You’ve probably heard of the major state parks in our region, and if you’ve lived here for a while as an outdoors enthusiast, you’ve probably seen them all more than once. But when you really want to become an expert in state parks in Southern California, you’ve got to check out Topanga State Park, which is in the canyons of the Santa Monica Mountains.
The view from Paseo Miramar Trail is so pretty that you’ll stop and stare at the majestic Pacific when you come to it.
Another amazing trail choice in this unique state park is the beautiful Eagle Rock Trail. The pathway is lovely to walk, and the famous Eagle Rock formation is the perfect photo opportunity to memorialize your hiking trip.
The colors are simply unreal, and you’ll be open-mouthed at the way the colors light up the sky in brilliant hues. There’s no better way to end of the day than gazing out at the natural beauty of an idyllic place like Topanga State Park.
Once in a while, you get to see an extra-special sunset that completely takes over the entire sky. You won’t want it to end!
Another great trail in this park is Skull Rock Loop, known for its incredible ocean views. It’s about four miles long and takes almost 2 and a half hours to walk. There is excellent bird watching here as well as the perfect trails for hiking and biking.
The famed Skull Rock itself is, of course, a major draw of this path. When you see a person on it, you’ll really be able to get a sense of how giant this rock is.
Topanga State Park is an amazing place to go hiking in Southern California. It’s easy to find if you’re on the coast, and the entire park is located within Los Angeles city limits, so it’s nice and convenient as a getaway from big city life. Which trail is your favorite at Topanga State Park?
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