Exploring Los Angeles' great outdoors doesn't have to cost a lot of money. In fact, a day on the trails or at the beach is much less expensive than a day at an amusement park. And yet I'm willing to guess that more SoCal residents have season passes to Disneyland than to the California State Parks. Why not become an annual pass holder to the outdoors instead? These annual … [Read more...]
The Bronson Caves in Griffith Park
Adults might know it as the "Batcave" from the 1960s campy television series, Batman. And kids might get a thrill out of exploring a cave in the heart of Los Angeles. But while the Bronson Caves in Griffith Park are still a popular shooting location for films and television shows, you won't find either bats or Batman's secret lair here. What you will discover, however, is … [Read more...]
Los Angeles Holiday Tradition: LA Zoo Lights
Longtime L.A. residents may remember the DWP Holiday Light Festival, a free event held each year in Griffith Park. It had become somewhat of a holiday tradition for our family before it closed down in 2009, never to return. The Los Angeles Zoo is hoping to create a new holiday tradition for families with its LA Zoo Lights display. The self-guided walking tour takes visitors … [Read more...]
5 Fun Things for Families to Do at the Los Angeles Zoo
The Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens is our “home” zoo. It’s where we go most often to get our fix of wild animals such as giraffes, elephants and gorillas. The 133-acre zoo is home to a diverse collection of more than 1,000 animals representing 250 different species, many of which are rare or endangered. Its grounds also feature a botanical collection of more than 800 … [Read more...]
10 Family Friendly Winter Nature Outings in Los Angeles
No, Los Angeles winters don’t feature any snow. And subzero temperatures? Forgetaboutit. You’ll have to deal with (mostly) sunny skies and moderate 60-degree weather instead. Not to worry – Los Angeles does have its share of uniquely winter fun, much of it outdoors. Here are 10 family friendly winter nature outings in Los Angeles worth checking out. 1. Play in the … [Read more...]