On occasion we feature activities to do outside of the office for those much needed breaks.
This trail is really in Pacific Palisades but Malibu always commands extra attention ;).
If you are looking for the perfect hike with ocean views, on an overcast day, take advantage of the Paseo Miramar Hiking Trail.
Why the Paseo Miramar Hiking Trail?
Parking: You can find parking much closer to the start of the trail (A nearly hidden entrance near the big white house in the culdesac, more directions later)
Views: You can see the ocean specifically Malibu and Santa Monica further south
Proximity: This hike is located above the Getty Villa and near Malibu to grab a bite to eat.
Photography: Bring your camera, a cell phone works too. You will want to snap a few photos along the way
Nature: Watch out for the little guys, especially on an overcast day, they like to lay on the hot rocks to keep warm
What To Bring?
*Pack accordingly to how far you will execute the hike and how long you will be out there
Water
Proper Shoes - if you don't have hiking shoes bring exercise shoes
Sunscreen
Trail snacks
Cell phone
A buddy- because it's nice to chat with someone along the way
Directions to Paseo Miramar Trailhead (Topanga Canyon Hike):
We tried to use Google Maps and it was not working, we were miss-directed a few times. Thankfully we came across this website, GoHikeIt.com, when doing rearch on local Los Angeles hikes with ocean views.
From Hollywood/Beverly Hills:
1-405 S
1-10 W exit toward Santa Monica
Merge onto I-10
Continue onto CA-1 N/E Pacific Coast Hwy
Sharp right onto W Sunset Blvd
Sharp left onto Paseo Miramar
Turn right onto Resolano Dr.
Take the 1st right onto Paseo Miramar
From Orange County:
I-5 N toward Los Angeles
ext toward the Interstart 10 W/ Santa Monica Freeway/Santa Monica
Merge onto CA-60 W
Merge onto 1-10
Continue onto CA-1 N/E Pacific Coast Hwy
Sharp right onto W. Sunset Blvd
Shar left onto Paseo Miramar
Turn right onto Resolano Dr
For more tips and information on this hike, please visit GoHikeIt.com
