Outdoors
Your guide to the SM Mountains
Hikes & Events happening daily
Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area
Make the most of your OUTDOORS experience in the Santa Monica Mountains. Read More to link to the events calendar and search for National Park Service programs in the recreation area near you.
Culture in the Canyon presents
Tuesday, May 21, 7:30pm
Temescal Gateway Park , 15601 W Sunset Blvd, Pacific Palisades
Program FREE
There is an unsung hero right here in the midst of the Los Angeles area. As a female leader in an uprising, her story is remarkably like Joan of Arc’s. Her name is Toypurina and she was a Kizh/Gabrieleno Indian. Learn more about this woman unique to Native American and American history.
Hike to Topanga Banjo Festival
Sunday, May 19, 9 am
Meet At: Temescal Gateway Park parking lot, Pacific Palisades
From Malibu Creek State Park we will hike about three miles to Paramount Ranch and join the festivities at the Banjo and Fiddle Contest. Admission is $16.00, $11.00 for seniors.
Crescent Bay Park
Saturday, May 18, 7 am
Crescent Bay Park, 100 Bicknell Ave, Santa Monica
5th Annual Walk To Africa sending life giving medical teams to Africa. Join us for the 4 or 8 mile Walk-A-Thon through scenic Santa Monica and raise money to help save children suffering from poverty and disease. Register at walktoafrica.com 2 Mile Children’s Walk and Family Fun Zone with live band, games and prizes afterwards.
Franklin Canyon
Saturday, June 9, 8 am
Sooky Goldman Nature Center, Franklin Canyon Park, 2600 Franklin Canyon Dr, Beverly Hills
A good photograph uses technique, composition, and being in the right place at the right time. We can provide a stunning setting, while Volunteer Naturalist Renata can help with the rest. Bring your camera.
