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Solstice Canyon
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Solstice Canyon is a trail in Malibu that takes you through the stunning Santa Monica mountains. You'll enjoy gorgeous vistas, including of the nearby ocean, and will come across a variety of plants... Read More
Solstice Canyon is a trail in Malibu that takes you through the stunning Santa Monica mountains. You'll enjoy gorgeous vistas, including of the nearby ocean, and will come across a variety of plants and foliage. Solstice Canyon is also famous for its waterfall which can be hiked to, the only year-round waterfall in the Santa Monica Mountains. The full Solstice Canyon hike is six miles long, though shorter variations can be done. Solstice Canyon is also full of history, including a stone cottage that can be seen from the trail that dates back to 1865. The Chumash tribe also lived on this land in the past.
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Address:
Solstice Canyon
Malibu, CA
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Jenny Peters
Los Angeles Local Expert
- Malibu's Best Attractions: "Arrive early to avoid the crowds, especially on weekends, as Solstice Canyon is a popular hiking trail."
- Best for Malibu's Best Attractions Because: Solstice Canyon is a hiking trail that provides gorgeous views of Malibu as you hike through the Santa Monica mountains.
