"Jessie " lifeguard at Castaic Lake was exceptionally helpful and professional. He assisted my…read morehusband with trailering our boat at Castaic Lake and gave us clear directions to the showers and Aquatic Center beach area . We were on the west side of Lake . "Jessie"was super friendly and made our experience very pleasant. Thank you, Jessie. We were able to locate the showers on the aquatic center and it felt wonderful , being on the boat all day We actually had a blast getting clean for our drive home. What really impressed my family and I was Casta Lake had lifeguards on the water that frequently checked on us being available.

Everything went great at this place Well, organized and…read moreclean friendly atmosphere. All the best to management & crew.

When you're ending the year 2025 with a hiking adventure. Let's begin this banger review…read more Whitney Canyon Park is a 442-acre park known for its diverse trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding, featuring oak woodlands, chaparral, and riparian areas with seasonal waterfalls. It is located next to the freeway in Santa Clarita. I have been eyeing this trail/park for months and I am glad I crossed this on my All trails hiking list. I came on a late Monday morning and it was bloody windy (~45 mph) with a cool temp of 64 degrees. This park has multiple trials including Elsmere Trail. WCP has a wide track trail through a canyon that was known for oil drilling and ranching some of its remnants are still visible. Its trail has little to no tree shade but the trailhead was kept clear. I have seen some hikers (family and kids) and bikers along the way; most are friendly and nice. Parking lot is huge with no shades. Trash bins are available. Overall, it's a nice easy park to go hiking. I recommend it.

A friend took me to Whitney Canyon Waterfall today, and wow what an adventure. The hike is…read moremoderate, about 3.5 miles, and parking is free. Reaching the waterfall is not for the faint of heart. You climb uphill, descend back down, reach a small waterfall, and then go through it to finally arrive at Whitney Waterfall. It's a bit sketchy, definitely thrilling, and absolutely worth it but only if you're prepared. Hiking shoes are a must. This trail is not recommended for kids or beginner hikers due to steep and slippery sections. It was 48 degrees and freezing cold today, so check the weather before you go and layer up. Also, there are no restrooms, so plan ahead. If you're looking for a raw, adventurous hike with a rewarding waterfall at the end, this one delivers.

Molhulland Drive, California…read more If you're looking for a chill, romantic drive, Mulholland Drive is a great pick!!! The views are beautiful, especially in the spring and fall when everything is green and wildflowers are blooming. The road winds through the hills, so you get nonstop scenic views. Driving with the top down and the wind in your hair makes it even better ~ super relaxing and enjoyable. It's the kind of drive where you just take it slow and enjoy the ride. There are several lookout spots where you can pull over, catch an amazing sunset, and later see Hollywood and San Fernando Valley city lights at night. Plus, there are plenty of spots perfect for Instagram ~ worthy photos. Definitely worth the drive.

Mulholland Drive is one of those famous roads built a hundred years ago just to show off the…read moreamazing views of the city and the valley. I first drove up there way back in the early 90s, and I remember being totally blown away by how big Los Angeles looked from up high. I have been back plenty of times since then, and that twisty drive along the top of the hills honestly never gets old. It is a great place to just cruise around, especially when you pull over at the dirt patches to look down at the city lights. Even though the world down below has changed a lot, driving that road still feels exactly the same as it did on my first trip.

I use to go to castaic lake as kid and now recently been there twice in the last month and man have…read morewe been missing out not going more especially with the kids. Its 15 to get in which is not bad at all! The kids get to swim in the lake and we get to chill. Its super relaxing. Everything is very clean and everyone that works there are super nice including the life guards which are doing a great job keep everyone safe. If you want to have a nice day with the family I highly recommend castaic lake. We literally played football for hours in the sand it was so much fun we had 2 canopy set up and brought some food and drinks with us you can also grill there which is awesome Definitely will be doing that next time.

I went to Castaic Lake recently. It was nice. I walked and hiked by the main lake. I saw vultures…read moreand lots of bees on my visit. The area I explored was off Lake Hughes Rd & Baal Point Rd and led to an abandoned park area.

Malibu Canyon Road, also known as State Route 2, offers a scenic journey through the Santa Monica…read moreMountains, connecting the San Fernando Valley to Malibu. The winding road takes you through rolling hills, towering mountains, and lush canyons, offering captivating views at every turn. Just a word of caution: Be prepared for unpredictable traffic, especially on weekends and holidays. Also be sure to check the weather conditions beforehand, as heavy rain or fog can significantly impact visibility, or even worse, landslides. And another thing to consider, there are limited amenities along the way aside from a few gas stations and trailheads,

Even after 20 years or so first experiencing driving through Malibu Canyon and Malibu Canyon Road,…read moreI still get a thrill going through this area and popping out from this winding narrow pass to the gorgeous views of the mountains surrounding Malibu and the Pacific Ocean. And just the opposite is true, too. I purposely cut off of PCH and head up into this canyon leaving the water views and the open sky to feel the exhilaration of driving through this curvy passage up through this canyon and eventually hitting Lost Hills onto the 101 Freeway. I freaking love it! If you go through here, get out of your car and into any one of the many turnouts available for people like me who just want to take it all in and enjoy the magnitude of the mountain that was cut through to be able to get to the other side. You will either to reach the San Fernando Valley going back south or go down into the Conejo Valley heading north. It's still a breathtaking, awe-inspiring ride through Malibu Canyon to me.

Great quality and quantity fish shrimp and oysters service good great value with family meals. Our…read morego to place for fried fish

I have been catching incredible sunsets here for years. My husband finally experienced Ojai's "pink…read moremoment" for the first time last month. December and January are the best months to catch a spectacular sunset. Highway 150 is one of the most scenic drives in Ventura County, and this viewpoint is a must no matter what time of day. Ojai lies below, surrounded by mountains protected within nature preserves.

Amazing place!! A must Hike!! Come early for good parking…read moreand bring water. It's scenic and beautiful!

A new favorite hike of mine mainly for the destination, not the actual trail. The trail itself is…read moreactually pretty tough even thought it's only 8-10 miles round trip depending on where you start. There are a lot of rocks to walk over, and few river/creek crossing to go through that also have slippery rocks to walk over, and even though the inclines aren't the biggest I've ever done on a hike, the combo of hiking through rocks and sandy parts of the trail can wear you down throughout the hike so it gets more challenging as you go on. To stay on the trail without wandering over to the nearby dry creek keep an eye out for the pink paintball shots and white and black arrows pointing you to the right direction. Also the All Trails app map worked great in offline mode to stay on track with the path. As tiring as this hike was the water fall and punch bowl areas absolutely made this hike worth it. The only downside to the hike are the people that come due to the popularity of the trail and leave their trash and water bottles all over the place. Besides that this should be a buck list hiking spot for anyone that loves hiking adventures.

Beautiful scenery! Really cold at night. Great drive great place to watch the sunset.read more

Picture this...crystal clear skies, light breeze, temps in the mid 70's --si ply gorgeous weather…read more Climb the stairs and on one side looking out one can see the Hollywood Bowl and beyond, turn ever so slightly left and there's the Griffith Park observatory, continue turning to the left and you'll see Burbank and the San Fernando valley below. The LA Philharmonic was warming up in the Bowl while we were there so add that to the wonder of the moment! All this and it's free! And luckier still, we got one of the seven parking slots in the little lot. Yes, you gotta go! Remember your camera/phone. And by the way if you attempt to check in while there, just be aware, it may not be possible.

"The Bear" is used by the local firefighters for conditioning. From the trailhead to the water…read moretank, the record I'm told for completion is about 16 minutes for a little more than a mile. Since my first visit back in 2014 till now, the trail has really gone through the wringer from being ravaged by the elements. Burnt trees left over from previous wildfires as well as dips and ditches caused by runoff from heavy rain. The firefighters maintain the trail to an extent, but at its current state there is still work to be done. With that said, if it's a challenge you're looking for, then you've come to the right place. The sharp inclines and loose dirt make the ascension treacherous, but all the more satisfying. On the last visit, the foggy skies were leveled with one of the few false summits, literally heads in the clouds. The sunset off to the distance made for beautiful views of the city down below, and the wildflowers along the way were not only plentiful, but varied, including lupins, poppies, and buttercups. After reaching the water tank, we made a quick stop at the fire station before heading down. On the backside of "The Bear" to put it kindly, fallen trees, narrow paths, and poison oak makes this leg of the trip almost as daunting as the uphill. Where there used to be a bridge there's now a chasm that one must trek down and up before being back on the trail. In another instance, a fallen log was repurposed as a bridge for those brave enough to cross. Branches that used to grow out along mountain have been chainsawed, old shrubs swept out of the way. Despite all that, the views coming down were wonderful to take in, making it a calming stroll back down. Recommended for the bold and seasoned folks.

Great spot just did it, no one around Went up to water…read moretower ,in the beginning of hike go right !instead of left it keeps you on ridge of mountain, I absolutely love this hike

A great park at the north end of San Fernando Valley. So many areas to spread out and enjoy…read more O'Melvany is listed as the second-largest public park in Los Angeles(behind Griffith Park), but still seems a pretty good secret, for the most part. On any given day you may see dogs playing, or training in social skills, exercise classes, families picnicking and kids running around. BUT ALSO BE ON THE LOOKOUT FOR WILDLIFE! Coyotes and mountain lions are very common, as are rattle snakes. But also bunnies, squirrels and an array of birds, for those who take the time to stop, listen, and try to identify. There is not a playground at this large park. Instead, the draw is toward it's many, well marked, hiking trails. This use to be John O'Melvany's ranch, until he deeded the land to Los Angeles(1976), with specifics for it to be used as a park. You'll still see orchards of grapefruit as you enter, with signs requesting you not remove the fruit from the area. The fruit has not been properly tended to in decades, so it's not really yummy grapefruit, but on occasion you'll see some people plucking and tasting to quell their curiosity. Mainly, to avoid the spread of fruit flies, the city requests that the yellow spheres be left in place. BUT OH THE AROMA OF THE FLOWERS FROM THESE TREES! And so many happy bees flitting about. Quite nice. This is also a park that allows access for equestrians. A very large dirt area for trailers to park and horses to be staged and prepped before heading off into the hills on the marked Equestrian Trail. If you do take the time to hike one of the many trails, you'll be rewarded with beautiful view of SFV. If you squint, you can almost imagine what it looked like pre-WWII, before the tract homes welcomed the veterans here. Many beautiful, very old, oak trees, eucalyptus and various maple species, along with a LOT of native shrubbery are found throughout the park and the one large bathroom at the center is well maintained. Hours are dawn to dusk, with gates at both the pedestrian entry and parking lot. Plenty of free parking in the lot and along the street. If you're up for an easy, but fairly long excursion, check out Bee Canyon Park. It starts just across the street from O'Melvany and DOES have a play area for kids. Also, it's trail runs all the way to Balboa. Cheers! "CC"

Great hiking trail! It is uphill the whole time, so it's a little harder, but take breaks as…read moreneeded. Nice hike to see nature!