Temescal Canyon has a wonderful loop that is very hilly and satisfying. You have a combination of…read moretree areas that feel like you're out of the LA area, a waterfall and creek, up to many amazing vista points of the coastline and the back down. The park it is also a great place to just hang out on grassy areas amongst trees to find peace. There is ample parking on the street and in the park itself. You also have access to pretty good bathrooms for a park.

Star rating is around 4.0 to 4.25 Parking lot is ample but…read morepricey - 12$. Automated kiosks are available. One lot in front one in the middle and extra parking in rear. As of aug 1 2026, the lower trail temescal is closed must use upper trail temescal Canyon ridge. Unfortunately, the lower is close and fenced off, but did see people try to use the rear side to sneak.in..please people respect the park..its closed because humans have wrecked the area and needs time to repair itself The challenge level for hikes or walks or runs is medium to high. Some areas are difficult, loose rock and gravel plus steep up and down hills. The views are spectacular, the trails are challenging... no ebikes... missing items would be non working water fountains and the closure of the main trail, for the waterfall area. Plus, open spaces for picnics are available- foropen sports - a small creek - and various options in trails. As all trails will meet up at the recreation area - links up to the rojas canyon trail - the temescal ridge - skull rock ridge - viewpoint ridge

It's closed due to the massive fire but I can't sit idly by while this spectacular place gets…read more1-star reviews for stop sign enforcement. The woodsy section is nice but there's a more open part with stunning mountain and ocean views. And you can get here by bus!!! While Temescal recovers please support your local hiking trail.

Update 08-01-2026 .. not closed... one trail is closed the bottom access trail, but the upper trail…read moreis open. So the statement on the website is wrong star rating is around 4.0 to 4.25 Parking lot is ample but pricey - 12$. Automated kiosks are available. One lot in front one in the middle and extra parking in rear. As of aug 1 2026, the lower trail temescal is closed must use upper trail temescal Canyon ridge. Unfortunately, the lower is close and fenced off, but did see people try to use the rear side to sneak.in..please people respect the park..its closed because humans have wrecked the area and needs time to repair itself The challenge level for hikes or walks or runs is medium to high. Some areas are difficult, loose rock and gravel plus steep up and down hills. The views are spectacular, the trails are challenging... no ebikes... missing items would be non working water fountains and the closure of the main trail, for the waterfall area. Plus, open spaces for picnics are available- foropen sports - a small creek - and various options in trails. As all trails will meet up at the recreation area - links up to the rojas canyon trail - the temescal ridge - skull rock ridge - viewpoint ridge

Loved this trail! Have been to Temescal many times over the years and recently found out about this…read moretrail. It's quieter than the others and you don't get the same beach view, but it's nice if you want a change of pace. The trail can get a bit narrow, however it's doable if you have a sturdy pit of shoes. Really pretty cacti on the trail, which is a little different from other hikes in the area.

Love this trail as it's rarely busy and doggie friendly - what more can you ask? Ok -- it's got…read moreviews too -- of our beautiful ocean! Here's a tip -- it's a little over 4 miles round trip if you start in Temescal Canyon -- but we take two cars and leave one where the trail ends (corner of Brooktree and Sunset). We drive one car back to the trail and start our hike so that way when we finish we don't have to do that mile walk down Sunset Blvd or go back up the hill the way we came to Temescal as the 2nd car is waiting for us on Brooktree. Of course if you've got 3-4 hours and lots of energy -- do the round trip! But our way you don't have to see the same things twice.

Love coming here with my lover and enjoying the epic views California has to offer it's a pretty…read moreintense hike your walking up a mountain that goes on for miles definitely worth it

I gave this trail three stars because once you reach the top, the panoramic view of the Pacific…read moreOcean is absolutely gorgeous. The view alone makes the climb worth it. But I have some complaints. First, there is very little shade along the way. There are relatively few trees, and many of the remaining trees look like burned sticks from the fires that have passed through the area. If you're hiking this during the summer, prepare to feel like you're being slowly roasted by the sun. I'd probably recommend doing this hike during the cooler months. And this trail is basically one long uphill conversation with gravity. There isn't much of a break from the incline, so you should be in reasonably good shape. Bring plenty of water and apply sunblock. Seriously. Your future self will thank you. Another interesting part of the hike is getting a glimpse of some of the enormous houses belonging to the wealthy. These properties are absolutely gigantic--sometimes looking more like small resorts than houses. And I couldn't help thinking about the contrast: millions of people in Los Angeles are living in relatively small apartments, often with barely enough space for their belongings, while these enormous homes sit on hillsides with rooms that probably aren't used for months at a time. The funny part is that you rarely see anyone actually living in these places. Apparently, even billionaires need a really big house to be away from home. Still, one of my favorite things about hiking is the people. Most hikers are nature lovers, and they're usually friendly and easy to talk to. There's something nice about being surrounded by people who voluntarily decided to walk uphill through the wilderness instead of sitting on a couch. Beautiful ocean views, friendly hikers, lots of uphill, almost no shade, and a fascinating glimpse into the extreme wealth of Pacific Palisades. Bring water--and perhaps a little class consciousness.

Please be careful here our car was broken into and belongings were stolen. So sad, don't leave…read moreanything in the car when you go for a hike. And there's no ranger to even assist in the event.

Avoid this place - it's run by the most greedy public park administration I've ever encountered…read more First they charge you $12 for parking, which is quite steep if you're just going for a 1-2 hour hike. Then they have secret cameras set up to catch people who don't make complete stops at their stop signs - the ticket for this is for $100! The whole place is clearly designed as a predatory moneymaking scheme. Don't give them your business, there are far better hikes in LA.

Reminds ME on inspiration Point & Lookout Point in CDM/Corona Del Mar…read more The bluffs are a must.. if you need tranquility, serenity, or a sunset escape. Seeing is believing ! E N J O Y

My husband and I took advantage of the beautiful weather after hurricane Hillary and drove to…read morePacific Palisades to take a walk and have dinner. The views here are breathtaking. A lovely path to take a walk or run. You will also find a few benches overlooking the ocean, perfect for taking a break and unwinding. Love watching the sunset from here.

One of my favorite trails in the Santa Monica mountains and the end of the trail is considered one…read moreof the highest points within the Santa Monica mountains at about 1,920 feet. There are clean restrooms at the end of the trail. I also noticed some picnic tables near that area too. In the event you're a hiker that needs to fuel up with snacks in your backpack like me, the picnic tables at the end of the trail make a nice spot to rest in the shade before heading back. This trail is shared with bikers, runners, and walkers alike. Even though it is wide enough to accommodate everyone, it seems no one group tries to hog up rhe wide space like some other trails in the area do.

I've been at this hiking spot twice now and each time I regret not coming here more often. Let me…read moretell you, the views of this place does not disappoint at all!! Not to mention what a great workout you can get out of it, even if your just walking. The hills are no joke! Wear proper hiking shoes for sure! There is a small parking spot at the beginning of the trail but it gets full fast anytime of the day. So I just found street parking. Even though it has not been raining lately, the mountains were super green and lush! Beautiful 360 views everywhere! Not shaded so take sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat as needed! Enjoy!

Super cool hike!…read more Not overly strenuous, with lots of stair climbing down into the canyons. Most of the trail is flat and relatively well-maintained. Parking on the street in the adjacent affluent area. Follow the road to the unpaved mountain street that winds along the hidden canyons, which are generally very verdant and robust. The road is fairly active, with hikers, locals, bikes, and cars. There's a camp if you keep going down the road, so peak seasons can feature heavier traffic, within relative standards. The area is inaccessible during the night, at least from a parking perspective. The actual trail itself, found a short walk down the service road, is easy to miss, but hard to forget. An assuming ledge with a staircase that drops down the steep canyon side, leading down to the shaded paths beneath the tree canopy. The ranch itself has a storied history, and the reclaimed buildings are a fascinating discovery and a fun point of interest before looping back up out of the canyons. Be aware of local wildlife.

We took a little walk on the wild side to Murphy Ranch. This areas has a lot of history as was…read moresuspected to be a hide out for those individuals who sympathize with Nazis. The ranch was later raided after the bombing of Pearl Harbor. Afterwards became a place for artists and then the buildings were deserted and left to rot away. Give that these buildings draw people who like to party and graffiti, some of the structures have been destroyed. As you can see from the pictures there are still some structures that draw people in. Beyond these buildings there are some gorgeous views on the four mile loop. The loop consist of views of the mountains and a stream that is sometimes dry. Note the trail has a lot of steps: and they are short and narrow. The area not only draws hikers but a lot of mountain bikers. Hikers be careful on the trails as many bikers were not using bells. Lastly, there is not parking at the trailhead. You have to walk in about a half mile to trailhead. Available parking is limited as most areas say do not park.

Stopped here on our way back from Malibu. The parking lot was for a restaurant and there was a…read morebeautiful, samdy beach area in front of it with not too many people. Parking was around $15 for the day. Sat in our chairs and watched the waves and birds (and people). Very enjoyable.

$15 for parking, and there's loads of it! This beach is definitely not as family friendly as Zuma…read more(my usual). Bathrooms are few and far between, as well as lifeguards. The nice thing about this beach is that you don't have to walk very far to get to the sand. I found the crowd here is way more hipster here. Lots of boogie boarders! The beach is really clean and chill overall. Close to the action in Santa Monica!

Great hike overlooking the ocean. From the start to a point I thought was the top was 45 minutes…read moreand moderately steep. There are a lot of overlook points where thankfully you can catch your breathe and gaze at all of LA, the ocean, and beautiful palisades hills that are flourishing after the fires. Make sure to check all parking signs on the street and drive carefully up the winding road. And as always, be respectful of the neighbors!

Beautiful! You could walk ~0.20 miles and already see the spectacular views of the coast and…read morecities. Parking seems very limited and on the side of the street. In addition, the roads are very narrow in this residential area. There's a parking sign called "Red Flag Days" which says no parking from 8am to 6pm on Saturday & Sunday. As a result, parking is probably going to be bad over the weekends so go during the weekdays if possible. Round trip was about ~5 miles on a dirt road. Plenty of inclines / declines here. Good workout.