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High Heat — Plan Around It
Start by 7am. Carry 3+ liters. Avoid exposed ridgelines after 10am. Watch for heat exhaustion.
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91°
Scattered Clouds
Feels 95°F
💨 Wind
7 mph SW
Gusts to 5 mph
👁 Visibility
6.2 mi
Good visibility
☁️ Cloud Cover
37%
Partly cloudy
🌅 Sunrise
6:01 am
Ideal start time
🌇 Sunset
8:01 pm
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Today — 3-Hour Intervals
5 pm
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91°
Feels 95°
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8 pm
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87°
Feels 90°
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11 pm
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80°
Feels 80°
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5-Day Forecast
💧 Humidity
48% Comfortable
👁 Visibility
6.2 mi — Good visibility
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37% Partly cloudy
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Warm & Humid — Extra Water
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Sun, Jul 26
Broken Clouds
💧 Humidity
78% High humidity — pace yourself
👁 Visibility
6.2 mi — Good visibility
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73% Mostly cloudy
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Good Conditions — Go Hike
💧 Humidity
83% High humidity — pace yourself
👁 Visibility
6.2 mi — Good visibility
☁️ Clouds
19% Clear — full sun exposure
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Warm & Humid — Extra Water
💧 Humidity
80% High humidity — pace yourself
👁 Visibility
6.2 mi — Good visibility
☁️ Clouds
2% Clear — full sun exposure
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Warm & Humid — Extra Water
💧 Humidity
88% High humidity — pace yourself
👁 Visibility
6.2 mi — Good visibility
☁️ Clouds
4% Clear — full sun exposure
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Warm & Humid — Extra Water
Trailhead elevation only. Conditions change at altitude. Check weather.gov before heading out.
Jul 25, 3:57 pm
A cultural and ecological centerpiece of the coastal range — rolling oak savannahs leading to the volcanic Rock Pool gorge and the iconic outdoor filming location of the M*A*S*H television series.
Trail Overview
Malibu Creek is one of the most interesting easy hikes in Southern California. The Rock Pool is a genuine volcanic gorge with cliff jumping, old army props from decades of film production, and one of the most beautiful valley settings in the range. The MASH site has original rusted vehicles from the production but the set itself burned in the 2018 Woolsey Fire. Dog-friendly throughout.
This Hike Is For You If…
Everyone. Families, beginners, dog owners, film location enthusiasts, nature photographers.
Skip This Hike If…
Skip if parking fees are a problem — the lot is $8 and there is no free alternative close by.
What to Expect on Trail
Terrain: Wide flat fire road with gentle rolling terrain. No technical sections.
Shade: Partial
Water: Seasonal. Malibu Creek seasonal. Rock Pool year-round. Do not drink without filtering.
Views: Good
Crowds: One of most visited parks in the Santa Monicas. Weekday mornings best.
Dogs: Yes, dogs are welcome on this trail.
Best Arrival: Before 8:30am on weekends to secure main lot parking.
This is a Tier 1 sourced review. Trail information is based on published sources and research. Andrew has not personally hiked this trail yet. Photos and firsthand sensory detail will be added when upgraded to Tier 2.
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4.8 miRound Trip
300 ftElev. Gain
EasyDifficulty
2-3 hoursEst. Time
900 ftHighest Point
Out-and-BackRoute Type
YesDogs
NonePermit
Trailhead & Logistics
Address: Malibu Creek State Park, Las Virgenes Road, Calabasas, CA 91302
Parking: $8 parking fee at main lot. Fills by 9am on weekends. Overflow parking on Las Virgenes Road. Restrooms at trailhead.
Bathroom: Flush Toilets
Cell Service: Partial
Best Arrival: Before 8:30am on weekends to secure main lot parking.
Trail Reality Check
Malibu Creek is one of the most interesting easy hikes in Southern California. The Rock Pool is a genuine volcanic gorge with cliff jumping, old army props from decades of film production, and one of the most beautiful valley settings in the range. The MASH site has original rusted vehicles from the production but the set itself burned in the 2018 Woolsey Fire. Dog-friendly throughout.
Terrain: Wide flat fire road with gentle rolling terrain. No technical sections.
Shade: Partial
Water: Seasonal — Malibu Creek seasonal. Rock Pool year-round. Do not drink without filtering.
Views: Good
Crowds: Very Busy — One of most visited parks in the Santa Monicas. Weekday mornings best.
Who should do this: Everyone. Families, beginners, dog owners, film location enthusiasts, nature photographers.
Who should skip this: Skip if parking fees are a problem — the lot is $8 and there is no free alternative close by.
