Best places: Scenic spots in Altadena

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Point Dume
Tourist attraction
Tranquil coastal area featuring trails & rocky coves, plus blufftop views of Santa Catalina Island.
4.80 (6.9K reviews) (~65.58 km from centre)
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Inspiration Point
Scenic spot
Small observation point, popular at sunset, offering benches & a panoramic ocean view.
4.80 (3.3K reviews) (~70.65 km from centre)
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Wisdom Tree
Scenic spot
A steep, short hike leads to this unique, lone-standing tree & sweeping views of Los Angeles.
4.80 (979 reviews) (~19.39 km from centre)
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Point Vicente Lighthouse
Scenic spot
Navigation facility with monthly open days for WWII history & ghost stories at the onsite museum.
4.80 (734 reviews) (~56.07 km from centre)
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Vista Hermosa Natural Park, Mountains Recreation & Conservation Authority
Park
Trails lead to picnic areas, grassy fields, a pond/waterfall, city view overlooks & a playground.
4.70 (2.2K reviews) (~18.31 km from centre)
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The Last House on Mulholland, Presented by L.A. Explained
Scenic spot
👍👍 Go during weekdays when parking is allowed on ledgewood dr. There are signs at the bottom of the hill that say the road is closed but you can drive almost all the way up to the viewpoint for the sign. Once at the top of ledgewood park where the signage says parking is allowed and don't take your car...
4.70 (1.4K reviews) (~18.56 km from centre)
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Universal City Overlook
Scenic spot
Landmark scenic overlook built in 1984, offering unobstructed views of Los Angeles & the mountains.
4.70 (1.2K reviews) (~22.53 km from centre)
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Top of Topanga Overlook
Scenic spot
👍👍 A nice place to watch the Sunset overlooking Topanga and Woodland Hills. Perfect for people who simply want to get some fresh air and be away from the city. A lot of people here before dark so finding a parking spot is a little difficult. Pets are welcome but please be responsible to pickup after yo...
4.70 (993 reviews) (~43.55 km from centre)
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Millard Falls
Park
👍👍 Unexpected fun find. Don't forget your adventure parking pass, you'll need it. It's pet friendly. If you park towards the top of the mountain the trailhead will be apx 100 yards away. Keep an eye out for the Millard Falls sign and follow. Eventually you'll arrive at the Millard campground (great spo...
4.80 (438 reviews) (~3.35 km from centre)
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Falcon 9 First Stage B1019
Scenic spot
👍👍 A good look at the Falcon reveals the awesome engineering that went into it. The landing struts are totally impressive. You must see Falcon up close. EZ access. Also check Mr. Musk's Hyperloop on same street. My friend Dwight in the picture said, "SpaceX is like Disney's Tomorrow Land only it's for...
4.80 (435 reviews) (~34.99 km from centre)
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Marvin Braude Mulholland Gateway Park
Park
This sizable tract of urban wildland features a large network of trails & dramatic views.
4.70 (896 reviews) (~39.32 km from centre)
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Sandy Dune
Scenic spot
👍👍 Most romantic place I’ve been with a friend who I have no interest in dating. Anyways, best sunset I’ve ever seen. I suggest having a picnic here with your significant other, the pictures speak for themselves.
4.80 (413 reviews) (~82.82 km from centre)
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Upper Las Virgenes Canyon Open Space Preserve
Park
Wildlife park with rolling hills & canyons offering hiking, mountain biking & equestrian trails.
4.70 (823 reviews) (~49.89 km from centre)
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Wilacre Park, Mountains Recreation & Conservation Authority
Park
This park provides hiking paths through wooded areas & coastal sage scrub & expansive valley views.
4.70 (774 reviews) (~24.83 km from centre)
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Heaps Peak Arboretum Day Use Area
Botanical garden
👍👍 At 76 years old, I found this a very easy short walk, by starting on the path that leads to the left. Their weren't very many flowers in bloom, but the variety of conifers that were planted by the women after the huge fire in the 30s, was beautiful to see. A lot of good views and places to sit along...
4.70 (684 reviews) (~89.43 km from centre)
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Roessler Point
Public beach
👍👍 Small hidden spot not many people know about, there's a small gazebo which serves as a great outlook overlooking the southbay all the way to Malibu. Great place to whale watch too.
4.80 (358 reviews) (~49.5 km from centre)
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Orange Street Alley
Scenic spot
👍 It's beautiful. I strongly suggest eating a meal at one of the restaurants in the alley and enjoying the ambiance even more. Also checkout the old town Redlands scene right next to the alley, it a nice shopping area and a great place to walk around. I don't suggest only going to ONLY see the alley...
4.70 (602 reviews) (~88.64 km from centre)
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Marina del Rey Inlet Park
Park
👍👍 I've been coming here since I was a kid and we would grab burgers to eat in the car while watching the boats go by. Great place to walk or just unwind.
4.70 (570 reviews) (~38.63 km from centre)
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Nancy Hoover Pohl Overlook at Fryman Canyon
Scenic spot
Parkway viewpoint with valley vistas, canyon trail access, an information board & parking lot.
4.70 (557 reviews) (~24.51 km from centre)
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Inspiration Point Trailhead pop Mike and Aiden's snow spot
Hiking area
👍👍 Such a beautiful winter to enjoy in the snow. Breathtaking Panoramic views of the Los Angeles Forest
4.80 (322 reviews) (~43.68 km from centre)
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