Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area - California
Photo of Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area courtesy NPS
Santa Monica Mountains rise above Los Angeles, widen to meet the curve of Santa Monica Bay and reach their highest peaks facing the ocean, forming a beautiful and multi-faceted landscape. Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area is a cooperative effort that joins federal, state and local park agencies with private preserves and landowners to protect the natural and cultural resources of this transverse mountain range and seashore.
Located in a Mediterranean ecosystem, the Santa Monica Mountains contain a wide variety of plants and wildlife. The mountains also have an interesting and diverse cultural history which begins with the Chumash and Gabrielino/Tongva peoples and continues today in "L.A.'s backyard."The recreation area works with a variety of partners to preserve this unique landscape.You may contact the park at the Visitor Center:(805) 370-2301.Have you visited Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area?
- Do you have a favorite campsite or one to avoid?
- What is your favorite trail?
- How is the food at the restaurant, any favorites?
- Any fishing tips, bait, location or types of fish?
Facilities available at Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area:
Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area website
Recreation Area Map
Park Email: SAMO_interpretation@nps.gov
Phone numbers
Headquarters Recorded Message 805-370-2300
Visitor Information 805-370-2301
Education Offices Recorded Message 805-370-2348
Address
Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area
401 West Hillcrest Drive
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
