Nature Spots in Los Angeles worth going out for.

I think in terms of which side of town you're on, because everyone who lives here does.

I keep track of nature spots in Los Angeles and only keep the ones worth going to. Ask me what you're after.

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Top picks

SOAR: Tropical Butterflies

SOAR: Tropical Butterflies

Mon, Sep 21 · 9:00 AM

Palos Verdes Estates

tropical butterfly habitat exhibit

iNat Together: Bioblitz of Hopkins Wilderness Park

iNat Together: Bioblitz of Hopkins Wilderness Park One-time only

Sun, Sep 27 · 10:00 AM

South Redondo

community science nature walk

LAAS Star Party

LAAS Star Party

Sat, Oct 3 · 7:00 PM

Mt Wilson

free public stargazing

Night Hike

Night Hike

Sat, Oct 10 · 6:30 PM

Windsong

nocturnal wildlife and nature

Enchanted Forest of Light

Enchanted Forest of Light

Sun, Nov 22 · 5:30 PM

La Cañada Flintridge

Botanical garden light show

Malibu Pier

Malibu Pier

Malibu

Surf watching & brunch

Bluff Cove Trail

Bluff Cove Trail

Palos Verdes Estates

Coastal walk with shipwreck

Mount Baden-Powell

Mount Baden-Powell

91702

High-altitude PCT conditioning hike

Storrier Stearns Japanese Garden

Storrier Stearns Japanese Garden

South Arroyo

historic residential garden oasis

San Ramon Reserve

San Ramon Reserve

Rancho Palos Verdes

Coastal switchbacks & trails

Not everyone knows about these

High Tower Elevator Association

High Tower Elevator Association

Hollywood Hills

Historic hilltop elevator

Westridge-Canyonback Wilderness Park

Westridge-Canyonback Wilderness Park

Encino

Off-leash dog hiking paradise

Sanchez Produce

Sanchez Produce

Canyon Country

Family farm & fall blooms

Kenter Trailhead

Kenter Trailhead

Brentwood

Ocean-view fire road hike

Hancock Park

Hancock Park

Mid-Wilshire

Prehistoric park & museums

TreePeople

TreePeople

Studio City

Nonprofit park & trails

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Frequently asked questions

How are these nature spots in Los Angeles chosen?

I go through what's actually on nearby and keep only the ones worth the trip. Nobody pays to be on this list.

Is everything here still happening?

Yes. If it's on the list, it's still on — anything that's finished drops off by itself.

How do I find something that suits me?

Open the map and tell me what you're after — a good terrace, somewhere that works with kids, something on tonight. I'll answer and narrow it down with you.

Do I need an account?

No, everything here is browsable without one. An account is how I learn your taste, your people and your saves, so what I show you keeps getting closer to what you'd actually go to. You can also have ideas sent to you by email or message if you want them.

Is it free?

Yes, completely.

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