Hiking · Geology and views · Topanga State Park

Trippet Ranch to Eagle Rock

A chaparral and oak-country hike from Trippet Ranch to a prominent sandstone outcrop with panoramic Santa Monica Mountains views.

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Panorama from Viewpoint Trail in Topanga State Park
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Before you go

Post-fire restrictions remain possible. California State Parks listed the park open with reduced services on 2026-09-15; use only posted open routes and obey all closure signs.

Time needed
2–3 hrs
Distance
4.5 mi
Difficulty
Moderate
Cost
Fee applies
Booking
Not needed
Where
Los Angeles
The experience

What to expect

A chaparral and oak-country hike from Trippet Ranch to a prominent sandstone outcrop with panoramic Santa Monica Mountains views.

Location
Topanga State Park
Activity
Hiking · Geology and views
Difficulty
Moderate
Cost
State park day-use parking fee may apply
Booking
Not required
Best season
Fall through spring

Conditions and cautions

California State Parks currently lists Topanga State Park as open with reduced services after the Palisades Fire. Access is limited to designated open areas and trails; confirm the Trippet Ranch route on the official page before departure.

Make the plan work

Plan your visit

Check the official source for current access, booking, and conditions. Then use the map and directions to plan your arrival.

Details to check before you go

These fields are part of the full listing standard and are not filled in for this adventure. Rather than guess at them, we are naming the gap — check the official source above for anything here that affects your plan.

  • Exact parking fee
  • Restrooms
  • Water availability
  • Dog policy