Hike Description:
General Information: Fourteen-mile Malibu Creek is the principal watercourse of the Santa Monica Mountains that ends at Malibu Lagoon. . Following the trail along Malibu Creek, the visitor will be treated to spectacular vistas, including volcanic rock gorges, scenic pools, and breathtaking views of the Las Virgenes Valley and Malibu Canyon.
The trail is mostly flat open road with 300-400 feet of elevation change. The main hike is a loop of about 3.5 miles and there is an additional loop to Rock Pool (adding about .5 a mile of distance) with a tad more uneven trail. We are offering an additional loop to visit the Mott Adobe Ruins with a choice of trails (that would add about 1.5 more miles to the total hike) for those who wish a bit more exercise.
Culturally, this area was the center of Chumash Native American life for centuries. One of the park's most significant points of interest is the Sepulveda Adobe, which was constructed in 1863 on what had been part of an early Spanish land grant. This historic structure was restored in 2003, but unfortunately was destroyed in the 2018 Woolsey fire. In the early 1900's another adobe was built along Malibu Creek by Johnny Mott, a famous LA attorney. With only the dramatic stone fireplace left standing, it is known today as the Mott Adobe ruins.
Location: The park is located four miles south of Highway 101, Just past the intersection of Las Virgenes/Malibu Canyon Road.
1925 Las Virgenes Road, Calabasas, CA 91302
Where to Meet: Main Parking area about .25 miles from the entrance to Malibu Creek State Park. There are restrooms and a vending machine (!?) available there. The trail head is adjacent to this parking area.
When: Monday June 17, 2024 at 9:30 am
What to Bring: Dress in weather appropriate layered clothing, water, a hat, sunscreen. Snacks or picnic lunch for afterwards, there is no food nearby.
FYI, Sorry but no dogs are permitted in this state park.
Restrooms: Available at the main Parking area near the trailhead.
Parking: You can pay in cash at the park's entrance or by credit card at the parking area. (If you pay in cash, please bring exact amount.)
- (HINT-there is a senior discount-but you have to ask for it!)
- All day $12.00 per car, per day
- 3 hrs – $9.00 per car
- 2 hrs – $6.00 per car
How to get there:
- From the 101 exit on Las Virgenes Road.
- Go south on Las Virgenes Road (toward the ocean)
- Continue straight.
- Park entrance will be on the right, a little past the Mullholland Drive intersection.
Registration: There is no cost for this hike. But you MUST include the name of your emergency contact and their phone number. AND the same information for any guests you invite.
Not a UCLA RA member? Join now to participate. www.retirees.ucla.edu
Questions: Email ingrid24schmid@gmail.com or
Michael Heafey at heafeymj@gmail.com or call him at (310) 738-8134. Email preferred.
