard H. Rioux Memorial Park. This park features a walking path, picnic areas, and a playground. Nearby, Six Flags Magic Mountain offers roller coasters for those seeking more adrenaline-filled activities. So, if you're looking for the best trails and outdoor activities, Stevenson Ranch has plenty to offer.

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Stevenson Ranch, California
Mentryville: Pico Canyon Trail

7.07 mi / 1388 ft gain

Mentryville: Pico Canyon Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Stevenson Ranch, California.
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Stevenson Ranch, California
Hike the Towsley Canyon Loop

4.7

5.1 mi / 1340 ft gain

The Towsley Canyon Loop can be done in either a clockwise or counter-clockwise loop. The clockwise path starts with a gradual ascent through Wiley Canyon and steep descent into the Towsley Gorge while a counter-clockwise route starts with a steep climb out of Towsley Canyon and a gradual descent ...
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Los Angeles, California
Porter Ranch Ridge

4.0

3.36 mi / 548 ft gain

Porter Ranch Ridge is an out-and-back trail where you may see local wildlife located near Los Angeles, California.
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Los Angeles, California
Stoney Point via North End

4.0

1.42 mi / 240 ft gain

Stoney Point via North End is an out-and-back trail where you may see local wildlife located near Chatsworth, California.
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Los Angeles, California
Stoney Point Park Loop

4.0

0.73 mi / 141 ft gain

Once you've parked along Topanga Canyon Blvd, make your way down the street and start the trail off near the steel gate, close to the horse stables. As you make your way in, you will notice some rock climbers practicing on the lower elevation rocks. Make your way around this rocky park, counter-...
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Los Angeles, California
Catch a Sunrise or Sunset at Palisades Park in Porter Ranch

4.0

From the 118 FWY, exit Reseda and head north until you pass by Calle Vista Circle. Once passed, make a U-turn and park on the side of the street.Here you will find the trailhead for the Palisades Trail Hike. To get to the scenic lookout, simply walk up the short trail leading up the hill, and hea...
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Los Angeles, California
Hike up Chatsworth Park North

1 mi

From the parking lot, make your way through the park until you reach the bottom of a hill filled with huge rocks and boulders. It is very hard to miss.From here, you can pick any trail you wish. They will all lead up to the top. There's a lot of rock scrambling involved, as well as boulder hoppin...
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Castaic, California
Paddle Castaic Lake State Recreational Area

6 mi

Castaic Lake is a man made reservoir located 41 miles north of downtown Los Angeles, CA in the town of Castaic. Made up of two bodies of water, separated by a 425-foot dam, Upper and Lower Castaic Lakes have a combined 29 miles of shoreline forming the Castaic Lake State Recreational Area. The s...
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San Fernando, California
Pacoima Park Natural Wash Park

0.54 mi / 13 ft gain

Pacoima Park Natural Wash Park makes for a wonderful & pleasant walk. The entrance to the park is located at the corner of Newton St and 8th St and runs up to Foothill Blvd in San Fernando California. The park is ADA accessible and allows for dogs on leash. There are also picnic tables and dr...
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Los Angeles, California
Cave of Munits

4.5

1.53 mi / 299 ft gain

Are you looking for a hike that offers trail running, scenic views, hiking, and CAVE exploring? This short, but exciting trail leads you on a short 0.8 mile hike to the Cave of Munits. When starting at the main trailhead, El Scorpion Park, take the wide paved dirt road all the way till you get to...
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Ventura County, California
Hike the Upper Las Virgenes Canyon Open Space Preserve Trail

8.6 mi / 1851 ft gain

The most popular point of entry is through the Victory Trailhead, which has ample parking. You can park on the street or you can pay $3 to park at the trailhead parking lot. You can also enter at the Upper Las Virgenes Canyon Trailhead at the northern end of Las Virgenes Canyon Road in Calabasas....
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Los Angeles, California
Reseda Pond Path

1.0

0.3 mi / 0 ft gain

Reseda Pond Path is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Reseda, California
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Santa Clarita, California
Hike to Saint Francis Dam Disaster National Monument

3.2 mi / 153 ft gain

The Saint Francis Dam Disaster National Monument, established in 2019, memorializes the site where the Saint Francis Dam, built by famed engineer William Mulholland, collapsed in 1929, tragically killing more than 400 people in the middle of the night as a 150+ foot wave of water crashed through ...
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Los Angeles, California
Sepulveda Basin: Upstream Of Balboa

4.0

3.7 mi / 75 ft gain

Sepulveda Basin: Upstream Of Balboa is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Encino, California.
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Oak Park, California
China Flat Trail to Simi Peak

5.0

5.03 mi / 1398 ft gain

From the trailhead, simply follow the trail headed up the mountain. The first 2 miles is the hardest part of the hike, because of the steep ascent. Continue on until you hit a junction. Turn left, and you will eventually see an old rusty gate, and a sign which says "China Flat Trail". You will ...
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Topanga, California
Hike the Top of Topanga Overlook

1 mi / 1613 ft gain

The Top of Topanga Overlook is where you can simply park your car, and sit in one of the benches to view the San Fernando Valley. But there is one hiking trail in that area which lets you get better vantage points, as well as a quick workout.Once you get to the overlook, park your car and safely ...
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