About This Event
This is an evening hike from the Trippet Ranch in Topanga State Park to the Parker Mesa Overlook. The first section of the trail meanders through a lovely oak grove with lush green grass. Above Trippet Ranch, the trail traverses the ridgeline between Topanga and Santa Ynez Canyons, with views of giant sandstone slabs and the ocean peaking out between the folds of the mountains.
Perched high above the Palisades and Malibu, the vista from the Parker Mesa Overlook is stunning. As you watch the sunset, you can see all of the LA basin laid out before you, the San Gabriel Mountains to the north, Catalina Island to the south, and the crescent shaped coastline of Santa Monica to the east.
It will take some work to get there. The hike is 7 miles round trip with a 400' elevation gain with a few.ups and downs. Active beginners should do ok. Bring snacks, we will have a bite to eat at the top.
DIRECTIONS: From the Ventura Freeway (101), exit at Topanga Canyon Boulevard, drive south over the crest of the mountains and proceed three miles to Entrada Road and turn left. Keep to the left at every opportunity until you reach the park's main parking lot (about one mile)
From Pacific Coast Highway, travel north on Topanga Canyon Boulevard, pass the post office at the center of "town," then turn right on Entrada Road.
Parking is $5.00 (exact change) in Park. There is some street parking on Entrada a several yards before the gate.
Bring at least 1 qt of water, food, camera and an optional flashlight.
