Temescal Canyon Loop

The largest urban park in the world, the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, is home to some of the best hiking spots in LA. Visitors to the park can camp, rock-climb, mountain-bike, horseback-ride and more while taking in ocean views on LA’s Westside.
Venture out on coastal hikes in LA among historic ranches and native California wildlife in the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area’s sprawling 154,000 acres (62,000 hectares). Its many trailheads are easily accessible from the city, and most have free parking with no admission fee, making these hikes an invaluable outdoor resource for both travelers and Westside locals.
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