Experience Nature in Calabasas, California in 5 Days

• Day 1 - Malibu Creek State Park: Hike the Rock Pool Trail and see the beautiful landscapes featured in popular movies and TV shows. Don't forget to bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the picturesque views at Century Lake.
• Day 2 - Topanga State Park: Explore the park's trails and witness the breathtaking views of the Santa Monica Mountains. Take a break and visit The Topanga Canyon Gallery to see local art and meet artists.
• Day 3 - TreePeople Park: Take a guided tour to learn about protecting the environment and explore the park's trails. Afterward, visit the Learning Garden and learn about sustainable gardening methods.
• Day 4 - Malibu Lagoon State Beach: Take a surfing lesson and ride the waves or take a relaxing stroll and spot birds at the lagoon. Afterward, visit the Malibu Country Mart and enjoy some shopping and dining.
• Day 5 - Head to Las Virgenes View Park: Go on a guided hike to see the stunning panoramic views of the Santa Monica Mountains and the surrounding valley. After the hike, head to Gelson's Market and shop for local produce to enjoy a picnic lunch on-site.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Malibu Creek State Park (4 hours, free entrance)
• Topanga State Park (2-4 hours, free entrance)
• TreePeople Park (2-4 hours, free guided tours or $5-$10 for self-guided tours)
• Malibu Lagoon State Beach (2-4 hours, $3 park entrance)
• Las Virgenes View Park (2-4 hours, free entrance)
Total Estimated Costs: $3-$10

Transportation

Calabasas has excellent transportation services, and visitors can easily take public transportation to all the locations on this itinerary. For visitors with cars, the suggested total driving distance is approximately 52 miles with a driving time of about 1 hour and 12 minutes. Car rental options are available at the Los Angeles International Airport.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, visit Malibu Pier and enjoy longer hikes at the parks. For foodies, check out the Santa Monica Mountains Restaurant Tour. For less time, combine the Malibu Creek and Las Virgenes View Park hike on the same day.

Airports

The closest airport to Calabasas is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), located 38.3 miles southeast of the city center.