Well-maintained trail system that allows you to hikes short or long as you want to make it. You…read morewent on the short hikes you will get some great views (especially outside of June gloom season). Parking is easy and it too far from freeway access. I've never seen any big wildlife out here so I'm not sure what locals might see who venture out here on a steady visitation cycle.

The first plus about this place is that they have a restroom. They are clean which is nice. We took…read morean impromptu hike and it was honestly so beautiful. At first it felt like a lot because I didn't know what to expect. They have a couple of different trails you can take and we took the easier one. It's still kicked my butt but it was definitely worth it. Now that I know what to expect I'd definitely come back on the regular. A lot of poison oak along the trails. So be aware of what plants you're touching. Some trails you go through some flower areas and there are a lot of bees but honestly they don't bother you. Make sure to take plenty of water. It's a beautiful view.

I was looking for a dog-friendly hike that's close enough for a day trip,…read more Wildwood Regional Park I was the perfect find! We hiked out to Paradise Falls, and while the view from a distance had me thinking, "That's it?"... once you get closer, it's actually beautiful. The weather was in the 80s, with the cool breeze made the hike so much more enjoyable (especially on the steeper parts). My pup had the best time too! I would've loved to let him run free, but this isn't an off-leash park. What I really loved is that there are so many different trails. Whether you're in the mood for a quick walk, a jog, or a longer hike, you'll find a route that fits. There were lots of people out enjoying the scenery, and the nearby town has plenty of cute spots to grab a bite afterward. It was such a fun outing. I would totally do it again!

One of the best trails in Thousand Oaks. The network is pretty large, from lizard rock down to the…read morewaterfall, and box canyon. It's a great place to watch this sunset and just get away. It changes during each season and is really beautiful when there is a bloom. I've had many magical moments here, and highly recommend.

Such a beautiful hike to the waterfall and easy to find plus great view of the sunsetread more

A friend recently took me to Paradise Falls, and it was such a beautiful and peaceful experience…read more We started on the Teepee Trail where we saw a really cool teepee structure, then continued down to the bottom of the falls. The waterfall is stunning from below, and the view from the top is just as spectacular. Along the way we explored a small cave and passed two beautiful creeks. We even saw some ducks flying overhead, which made the whole hike feel even more special. After that, we hiked uphill on the Teepee Trail, stopped at Lizard Rock, and eventually made our way back to the parking lot. The views throughout the hike are wonderful and so peaceful there's nothing like disconnecting and reconnecting with nature here. Parking is free and the lot is fairly large (around 40 cars or more). There are bathrooms at the trailhead and also near the campground, which is very convenient. We ended up hiking about 5 miles. It took us 2 hours and 30 minutes of moving time, and about 3 hours total including breaks and photo stops. I highly recommend this trail if you're looking for a scenic and relaxing hike.

Located in the Boney Mountain Wilderness is a monument dedicated to Richard Ely Danielson. He…read moregenerously donated his land to the State of California for us all to enjoy. It's also the site of some pretty cool hiking. Nearby there is a chimney, all that is left of his old cabin. This is also the site of a hidden trail that takes you up to Boney Mountain. I recommend coming early in the morning. When I went it was cool with a mix of fog and some light drizzle. The hillsides were also covered with tons of blooming wildflowers. The hike was pretty strenuous, 5.5-miles round trip. You essentially descend down one mountain just to hike right back up another one. I think my favorite part was seeing the fog-covered majestic boulders of Boney Mountain suddenly appear when I turned a corner. To get there, from the main parking lot of Rancho Sierra Vista/ Satwiwa in Newbury Park, walk 0.4 miles to the path that leads to the Native American Indian Cultural Center. From there you can either take Big Sycamore Canyon Trail (the paved road) south to Danielson Road and take a left or you can take Satwiwa Loop Trail and hang a right at the fork. From there you will be at the top of the mountain looking down the canyon. Take a left and descend into the canyon for 0.8 miles. When you reach the bottom nature seems to come alive in HD. You'll hear birds chirping and the sound of water trickling and, if you go at the right season, this is when you'll start to see all of the wild flowers. Continue past the creek and make a sharp right when you reach a junction heading back up the mountain for a grueling 0.9 miles. For a short detour, before hanging a right, you can continue on and walk an additional 0.1 miles if you want to see a small waterfall. After you reach the top of the mountain you can pause to appreciate the views. You'll come across a sign and from there you will go down a bit for about 0.3 miles where you will encounter the monument. The trail is somewhat overgrown but still clearly visible.

Wonderful wonderful hike. Parked right at end of Wendy and Potrero. Not crowded at all and good…read morehiker etiquette. Once passed Satwiwa fork and headed up to windmill, no bikers and no horse poop. Dog was on leash thank goodness cuz she wanted to chase a rattler. Of course very sunny and plants are dried out but i bet it was beautiful in the spring.

One of our favorite hiking spots is around the Satwiwa Cultural Center. You can hike here for as…read morelong or as short a hike as you want. You can also make it strenuous or easy. There are lots of hiking options, with locations like a waterfall, an old cabin site, a windmill and some of the highest peaks in the Santa Monica Mountains (http://www.yelp.com/biz/satwiwa-to-tri-peaks-newbury-park#hrid:OtZHlQDQX4Dl-YnXoTqQdQ/query:hiking) available for you to reach in just a day hike (http://www.yelp.com/biz/santa-monica-mountains-national-recreation-area-thousand-oaks#hrid:RKnqDUDYH03tcNMqErH1rA/query:hike). The last time we went, we took the kids, so we weren't going to get to the top of Boney mountain that day. Instead, we parked at the end of Wendy Drive and hiked over to the Chumash Indian center. Apparently you don't have to do this and can park closer and walk on a paved road right up to the center if you want. That's OK though, it's a nice short hike and we saw a lot of wildflowers on the way. (We also had to get out of the way of mountain bikers, so watch out!) When we got there, we toured the Indian center, the kids played with all the stuffed animals and explored the kid-friendly things they had on display. They had lots of books on the area and the Chumash culture. We were interested in one of the red flowers we saw on the trail (couldn't remember the name of it from our college botany class) and asked one of the guys working there. They happily explained what it was and told us where we could see even better flowers on another trail. Then we went outside and sat in the Ap (the incomplete Chumash hut) and had lunch. After lunch, we walked through the little garden they have planted with indigenous plants and by then the little ones were getting tired so we headed back. It was a nice little hike. We saw lots of people on the trail since it was a Saturday, lots of dogs and mountain bikes. The cultural center has a water fountain and restrooms and when we were there they had some water bottles and power bars for sale. They also have a lot of summer events happening (http://satwiwa.org/calendar.php).

Was checking out the clearance section in little store then see a whole bin of T-shirts for 40% off…read morethen I go to buy the tshirt and no discount so I ask the cashier about the discount and she says she doesn't know About any discount which is clearly marked on the shirt and the whole bin of shirts, doesn't know what to do and then says I can do 15% I was like forget about it - it's a tiny store w limited items and they lost a sale because there's no effort to try to figure anything out - no attempt to Call to ask anyone just like lazy and I do not appreciate that, as someone who's worked a lot of Customer service I just can't believe the lack of enthusiasm to even try to Figure out the situation

As a nanny and a self-proclaimed hiking queen, Arroyo Verde Park has been one of my go-to outdoor…read morespots for about five years now. I've spent countless mornings and afternoons here hiking, clearing my head, and getting a great workout in while still enjoying nature. The trails are well maintained with multiple options, so you can keep it light or make it more challenging depending on your mood. The views are beautiful, especially in the early morning or at sunset, and it never feels overly crowded. It has a calm, local Ventura vibe that I really appreciate. I've also brought kids I nanny here for walks and fresh air (sticking to the easier areas), and it's such a great space to reset. One thing to note: when it's hot, be cautious of snakes on the trails--proper shoes and awareness are important. If you're looking for a reliable, scenic place to hike in Ventura that locals truly love, Arroyo Verde Park is a must.

Positives: lots of trails and grassy areas that are wonderful when it's cooler or in the evenings…read more Picnic spots to eat and great views of the ocean when hiking. Lots of parking. Negatives: So many dog owners are complacent about their dogs here- they let them roam around and poop wherever and don't pick it up! It's ridiculous. I'm a dog owner myself and used to let my little dog off leash here occasionally, but after realizing there is a lot of unpredictable behavior from dogs and their owners, I don't bring her here that often anymore (unless there are not that many people)! So use caution when bringing your dog / dogs here. Trails can get super hot. Bring lots of water!

Love this trail for my runs. I stumbled upon it running. Its wide and great…read more for bikers, runners, and walkers.

Nice area. Just wish the park had one or two large trees. There is no shade available!read more

Hikes with cool endings are always my favorite. This one definitely doesn't disappoint. It took me…read moretwo visits to figure out how to get here since there's not a lot of info on this one. It's about a 5-mile roundtrip hike. There's some tall brush that you'll have to walk through at the end so you may want to wear pants and wear hiking shoes. There are a number of different trails that can take take you here. I started from the trailhead located at the end of Falling Star Ave in Thousand Oaks. The trailhead is a little hidden. It's located off to the right at the end of a cul-de-sac. Make your way along the curvy Hidden Meadow Trail. You'll reach a fork where you will need to make a sharp right continuing uphill on Sandstone Hill Trail. After a decent incline, take a left at the fork and continue to head in an uphill direction. The trail eventually dead-ends at a power line transmission tower. From there you will see the arch high up on the mountain. You'll then probably say to yourself, fogettaboutit! But it's actually not as hard as it appears. There's a small path marked by a cairn. You will need to power your way up the hill. The trail is well-marked but really overgrown with tall dry brush. When you get to the top head left. The trail will lead you to the backside of the arch. Be sure to spend some time reading the short messages and view the various trinkets left by behind by people. Relax in the cool shade. Climb on top of the arch and appreciate the views. I really liked the inspirational message someone wrote. "Hope you find your peace and enjoy the beauty of your surroundings...Push through the pokey brush and trust your instincts carving a path."

This is a difficult hike but worth it for the views. Lots cool rock features and several caves near…read moreby with cliffs that overlook the surrounding cities.