If you're looking to see a different landscape to visit or refresh your day, drop by the Old…read moreStagecoach Road and enjoy the seventies of the past. Here, you'll see where many of the films in the 50's and all the way to the 80's were certainly filmed in one way or another. Take a stroll, run or just engage the trails to see flowers, displays and a variety of equipment on the landscape. Neighbors and folks in the area frequent this area for their daily walks and exercise so be nice and aim to be an excellent visitor. Parking is plenty, keep the area clean and bring home memories not anything from the area, LOL. Enjoy!

This hiking area is always a treat for a quick hike with views! And has amazing history where…read morestagecoaches use to travel through this passage. This hike provides some climbs so be prepared for this. For an average hiker one should not find the climbs too challenging. The reward is great views of the valley which is especially nice and sunset and sunrise. The parking lot st trailhead is tough. It's a compacted dirty parking lot which has major holes and gullies in it: so low to the ground vehicles could have issues. Drive slowly and the mind the gaps. Aldo be aware of ticks: we hiked in early December and still had tick issues.

Do you ever not realize you haven't heard a certain noise in years until you finally hear it again…read moreand it's like music in your ears? This is how I felt yesterday evening as I stepped foot into Limekiln Canyon trail! What was that noise? Frogs!!!! I did not realize that I haven't heard the sound of frogs croaking in years and suddenly it was the most beautiful noise so peaceful and serene I wanted to spend the night on a log just listening!!! I attended a meet up hike and I had no idea this trail existed! As a side note it was funny I didn't know this is the same hiking group my step dad attends so it was a fun surprise when we saw eachother and we hiked it together! I've lived around the area and explored all my life but this is the first time I heard of this trail or seen it!!! Parking is street parking off Tampa and across from the church. The entire path is dirt roads and very very well maintained brush on all sides. My step dad said he's had a run in with rattlesnakes on this trail and to be very careful on the parts of the trail that get narrow with bushes on both sides so close to where you're walking. All the trees are huge and give great shade and cover. We hiked at around 6pm and I did see people with dogs who were all on leashes which was good and the trail wasn't too congested so I do believe next time I come to this trail I can bring my dog along! When it gets dark the trees don't let in too much light from the sky so make sure you bring your flashlight. I'm really excited to have such a nice place to hike so close and, well, as I said the sound of the frogs has me hooked and you might catch me there just sitting on a log listening to the beautiful nature sounds!

This trail is a secluded escape tucked away in the hills of the Valley! If you're looking for a…read morehike that is low key & quiet, this is definitely the spot. Once you reach the top, you're rewarded with a wonderful panoramic view of the Valley. It's also quite interesting as you hike along; you get a bird's-eye view into various backyards with some truly beautiful pools & hot tubs. The day I went was overcast, which made for a very pleasant & chill walk. There is plenty of nature to enjoy, including lots of birds flying around. Also lots of street parking outside the entrance to the trail. One thing that caught my attention: lots of litter & beer cans everywhere:( very sad .

What do you associate with the northwestern SFV city of Chatsworth? It's surely that it is known as…read morethe 'Porn Capital' of USA. Even non-Cali residents are aware of this scandalous 'fun fact'. But there is more to this city edging the 118-freeway than just a perverted satisfaction. Chatsworth is also the home to some of the most gorgeous geolithic structures in the Valley. Anyone who has driven on the 118 has seen these glorious rock structures comprising of Stoney Point, Santa Susana, and of course Garden of the Gods. What is Garden of the Gods? Garden of the Gods is located essentially in a Chatsworth neighborhood on Redmesa (a very aptly named street) and isn't a park in the traditional sense of having a lot or ornate entrance. Rather, this entire acreage of Chatsworth is basically one large rocky, cavernous, geographic wonder making Valley residents feel like they are at a national park in Utah. Okay, it isn't on the level of Utah but it is pretty damn good for Los Angeles. After parking on the street, a sign welcomes visitors to the glorious area. A plaque proudly boasts of the Hollywood history of Garden of the Gods: it was part of the ranch that filmed countless westerns on the grounds from Buster Keaton classics to the opening credits of Lone Ranger hence Lone Ranger Rock. Garden of the Gods can also be seen in several big-budget films creating either an African or desert backdrop. Pretty cool, right? The 'trails' (if we want to call them that) vary from light rock climbing to open spaces and from bushes/grasses to sand stone outcroppings. Garden of the Gods is simply breathtaking and you can't help but take a moment to truly think about the amazing-ness of Mother Nature and the age of the rocks. There are several cave-like spots, smooth eroded boulders and stunning views of the SFV and the neighboring rock formations. One can see all the way across to the Verdugo Mountains and the tip of the LA National Forest. I visited the Garden of the Gods with a crew for a lingerie modeling shoot. That's right: I was basically naked here (and actually completely 100% naked when changing). I suppose that is fitting for the Porn Capital? We didn't come across many people (golden hour on a Wednesday in November) so Garden of the Gods was peaceful, quiet and serene. This place is perfect for a modeling shoot or for your IG with various nooks and crannies that make love to the camera. Or perhaps that was me doing that. Be careful though, because there of plenty of snakes and mountain lions who call Garden of the Gods home. So why am I not giving this gorgeous wonder of the world (or at least LA) 5 stars? Simply because people are assholes and decided to use Garden of the Gods as a garbage can. You will come across a lot of trash, bottles, and broken glass EVERYWHERE! These losers also defaced some of the beautiful rocks with tags and graffiti. News stories run rampant in the Stoney Point/Garden of the Gods/Santa Susana area of murders, fights, drugs, etc. Geeze Chatsworth, calm down. I would suggest, for the ladies out there, to not venture here alone. Although Garden of the Gods was quite empty during my visit; we did come across some hikers, families with small children and even mountain climbers with legit gear practicing on the rocky faces. Garden of the Gods caters to a diverse cast of characters. Side note relating to Covid: some people wore masks and some didn't but obviously there is plenty of room here for social distancing. Chatsworth may be known for porn but the rocky topography of the area is much more orgasmic and certainly worth more of a visit than just from from your car window when driving on the 118. Hey you never know: you might see someone modeling in lingerie!

4 stars because I'm a fan of old westerns. It is cool to walk where the Lone Ranger rode and…read moreimagine the ambushes and shootouts of countless films. But it is tiny and cramped. Not really a hiking spot and might be OK for Instagram, but not for the kind of photography I do. The worst part is that the movie ranch that was here has been replaced by a subdivision. Boring beige boxes of unremarchitecture that have become so emblematic of SoCal suburban sprawl. It is undoubtably cool to have this location in your backyard, but not so great to have those houses in your photo background. Worth a quick stop if you are in the area and a film buff.

The best trail name the city could come up with was Chatsworth Trails Park? It's located next to…read moreDevils Canyon and this area used to be inhabited by Native Americans, surely they could have come up with a more original name. It may be a short 0.5-mile loop but there are features that make it a new experience every time you visit. The signature outcropping are what make it special. You can explore the interior of the loop and climb on the big boulders. The lower half of the trail follows the 118 fwy. The trail descends following the canyon and then it circles back around to the street. There's a new housing development that is being built nearby so trail traffic will definitely increase in the future when it's completed. The trail is frequented by equestrian riders. You'll notice a lot of horse droppings on the trail. I have always thought that it was funny that when your dog poops you are expected to pick it up but when your horse does it to a much larger degree we are totally cool with it. There's limited street parking and unfortunately there are no bathrooms onsite.

My co-workers went here and I decided to give it a try. It is actually a moderate to hard trail…read more But It was really beautiful and worth it 1. Parking-there's limited parking outside. You will get confused because it says "No Parking Anytime" together with "No Parking 10pm to 6am". I parked here twice already and I haven't got any ticket. There's also a parking lot near the residential area. 2. Dogs: if you have a medium to large size dogs, you're gonna have a hard time going to the cave. It's dangerous. But small dogs, you can carry on your backpack. 3. There's 2 ways to go to the cave. Shorter and longer version. You can download or check the map for this trail on google 4. Cave: I love it! We love it! I already went twice for this. Very lovely and creative. UNIQUE! There are hammocks and a swing. 5. You can get lost on the way. Just follow the arrows "white heart" and also "b2g crook" signs.

Unfortunately the hummingbird trail is not the same with the new housing development. And every…read moretime I visit these days the situation gets a bit worst: as the development limits entrance onto the trail. Once you get beyond the development you will be treated to some great hiking and boulder climbing if you choose. Still worth the visit: today I was in search of waterfalls after the rain storm, unfortunately just puddles of water. There were cute frogs though!

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 Santa Susana pass was once known as the Simi pass that connects San Fernando Valley to Simi…read moreValley. This pass has historical and cultural significance as once as Indigenous corridor. Now this park provides beautiful views of natural landscapes and overlooks multiple counties. A great place to catch a sunset or sunrise. The park offers various length and difficulties of hikes. The park can be accessed on the Simi Valley side off the 118 freeway at the rocky peak exit. Along the mountain there is a small parking lot. Be careful pulling in and out of lot as traffic whips around the corner fast. Happy trails!

Talk about history! The Santa Susana Pass area was a crossroads for the Tongva, Chumash and…read moreTataviam cultures for about 8,000 years prior to the Europeans' arrival and subsequent land grab. The Old Santa Susana Stage Road can still be seen here, wagon wheel ruts and all. There's a memorial plaque at the top of Devil's Slide and the Stage Road is also on the National Register of Historic Places. Learn more here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Old_Santa_Susana_Stage_Road#:~:text=The%20precipitous%20portion%20of%20the,Passengers%20debarked%20and%20walked. If you want to see the memorial plaque, it's a pretty steep hike. Wear hiking boots and if you have any issues with balance whatsoever, a walking stick is highly recommended. Entrance is free. Street parking, also free. There are four different trailheads marked on this map: https://www.parks.ca.gov/pages/611/files/SantaSusanaPassSHPWeb2016.pdf Be advised that the trail signs don't always match the map. Take water and your camera/phone and your sense of adventure. A perfect pandemic outing!

Mountains or the beach is the best place for me to get a quick workout in -since COVID closed all…read morethe local gyms too. I decided to head out to Rocky Peak Park, since I checked the weather and knew conditions were going to be perfect for a quick hike. I'm glad I did :) 85F degrees (it's been 90F-100F out here) some fresh air and bit of sunshine ...perfect hiking conditions right now ~enjoy it all, it's beautiful right now. Handful of people out there hiking and mountain biking. Small, limited parking available ... You could park across the bridge/overpass too. Stay safe ...and healthy (mind, body & soul) out there :)

My wife's favorite local hike. Hilly and can be slippery in some spots, but otherwise wide pa th…read more Nice views. Mile markers every quarter mile, bike tool station at fork to Butterfly trail. Nice rock formations ie Turtle rock and oven mitt rock.

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 is a hidden park, away from the busy roads…read more Just keep going west on Devonshire. Lots of parking. . Hiking areas. We came with our dogs, just need to be careful with foxtails. Plenty of places if you want to do a picnic. I didn't look out for restrooms , but they might have them.

While the area is nice to look at the actual path to get to the park is quite windy and not the…read moreeasiest to find. Also it can get super crowded and difficult to play pickleball on rotation when there's too many people. One night there was a group that refused to abide by the paddle saddle rules and only remained in their clique even with the public park rules.