Temescal Canyon Park

If you love a good hike, then Temescal Canyon Park In Pacific Palisades CA is a must-visit. It is a beautiful park that features expansive ocean, city and canyon views, old growth oak and sycamore forest, a seasonal stream with waterfalls, and is easily accessible. This hike is perfect for anyone new to hiking or looking for a short, easy hike that provides diverse beauty.

The trail begins adjacent to Temescal Creek and travels along a canyon ridge that offers panoramic views of the Los Angeles basin and the Santa Monica Mountains. This is a popular loop hike that can be done in an hour or less.

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It can be accessed from many places including Temescal Gateway Park (parking fee) or by parking on Sunset Blvd and walking to the trailhead. The trail is about a mile and a half long, with the first 14 of the hike being uphill, so you may need to bring water.

Once you get to the top of the ridge, you can take in the spectacular views of the entire coastal region from Pacific Palisades all the way up to Palos Verdes Peninsula. On a clear day, the views are incredibly stunning and you will not want to miss them.

After a few short switchbacks you will reach a fork in the trail. The trail to the left goes up the ridge, while the trail to the right will go down into the canyon. It is important to note that this trail is not an out and back, so you will need to make your way back to the start of the hike if you wish to complete the loop.

This is a great beginner's hike, and if you have kids, it is also a great place to take them. There are lots of benches and shaded areas, so you can easily stop for a snack or take a break.

You can also see some of the buildings that were once part of the Temescal Canyon Conference and Retreat Center, a Methodist version of the Chautauqua movement from 1922 to 1943. This group specialized in educational programs, music, lectures, elocution, and debates that challenged and encouraged young people to think critically about their lives and the world around them.

A small stream gushes through the canyon until you reach the cliff side, where there is a pretty seasonal cascade. The trail then climbs the cliffside to about the 1.2 mile mark. From here you will see a small bridge over the seasonal creek and waterfall, as well as some great views of the canyon.

Once you are on the cliffside, the trail is very steep, but it has a lot of shaded areas so you can easily stop to relax and enjoy the views. It is important to note that the cliffside is a little bit narrow, so be careful with children or dogs on this section of the trail.