Trail Map of Solstice Canyon
A moderate hike to a ruined mansion in the Santa Monica Mountains, complete with waterfall!
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Overview
Moderate:
5.9 miles, 1-3 hours
Other Information:
Family Friendly
Dog Friendly
Dog Friendly
Overview:
This is an incredibly picturesque, mostly shaded canyon hike in the Santa Monica Mountains. The Solstice Canyon Trail is a popular, well-maintained route with some spur-trail opportunities for more adventurous travelers.
Some of the highlights include the oldest still-standing stone building in Malibu, a small waterfall and creek, and several ruins - including the ruins of a moderate mansion.
Tips: While the Solstice Canyon Trail is mostly shaded year-round, the Rising Sun and Sostomo Trails are above the canyon floor and often in the full-sun. If it's hot and sunny out, you may not want to attempt those routes.
Parking at the trailhead is free, but limited. Try to get there early if possible.
Dogs are allowed, but must remain on-leash.
Some of the highlights include the oldest still-standing stone building in Malibu, a small waterfall and creek, and several ruins - including the ruins of a moderate mansion.
Tips: While the Solstice Canyon Trail is mostly shaded year-round, the Rising Sun and Sostomo Trails are above the canyon floor and often in the full-sun. If it's hot and sunny out, you may not want to attempt those routes.
Parking at the trailhead is free, but limited. Try to get there early if possible.
Dogs are allowed, but must remain on-leash.
Trailhead
El Nido Junction
Tropical Terrace Ruins
Sostomo Trail Junction
Deer Valley Loop Trail
Meadow
Keller Family Oak
Waterfall
Statuary
Chimney
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