Upper Las Virgenes Canyon Open Space Preserve

mike ahmadi

One of the best hiking trails in this area. Just be careful where you put your feet 🐍🐍🐍

Katie Pope

Absolutely amazing views in all directions. Lots of trails to explore, not crowded at all. Take plenty of water and wear sunscreen on sunny days. Huge parking lot and tons of street parking near trailhead.

Shahin Sheriat

Beautiful and endless vast trail park with some authentic mountain/hills, looks like wild west in summer. There some difficult hills to climb and many easy paths, suitable for families as well. Not touristy

Leslie Spenceer-Snider

The true native landscape of California that brought so many ranchers who wanted to build large herds is reflected in the beautiful native grasses and clusters of scrub oak here. The trail system is mostly very nice but a few trails have more than a 20% grade which is reflected in the washed-out conditions of the path. There are several choices for Vista views but focus on what's right in front of you with the local flora and fauna. The bird observation is great and if you settle in a spot, you will see a few reptiles. Be sure to bring plenty of water as there's not a lot of shade and you will dehydrate quickly. Sadly, like many areas for hiking in California, the highlight of a cave is greatly diminished with the tagging and trash around the cave. Not worth the trek over to see it IMO. However, unlike some other trailhead parking lots, this one is clean and fairly well maintained. Probably because of the parking fee (miniscule $ amount and well worth it if it keeps the areas clean) and possibly a good volunteer effort. Many hikers skipped the fees and parked down the hill in the neighborhood. Too bad they can't see the value of supporting an area. Also, this is a great location to hike with your dog but keep in mind that most owners seem to think leashes are an unnecessary accessory as none of the dogs were attached to the owners as far as I could see.