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Review:
The Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area offers a staggering diversity of activities for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, within a short distance of Los Angeles. The area is filled with surprisingly wild and remote corners which can be explored on foot, mountain bike or horseback along a network of 500 miles of trails. Along the way you may come across historic and cultural sites, catch a glimpse of a variety of wildlife (including mountain lions) and even find old movie ranches. The area is also very popular with rock climbers, campers and birders. The area is adjacent to some magnificent beaches where you can enjoy kayaking, surfing, sunbathing and whale watching.
Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, 26876 Mulholland Hwy, Calabasas, CA 91302, 805 370 2301
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