Exploring Nature in Calabasas, California

• Day 1: Malibu Creek State Park – Hike through the Santa Monica Mountains and enjoy the panoramic views of canyons, creeks and rock pools. The park is also home to the famous M*A*S*H TV show set.
  
  
• Day 2: Topanga State Park – Embark on an adventure and explore the largest State Park in Los Angeles. Hike through the rolling hills, sandstone cliffs and see amazing views of the Pacific Ocean.
  
  
• Day 3: Paramount Ranch – Visit this unique park and walk along the old Western town that served as a set for numerous movies and TV shows. End the day with a hike through the surrounding hills and relax in the open space.
  
  
• Day 4:Santa Monica Mountains Visitor Center – Learn more about the area through the interactive exhibits, check out the views of Malibu and take a nature walk on one of the many trails.
  
  
• Day 5: Point Mugu State Park – Visit this beachfront park and hike along the coastline, see the photogenic sand dune and take advantage of the many picnic areas.
  
  
• Day 6: Malibu Pier – Spend the day at the beach surfing and soaking up the sun. Afterwards, grab a bite to eat at the pier's restaurant which serves a range of fresh seafood options.
  
  
• Day 7: Leonis Adobe Museum – End your trip with a visit to this historic site dating back to 1844. Explore the museum and grounds to learn about the adobe's history and the local area's past.
  
  

Time and Costs Estimates

• Malibu Creek State Park (4 hours, Free)
• Topanga State Park (6 hours, Free)
• Paramount Ranch (3 hours, Free)
• Santa Monica Mountains Visitor Center (2 hours, Free)
• Point Mugu State Park (5 hours, $14 entry fee per car.)
• Malibu Pier (5 hours, Average $15 per meal per person)
• Leonis Adobe Museum (3 hours, Free)

Total Estimated Costs: $29 + meals

Transportation

It's recommended to rent a car or use ride-sharing services for transportation. There are also biking and hiking options for some of the parks. Expect travel times to be around 30-40 minutes between locations.

Useful Tips

If you have less than 7 days, consider visiting only 3-4 locations for a more leisurely trip. However, if you have more time, there are many other nature destinations nearby such as Joshua Tree National Park, Channel Islands National Park, and Griffith Park.

Airports

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the closest major airport to Calabasas, approximately 23 miles away.