ANTELOPE
VALLEY CALIFORNIA POPPY
STATE RESERVE
Overview
The Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve was established to
protect and perpetuate outstanding displays of native wildflowers,
particularly the California Poppy, the state flower. Seven miles
of trails wind gently through wildflower fields. Wildflower blooms
occur from March through May. The peak viewing period is Mid-April.
Best poppy show is when the temperature is over 70F and wind is
less than 10mph.The reserve is located 15 miles west of Highway
14 near the city of Lancaster.
Trails
A 555-foot-long, 4-foot-wide concrete path leading to the Poppy
Loop provides a generally barrier-free route to a good overview
area to see the wildflowers. There is one turn-around at the far
end. Restroom and parking as described below.
Exhibits/Programs
The Visitor Center is open mid-March to mid-May from 10 to 4 weekdays
and 10-5 weekends. It is generally accessible, including restrooms.
Five designated accessible parking spaces include one van space.
The 400’ path from parking area to the Visitor Center is usable,
but assistance may be required with slopes in one section.
HUNGRY VALLEY
STATE VEHICULAR
RECREATION AREA
Overview
Hungry Valley State Vehicular Recreation Area is a motorcycle, four-wheel
drive, and all-terrain vehicle use area with accessible camping
and picking. Non-flush restrooms are generally accessible throughout
the park. No showers or water is available in the park. Accessible
parking is located at the District Office, the Quail Canyon Motocross
Track, the Gorman Entrance Station and near most of the restrooms
throughout the park.
Visitors should bring water, sunscreen, and hats, and dress accordingly
for ticks. The park is located off the Gorman exit from I5 on Peace
Valley Road.
Camping
Campsites located at Aliklik, Smith Forks, and Edison Campgrounds
are mostly flat, level and generally accessible. Several campsites
at Lane Ranch are accessible. Sites include shade structures, and
accessible picnic tables, fire rings and trash containers.
Picnic Area
For those who thrill to the roar and dust of motorbikes, accessible
picnic sites are dispersed throughout the park, mostly near accessible
no-flush restrooms.
Exhibits/Programs
Visitor Center. A visitor information area near the Gorman entrance
station is generally accessible, including no- flush (vault) restrooms
and adjacent parking. Visitor Center. A visitor information area
near the Gorman entrance station is generally accessible, including
no-flush (vault) restrooms and adjacent parking.
District Office. Information is available at the District Office.
It is accessible, including restrooms, and adjacent van accessible
parking. The Quail Canyon Special Event Area has 13 accessible parking
spaces, including 3 van accessible, and accessible no-flush toilets.
LEO CARRILLO STATE PARK
Overview
Leo Carrillo State Park offers over a mile of beach with all the
typical shore activities, shaded campgrounds, and some back country
hiking. The park is located 28 miles northwest of Santa Monica on
the Pacific Coast Highway (Highway 1.)
Camping
Seven campsites are accessible. Visitors will find that other sites
are generally level, have adequate space and may be usable. Many
sites have accessible picnic tables and fire grills. All campground
restrooms have two toilet stalls that are generally accessible.
Shower stalls are at least usable but assistance may be required
to reach controls from folding bench. Distances vary but routes
to accessible restrooms are generally accessible. Designated accessible
parking is adjacent to restrooms.
Camp Store. Entry is accessible. Interior aisle width varies, but
staff assistance is available. One designated accessible parking
site is adjacent to the store.
Group camping includes an accessible combination restroom with shower
and one accessible tent pad.
Picnic Area
North Beach. Accessible picnic sites include accessible parking
and restrooms. All routes and stairs from bluff and Highway 1 to
beach have been modified for accessibility. Accessible pay phone
is available.
Beach/Shore Access
Beach wheelchairs are available to check out at beach entry kiosks.
North Beach provides accessible parking and paved path under freeway.
Beach wheelchairs are available to get onto the beach. Accessible
restroom and a no-flush restroom are available.
South Beach. Accessible parking and paths and a beach wheelchair
provide beach access.
LOS ENCINOS STATE HISTORIC PARK
Overview
Los Encinos State Historic Park is a five-acre early California
rancho that includes the original nine-room de la Osa Adobe, several
other period historic structures, and a lake shaped like a Spanish
guitar. The park contains exhibits on early California ranch life.
Located off Highway 101 at 16756 Moorpark St. in Encino.
Picnic Area
An accessible picnic site, adjacent accessible parking and restroom
are available.
Exhibits/Programs
Garnier Adobe. The adobe is open Wednesdays through Sundays and
is generally accessible. An accessible restroom and one accessible
parking space are nearby. No other onsite parking is available.
MALIBU LAGOON STATE BEACH
Overview
Malibu Lagoon State Beach/Adamson House, where Malibu Creek meets
the sea, includes pleasant hiking areas with ample bird watching
opportunities and tours of the Adamson House and various natural
areas by arrangement. The park is at 23200 Pacific Coast Highway,
and the parking area and wetlands entry are near Cross Creek Road.
A dirt road leads to the Adamson House, but only a DMV DP placard
on vehicle permits parking on grounds adjacent to Adamson House.
Trails
Malibu Lagoon Loop Trail is a popular 0.10-mile trail crossing the
lagoon by way of wooden bridges to the beach. For loop return, follow
the fire road. Trail and fire road conditions are most passable
in dry season. A second mostly level and generally accessible trail
branches off to an area to observe birds. The trailhead, usable
portable restroom and generally accessible parking are near park
entry station.
Exhibits/Programs
Adamson House. Museum access by way of the courtyard may require
assistance on unpaved paths. House tour permits first floor access
with on-request video available for view of upper level. Good views
of beach, pier, ocean and outstanding flower gardens. Restroom:
Assistance may be required on fairly steeply sloped ramps to restrooms.
Door openings are a bit narrow, but restroom facilities are generally
accessible.
PIO PICO STATE HISTORIC
PARK
Overview
Pio Pico State Historic Park was the site of home of the last PÍo
Pico State Historic Park commemorates the life of California’s
last Mexican governor before the American takeover of 1846. Once
the headquarters of Pico’s 8,894-acre ranch, the park includes
a 19th century adobe that has recently been structurally stabilized,
and facilities and grounds that have been completely renovated.
The park is accessible. It is located in Whittier, west of the 605
freeway at 6003 Pioneer Boulevard at the intersection of Whittier
Boulevard. It is open Wednesday through Sunday from 10 to 5:00 and
closed Monday and Tuesday. Guided school programs are available
for grades K-12. Call park for information.
Picnic Area
An accessibly designed picnic table is available on a firm pad with
paved path of travel. Accessible restrooms and parking are available.
More information pending.
Exhibits/Programs
The adobe and exhibits are accessible. A captioned introductory
video will be available soon. Accessible parking spaces are available
including one van accessible space. All restrooms are accessible.
Grounds and gardens designed to reflect the 1870s period include
accessibly designed paths of travel.
WILL ROGERS STATE
HISTORIC PARK
Overview
Will Rogers State Historic Site preserves the ranch property of
one of America’s most beloved humorists. California State
Parks is working on a major renovation project at the park to restore
the landscape and historic structures to their historic appearance.
At the present time the ranch house is open for tours, but the visitor
center is closed. The remainder of the park remains open, including
the stable, polo field, and riding and hiking trails that offer
visitors spectacular views of the area.
Picnic Area
Two accessibly designed picnic tables at the east end of the park,
an accessible parking space and accessible portable restroom are
nearby. The route of travel and area around the tables are usable.
Exhibits/Programs
The Ranch House is open for tours Tuesday through Sunday (closed
Monday) at 11 a.m., and at 1:00 and 2:00 p.m. You do not need a
reservation to take a tour unless you have a group of 15 or more.
Parking: Five designated accessible spaces are dispersed throughout
the main lot. Restrooms: The restrooms are usable. Route of travel
is usable. Some slopes may require assistance.
TOPPANGA STATE PARK
Overview
Topanga State Park features 36 miles of trails and is located entirely
within the Los Angeles city limits and is considered the world’s
largest wild land within the boundaries of a major city.
Picnic Area
Trippet Ranch has generally accessible picnic sites with accessible
tables and grills. Parking, restrooms and routes of travel are also
accessible.
Exhibits/Programs
Nature Center: Most of the exhibits and cases are accessibly designed.
A service road serves as the route of travel to the Nature Center.
