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Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area
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- Designation
- National Recreation Area
- State
- CA
- Park address
- Calabasas, CA
- Entrance fee
- No entrance feeNPS data as of 2026-08-25
- Camping
- 1 campground listed by NPS
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Nearby ParkQwest Places
- Channel Islands National ParkNational Park · Approximately 38 miles away (straight line)
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- Joshua Tree National ParkNational Park · Approximately 165 miles away (straight line)
- Sequoia National ParkNational Park · Approximately 165 miles away (straight line)
- Manzanar National Historic SiteNational Historic Site · Approximately 185 miles away (straight line)
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Notes
Designation Date: 11/10/1978
The Santa Monica Mountains offer easy access to surprisingly wild places. Experience the famous beaches of Malibu or explore more than 500 miles of trails. The park abounds with historical and cultural sites, from old movie ranches to Native American centers. What will you and your family discover?
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Park agencies establish coordinated closure protocol for red flag warnings
Park agencies establish coordinated closure protocol for red flag warnings NPS News Release · Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area · 10/14/2026 Depar…
Park Closures due to Red Flag Warning, Thursday through Saturday, Oct.15-17
Park Closures due to Red Flag Warning, Thursday through Saturday, Oct.15-17 Park Alert · Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area · 10/14/2026 Parks with…