Leo Carrillo SB I’m not going to lie to you: Living less than 30 minutes from Malibu is definitely a perk of life in L.A. – especially if you even remotely enjoy spending time outside. At just 27 miles long and 8 miles wide, Malibu is packed with something for everyone – including beaches, hiking, surfing, swimming, camping and more. There’s certainly no bad time … [Read more...]
10 Places to Explore Nature in Los Angeles This Winter
Shortly after I started this blog some 2+ years ago, I wrote a post about the best spots in Los Angeles for winter outdoor fun. We’ve explored a lot more places since then, so I figured an updated version was in order. BEACHES & TIDE POOLS Beaches are overlooked (read: empty) during winter. Bring a jacket – and maybe a kite – and take advantage of having the place … [Read more...]
Field Report Friday: Legacy Park
We’d been to nearby Malibu Lagoon State Beach several times, yet had no idea Legacy Park was right across the highway. It makes for a great addition to a day exploring the beach. The 15-acre Legacy Park is a sort of central park in the heart of Malibu. There’s a flat path that meanders through the park, which features four important native coastal habitats – coastal … [Read more...]
Field Report Friday: Paradise Cove
Paradise Cove holds a special place in my heart; it’s where the hubby and I got married some 10+ years back. Unbelievably, this was the first time we managed to take the kids out to see our special spot. Nestled in the heart of Malibu, Paradise Cove consists of a private beach and the thriving Paradise Beach Café. Our pre-kids MO was to enjoy lunch at the Café, then stroll … [Read more...]
5 Great Places for a Christmas Day Hike in Los Angeles
All month, I’ve been sharing ways to make time in nature part of your holiday traditions. I hope you’ll end on a high note: with a Christmas Day family hike. Last year we enjoyed a day-after Christmas hike and it was the perfect antidote to the hustle and bustle of the holiday stress. It offered us a chance to reconnect with each other away from the house and the … [Read more...]