Kayaking in Marina Del Rey
Simply to test out how cool California is, I hiked up to the Hollywood sign in the morning and hit the seas by noon! Marina Del Rey is about 20-40 minutes from downtown Los Angeles depending on traffic. From the starting canal, the marina opened up to waters filled with sailboats, fishing boats, condos, and waterfront shops.
Sturtevant Falls - The Best Hike Near Los Angeles
Who knew that a gorgeous 50-foot waterfall existed within 30 minutes of LA? This girl! Sturtevant Falls was my favorite hiking discovery when I moved to Los Angeles. I was pleasantly surprised that I didn’t have to drive hours or spend an entire day hiking to find it! Chantry Flats is just north of Pasadena.
Hiking La Jolla Valley to Point Mugu
Point Mugu is one of the best hikes in Malibu, California. It runs through La Jolla Valley and ends at Point Mugu State Park. Just beware of the Malibu mountain lions!