Topanga State Park
Topanga State Park
4.5
8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
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Dino M
Washington DC, DC45 contributions
Jan 2020
Topanga Park is a great place to connect with the outdoors, explore and admire nature while you hike. I enjoyed seeing the local wildlife especially the deers. If you decide to visit the park expect to stay a minimum of 2.5 hours.
Written 12 January 2020
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Mary Elaine
1 contribution
Feb 2021
Warning and advice to visitors: some of the local NIMBY Karen/Ken types have taken it upon themselves to police Topanga State Park on their own, threatening "outsiders", AKA the public who pays taxes just like everyone else to support our parks, with having their cars towed or to issues "tickets" for a variety of "infractions". The Rangers are currently turning a blind eye to this behavior, much like they have turned a blind eye to the maintenance of facilities and trails in recent years.
Please, do not hesitate to visit our beautiful State Park, and do not be intimidated by these people. It is your right to be there, and to park anywhere that is legal parking, including Entrada Rd. outside the park.
If you are approached by these people, please ignore them, and understand that they do not represent any legal entity, nor the people of Topanga Canyon, who very much welcome visitors. Also, please report any interactions with these people, or any issues you encounter in the park, to any and all of the departments below:
Topanga Ranger Line
310-455-2465 x106
State Parks, Angeles District Office
(818) 880-0363
Human Rights Office, California State Parks
(916) 653-8148, 711 CA Relay Service
Dogs are generally not allowed in the park with the exception of Service Animals as defined by the Americans With Disabilities Act.
Above all, please come visit Topanga State Park, and enjoy the grandeur of Mother Nature!
Please, do not hesitate to visit our beautiful State Park, and do not be intimidated by these people. It is your right to be there, and to park anywhere that is legal parking, including Entrada Rd. outside the park.
If you are approached by these people, please ignore them, and understand that they do not represent any legal entity, nor the people of Topanga Canyon, who very much welcome visitors. Also, please report any interactions with these people, or any issues you encounter in the park, to any and all of the departments below:
Topanga Ranger Line
310-455-2465 x106
State Parks, Angeles District Office
(818) 880-0363
Human Rights Office, California State Parks
(916) 653-8148, 711 CA Relay Service
Dogs are generally not allowed in the park with the exception of Service Animals as defined by the Americans With Disabilities Act.
Above all, please come visit Topanga State Park, and enjoy the grandeur of Mother Nature!
Written 11 February 2021
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Jennifer F
Little Rock, AR230 contributions
June 2011 • Friends
I visited this park to do a night hike up to the ridge overlooking Los Angeles. At about 9 p.m., we started up the trail and headed up to the point where the fire road meets the main trail. At this spot, you can look out and see the ocean and all of LA. Simply wonderful! The hike was fairly strenuous toward the top, but definitely worth it. The trail continues from there a long way up to Parker Mesa, but for a night hike, I'd recommend doing something fairly short (because you can't see where you're going as well in the dark!). It was a very neat experience, and a beautiful park.
Word of warning, though: You will get a parking ticket if your car is there after hours. This happened to us. Don't let it happen to you!
Word of warning, though: You will get a parking ticket if your car is there after hours. This happened to us. Don't let it happen to you!
Written 3 January 2012
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Shimadog
California900 contributions
Feb 2013 • Friends
You can see forever, but such was not the case. Still, an overcast day can equate to excellent hiking conditions! Trail to Eagle Rock was via Marvin Braude Mulholland Gateway Park at end of Reseda Blvd off Ventura 101 frwy. Parking was free, or pay a fee for slots near trailhead. A popular hiking spot on weekends so arrive early for primo parking. Sorry, no dogs allowed on trails, a pit toilet near trailhead and another can be found less than 3 miles in on the fire road.
Hike was almost 8 miles r/t, approx.1100 ft gain and took over 3.5 hours to complete at a leisurely pace with rest stops. A nice, uphill trek so bring enough water to stay hydrated. Not much shade can be found, but proximity to the ocean offered occasional breezes. Although hazy, we could make out PV and Catalina Island in the distance, nice!
Lots of photo ops on and off Eagle Rock and you can't miss it, it's an eye-catcher! Enjoy the view and rest assured, it's a mostly downhill trek back to the car!
Hike was almost 8 miles r/t, approx.1100 ft gain and took over 3.5 hours to complete at a leisurely pace with rest stops. A nice, uphill trek so bring enough water to stay hydrated. Not much shade can be found, but proximity to the ocean offered occasional breezes. Although hazy, we could make out PV and Catalina Island in the distance, nice!
Lots of photo ops on and off Eagle Rock and you can't miss it, it's an eye-catcher! Enjoy the view and rest assured, it's a mostly downhill trek back to the car!
Written 6 March 2013
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DrJenski
Columbus, OH14 contributions
Apr 2012 • Couples
We loved our Easter morning hike to Eagle Rock! It was a workout and we were sore the next day, but it was worth it. We saw plenty of wildlife and the views were breathtaking! Arrive early to park on the side of the road to avoid the parking lot fee. This was one of my favorite activities from our week in L.A. I highly recommend it!
Written 28 April 2012
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Carolyn S
Dayton, OH21 contributions
June 2011
There were many trails available. We hiked to Eagle Rock which was about a 4.5 mile hike, round trip. There were many places to stop and look at the views on the way up, however it was a rather hazy day so the views were somewhat limited. This particular hike definitely got the heart rate up (coming from someone who does cardio on a daily basis), however we had some people in the group that are out of shape and they were able to complete the hike as well (at a slower pace with several breaks). The park was rather difficult to find (it took us two attempts) but it was well worth it.
Written 23 June 2011
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allen1000
washington dc90 contributions
Apr 2011
This park is about a 40 minutes from Los Angeles, and it's not hard to find. You can choose from among about 5-6 trails that range from 1 mile to nearly 10. No matter what you choose, you get to hike up and down valleys and canyons, while watching canyons across the way. The trails are well-maintained and moderately steep, but you're not climbing over boulders or logs; I did about 4 miles in sandals. When you've had enough of crowded city stuff on your visit, check this out for the afternoon, and then hang out at Topanga Beach (15-minute drive) for a well-deserved ice cream or beer.
Written 25 April 2011
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HomeHome2017
Los Angeles, CA32 contributions
June 2018 • Couples
What a great day this was!! We thoroughly enjoyed our couple of hours at Topanga state park. There are many trail options including ones going toward Temescal cyn and Pacific Palisades. We did four miles.
Parking is ten dollars for all day. You can park outside for free. Either way, so worth it. This was a great Sunday!!
Parking is ten dollars for all day. You can park outside for free. Either way, so worth it. This was a great Sunday!!
Written 17 June 2018
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Summerasalifestyle
Malibu, CA3,575 contributions
July 2015 • Solo
I've done this hike many times in order of distance---Paseo Miramar, Los Liones and my long hike from Westridge. Parking is relatively easy from anywhere you start.
Easy to moderate hike--sticks and boots aren't necessary. Families with older kids are ok. It can get really hot on fire loads without shade so bring water.
Sierra Club does an evening hike evvery friday night from Paseo to P.M overlook.
Longer hike starts at Los LIones and really long hike (one way) is from Wewstridge.
Additionally, you can start from over in the valley at Trippet ranch.
Easy to moderate hike--sticks and boots aren't necessary. Families with older kids are ok. It can get really hot on fire loads without shade so bring water.
Sierra Club does an evening hike evvery friday night from Paseo to P.M overlook.
Longer hike starts at Los LIones and really long hike (one way) is from Wewstridge.
Additionally, you can start from over in the valley at Trippet ranch.
Written 5 August 2015
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Gene C
Los Angeles, CA3 contributions
May 2015 • Solo
The Musch Trail is definitely the most scenic way to get up to Eagle Rock. The trail winds through the natural vegetation. You get a chance to get to see the flowers, oaks and of course the poison oak up close.
I volunteer in the park and our group, the Topanga Canyon Docents, have free 2 hour guided walks every Sunday starting at 10:00 at the Trippet Ranch parking lot. The walks run from January though June. Walking with a guide gives you a great way to get to know and appreciate the plants, animals and history of the park. Its one thing to go for a hike in the woods but walking the trails and being able to see and identify the flowers such as the Sticky Monkeyflower, Black Sage, Yucca Whippli and Popcorn Flower make the walk special.
Happy trails.
I volunteer in the park and our group, the Topanga Canyon Docents, have free 2 hour guided walks every Sunday starting at 10:00 at the Trippet Ranch parking lot. The walks run from January though June. Walking with a guide gives you a great way to get to know and appreciate the plants, animals and history of the park. Its one thing to go for a hike in the woods but walking the trails and being able to see and identify the flowers such as the Sticky Monkeyflower, Black Sage, Yucca Whippli and Popcorn Flower make the walk special.
Happy trails.
Written 4 May 2015
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Is there a scenic drive in or around the park?
Written 26 August 2018
Not in the park no- there are lots of walks through it and around it but really you drive through the canyon of Topanga but not the full park. Still a lovely windy drive with pleasant scenery.
Written 3 September 2018
Hello what does it cost to visit for one day and park a car
Written 1 March 2015
$10 - Pay the attendant at the gate or use the self pay box just as you enter the parking lot.
You can park for free on the road just before turning into the parking lot but be sure to pull your car off the road without tumbling off the edge into the canyon.
Written 9 June 2015
Is there over night parking to stay at state park. With our travel trailer 26 ft.
Written 28 January 2015
Is there over night camping? Do you have space there's to park our Traler for camping? I also there overnight camping in thevstsevparksv? With room for a 26.ft. I also have mg state park discount card, or is there a place close get . Got, k
Written 28 January 2015
Jillian S
Santa Monica, California
Do you have the rooms with the jacuzzis available the weekend of the 2nd~4th? Also, we would prefer one of the stand-alone rooms. My husband and I are planning to come up for our 1st wedding anniversary.
Written 22 January 2015
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