Considered the recreational crown jewel of the Santa Monica Mountains, Malibu Creek State Park has over 8,000 acres of rolling tallgrass plains, oak savannahs and dramatic peaks. It's no wonder many call it "The Yosemite of Southern California". 

The park, formerly owned by 20th Century Fox Studios, opened in 1976 and has welcomed millions of visitors since. The stunning terrain here that has been seen all over the world in movies and television awaits you. Come hike, ride, climb and explore L.A.'s most spectacular park!

The Malibu Creek Docents     P.O. Box 4790  West Hills, CA  91308    Contact: Kathy Julian   kathj.33@gmail.com

Website design & admin:    Brian Rooney, R7 Media   310.280.0200    brian.rooney@R7Media.com

For filming & photography:   Ranger Melony Light   818.880.0358   melony.light@parks.ca.gov 

We're celebrating the 50th anniversary of the original "Planet of the Apes" that was shot primarily on the former Fox Ranch, now Malibu Creek State Park. The famous scene here was filmed on the flat pad above the rock climbing wall near the Rock Pool. Go visit!

Malibu Creek State Park was badly damaged in a November 2018 wildfire, but recovery has begun. Please tread lightly and exercise caution when visiting.

See the FUN! Page for a status report of the park's most popular trails