One of the best hikes we've had as a family of 4. Very beautiful vista panoramic views. Trail can…read morebe narrow and brushy but that was part of the excitement. Felt like we were creating a path as we go....once we got to the top, about 60-80 minutes, it leads to another much wider trail that's used by horse back riders and mountain bikers. West going towards Stunt road/PCH and southeast towards old Topanga canyon road. We parked our vehicle off Mulholland highway where Secret trail begins, hiked all the way to old Topanga road and took an Uber/Lyft from old Topanga to our parked vehicle. It was perfect!

I always enjoy hiking and this spot fits the bill. Every hike is a great hike as the trails run…read morefrom basic to moderate and you can bring your pups or even your bike so you can have a nice bike ride.

This review is for the Cistern Trail To Lookout Trail. It's a short 1.4 mile round trip to get a…read morenice view of Malibu Creek and the interesting rock formation right next to it. Takes about 30 minutes or so to complete. Extremely hot during this period of time; no shades. Mostly a decline to the end of the trail and incline on the way back. There are other trails to go on further if you want more mileage. Free parking on the dirt road right at the entrance of the Cistern trailhead.

Pretty neat trail that is part of the Malibu Creek State Park. You can search Cistern Trail…read moreParking, which will take you to the start of the trail. The parking is basically off the road, so no payment is needed. For non hikers like me and my boyfriend, I would stay this trail is definitely doable and not crazy hard. However, it is quite hot with very minimal shade, and you do have to walk on an incline for some parts. We went to the Century Lake Dam, which is about 1 mile from the parking area. The dam was pretty cool but you can really only see the backside of it, since the entrance to the front side was blocked with a fence/barbed wire. My boyfriend had to sneak through to snag a pic of the front side of the dam (I don't recommend this since it is dangerous and you can fall into the water). Overall, the trail is a nice walk with a fairly cool landmark along the trail.

Solstice Canyon is one of those places that quietly reminds you why Malibu is special. The trail is…read moreeasy and well-maintained, but still feels like you've stepped away from the city and into something calmer. The creek, little waterfalls (especially after rain), and the ruins tucked into the canyon make the walk interesting without feeling crowded or overwhelming. What I love most is how peaceful it feels. You get ocean air drifting in, birds everywhere, and just enough shade to make it comfortable even on warmer days. It's perfect for a relaxed hike, a slow morning walk, or taking out-of-town friends who want something scenic without a hardcore climb. Parking can fill up, especially on weekends, but once you're on the trail it's totally worth it. If you're looking for a mellow hike with history, nature, and classic Malibu vibes, Solstice Canyon is a solid choice.

Really nice hike. It was a total of just over 2 hours of a hike. It's a very scenic hike. I would…read morelabel it a moderate hike.

First time visiting Peter Strauss Ranch. The trails had lots of weeds, under brush. We didn't…read morecomplete the trail, lots of holes on the ground, harder to walk on. Will visit again in the cooler days and when the weeds are cleared... and then update this review. Heard from a local there are free summer concerts every other Sunday. We saw some critters.. lots of lizards, a cotton tail bunny and a ribbon snake. There's lots of place to picnic. But our fave is eating at the Old Place.

First time visiting this place. Was able to find parking and go on a decent hike that is perfect…read morefor beginners. In certain areas it was muddy. It was a bit windy. Would definitely recommend this place if you want to go on a hike that isn't intense.

Hey everyone it's the light skin dragon coming to you live and directly from today's adventures! I…read morewas feeling depressed about not seeing or speaking to my daughter, my cars engine is broken and will cost me 5000, and not being able to go to class this week because of my situation! I told myself I will take the bus and come to see Mother Nature. While I was on my fast in January I booked marked these stair here so god spoke to me today and so I went. I needed to see the green, get fresh air and just get back into my own zone because of the funk I've been in. Being here help me think of good times I've been to stairs, or on a trails I've been on. People I've gone on hikes with or even loved ones for their first time. The views got me out of my own mind and really gave me clarity of where I should be and where I'm heading. God reveals all and have me see things which I appreciate the good and the bad. And it really shows me I need to be where I need to be. I am willing to take more adventures soon with the bus and just humbling myself as a post I posted on social media about me remaining with an open heart to see what life has to offer now. Light skin dragon blasting off looking for another place to calm my nerves, and remain at peace which this area honestly brought and it was hard to find taking the bus and walking haha

Do not follow the google map navigation. You have to go towards Audi dealership. Go past the…read moredealership until you are at the end of the street. I couldn't walk for the next two days. Definitely a good workout stairs!!

Beautiful hike. The hike is about 2 miles roundtrip. To get inside the cave, you have to rock climb…read moreusing a rope. Wear shoes with a good grip. Parking is residential. There re no bathrooms.

Beautiful scenery Great hiking trails…read moreAwesome cave Clean park Cool rocks Went hiking yesterday

The most incredible, peaceful loop to hike with exceptional views. I love the variations between…read morethe rocky parts, the small stream, the narrow paths, and the wide ones. While hiking for a bachelorette party, we came across very kind people wishing the bride to be the best of luck. Really neat to see ppl rock climbing as well. Good memories made here and many happy trails.

Wonderful hike with well maintained trail and great views. Ample parking lots are available. This…read morearea is recovering well from the Woolsey fire, which is lovely to see. Bring lots of water: depending on the route you take, there can be steep inclines and lots of elevation gain. Free admission.

This is short 2 mile hike. There is no restroom in the area and it's free parking. Just follow…read morethe ridge going up to Ladyface Mountain as this is a one way in and back out trail. In the beginning, there is a split, make sure to go left up the ridge. Not quite sure where the trail going right takes you. There is a bit of rock scrambling but I did not have any difficulties getting past it. As you near the top, there is a rock where the American Flag use to be located. This does require some climbing, so be careful. If you don't want to try that, hike past the rock and continue on the small trail to Ladyface Mountain. Both location offers 360 views. When done, hike back down. There is no shades on this hike, so pack accordingly to the weather and have fun.

This unofficial trail is a short and exhilarating. The trail ascends a steep ridgeline that, from a…read moredistance, supposedly resembles a silhouette profile of a lady's face. If you didn't already know this information then I apologize in advance since, from this point forward, you will forever attempt to make-out the ridgeline facial image whenever you drive by. The trailhead can be a little hard to locate since it is unmarked. The best landmark is the sign pointing towards Silver Creek Rd. Park along the side of the road on the dirt. I recommend wearing really good hiking shoes since the steep grade, combined with the loose dirt, makes the trail real slippery especially as you head down the mountain. The 2-mile out and back trail can be somewhat intimidating, especially if you are afraid of heights. It's really not that dangerous. There are some areas where the trail becomes narrow along the steep hillside. I surprisingly saw a number of families with young kids and pets. I suspect they didn't make it all the way to the end. The jagged volcanic rock outcrops make you feel as if you are walking along the spine of the mountain. I made it 0.6-miles before I decided to turn back. It was a little too steep for my liking. There was an American flag was waving to me in the distance encouraging me to continue on but I had to decline. I read that the final portion involves some rock climbing. If you're feeling less adventurous, and if you are interested in more of lower altitude adventure, then you may want to try the lower trail located one mile down the road. It curves around the backside of Ladyface Mountain. It's also 2 miles out and back. You will see signage in front of a metal gate. After a short distance you'll come across a monument commemorating David Balch who once owned and later donated this property to the state for preservation. Bear left at the junction with the monument. The trail takes you down into a canyon and then back up a mountain to the rear area of Ladyface Mountain. There are interesting rock outcroppings covered with brightly colored lichen. It's fun to explore all of the different rock formations. You'll feel like you have been transported to another county. Chances are you will also be the only one there to enjoy it which is a bonus

It was an easy walk trail and breath taking views. There were lots of seals in the waterread more

Beautiful Area to enjoy the nature and walk around…read more Pros: Different trails with various terrains so everybody can enjoy Point Dume! The nature preserve is clean and walkways are maintained and clear! Loved hearing seals nearby and the birds chirping as they flew overhead. Con: There are only SIX PARKING SPOTS and first come first serve. Overall: Fun experience! But I feel like once you've been here, you can check it off your list.

Place is open. Fun hour of walking and hiking. Parking is the only issue as you have to park down…read moreoff of PCH unless you get one of the lot spots. Watch out for parking in no parking zones. Saw cars being ticketed. The walk wise, I counted 4 light easy streams you have to walk through on branches and rocks. The trail is fairly easy and moderate to do. About 30min to get down to waterfall. Fun way to spend time with family.

I came here on 01/17/2026 and it was super fun !!! There's definitely a lot of people and parking…read morewas hard to get. However this hike is dog and kid friendly, the hike wasn't too long it was very doable, I would say it takes longer to get to the actual hike from the parking lot haha but other than that it was a very pretty and easy hike. Lots of kids going to swim in the waterfall which was fun to see ! Even the doggies, I would come back !