Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area
- Park
- Regional draw
- Agoura Hills
Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area protects a broad network of landscapes and cultural sites west of Los Angeles.
Its trails, chaparral-covered hills and historic places offer many distinct outdoor outings around the Santa Monica Mountains.
Choose a particular entrance and route from current National Park Service maps and alerts; the recreation area is spread across separate properties and communities. The photograph shows the Backbone Trail near Mishe Mokwa, not a view available at every entrance. Check closures, weather and the rules of the land manager for your chosen route, and prepare for exposed terrain and limited water.
Visitor details reviewed October 25, 2026. Check official visitor information for current access, admission, and operating arrangements. View on OpenStreetMap.
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