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Temescal Gateway State Park

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Pacific Palisades

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Ranked #4 for sunsets in Pacific Palisades
"Worth it to climb atop Skull Rock! Fun with a group!"(4 Tips)
"The Temescal Ridge Trail is a great for a fan for hiking!"(4 Tips)

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CurbedMarch 20, 2014
Located 1 mile north of the PCH, this park features 141 acres of canyons, incredible views and access to a 20,000-acre region of the Santa Monica Mountains known as the "Big Wild." Read more
Jenny M.January 19, 2015
Gave this hike another try, trails are a bit narrow, wear real hiking shoes. Worth it to climb atop Skull Rock! Fun with a group!
Melinda RickerMarch 14, 2014
Weekends can be busy lots of people trekking through. Weekdays in mornings nice quiet peaceful. I enjoy brisk walks and jogging through the park. Restrooms and drinking fountain.
D'Andre MichaelMarch 25, 2014
Great Hike/Workout. To the ROCK! Better with a group of people. Beautiful views and scenery. will return...
David HeiserJuly 12, 2016
Great views. Nice, moderate difficulty hike you can do in about an hour.
Monica GendyJanuary 6, 2014
Beautiful scenery and great trails. Parking is $7 if you don't want to pay park on sunset blvd for free
@sloaneMarch 18, 2011
I prefer to go up the canyon side and down the ridge. It makes the view last longer! Stay to the right when you hit the trail.
JackJanuary 22, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Hike to Skull Rock. When coming up to the ridge from the water fall, turn right at ridge and go uphill! You can fit through the eye hole!
JessNovember 12, 2014
Beautiful hiking spot with clear views downtown and out over the ocean!
Will TacyAugust 29, 2010
If you're hiking with a dog, be sure to pay attention to the signs. Hike on a trail that is closed to canines and you will be fined. And it's a hefty fine.
John K.February 7, 2011
Rangers go around on busy weekends and do ticket, so don't try to get away with it. Not worth it. Great hikes, beautiful views.
CandyLand !February 18, 2010
Great hike/ workout! Also doesn't smell bad and it's not crowded during the week. Bonus: you can see the ocean while your hiking! Just lovely!
Flula BorgFebruary 14, 2010
The Temescal Ridge Trail is a great for a fan for hiking! It does last 2 hours approximate. Also bring water! Hallo tiny Rabbits on the Trail!
KT LaiJune 18, 2015
Endless trails! Google maps is awesome for showing where you are.
Amy LamMay 8, 2011
Park on the street and walk. Not worth the trip with a dog if you're staying legal. Great hike otherwise - head to Skull Rock.
Claudia GarciaJanuary 27, 2012
The ocean and city views are amazing but the waterfall is more like a drip.
Charles KnolesNovember 23, 2013
Be aware that dogs are only allowed about 1/2 a mile up the trail.
Liz RizzoJuly 22, 2011
Got a $175 ticket in the mail for rolling through a stop sign. They use video tape and bill later. There's a class action suit going on, but in the meantime, it's not from the DMV, so no normal recour
ToryBurchMay 3, 2011
Great morning hikes—with gorgeous views—for all fitness levels.
Lizette TAugust 8, 2013
Be sure to stop at the stop sign got $110 ticket in the mail not related to DMV but somehow they got your info . Video looked sped up. Never ever going here ever. Not worth it.
Jason AvilaApril 16, 2010
Been here 5+ times
Make complete stops at the stop signs - there are cameras and they do mail tickets (so I've heard)
monica silvermanFebruary 18, 2010
Hike it again. Loved the first and only time I've been.
Alex SandarsJanuary 9, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Come midday for bikram hiking.
Alex💨 RoseNovember 11, 2009
Hike to the top of Skull Rock

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