Solstice Canyon
Malibu, CA
A shaded canyon in the Santa Monica Mountains where an easy trail follows a year-round creek to the stone ruins of a 1950s house and a small waterfall. Oaks and sycamores arch over the path, and the Rising Sun Trail climbs the ridge for ocean views back down the canyon. It is one of the few Malibu canyons with water and shade through summer.
Photography Guide
- Best Time
- morning
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Shot Types
- widedetaillandscape
- Best Seasons
- winterspring
Is it a good day to go?
7-day outlookMild, dry days with light winds are the most comfortable for a visit.
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