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The primary visitor's center for the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. California State Parks and the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy share use with the National Park Service at this site. A trail spur connecting to the Backbone Trail terminates at this location.
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Made up of land once owned by Bob Hope, Ronald Reagan, and 20th Century Fox, this park was used for the filming of many famous movies and TV shows, including the 1960s classics Doctor Dolitte and Planet of the Apes, and the 1970s-80s TV series M*A*S*H. A trail that leads along Malibu Creek brings hikers to the Rock Pool, a swimming and diving spot which is surrounded by high cliffs popular with rock climbers, scenic Century Lake, and the remains of the M*A*S*H set, which were badly damaged by a wildfire but still contains a few relics. Horseback riding, mountain biking, and camping are popular activities here. Rangers are on staff during the weekends to answer questions and help you find your way around.
M*A*S*H Camp
A short, moderately strenuous hike through Malibu Creek State Park, skirting Century Lake. The remains of the filming location and sets from the 1970s television program M*A*S*H can still be seen today, slowly being reclaimed by the elements.
Paramount Studios constructed the ranch as a filming location during the golden age of Hollywood, but it fell into disrepair with the changing times and ownership. The National Park Service acquired the site in 1980 and began a facelift of the facility. The revitalized site was used for the filming of the television series Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman from 1992 to 1997, and it is still in use for occasional filming in the present day.
Offers horseback rides in the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. Zuma Canyon, Paramount Ranch, and Malibu Canyon rides are available.
Located at the head of Encinal and Trancas Canyons, visitors here can enjoy a day on the links surrounded by mountain ridges and natural chaparral.