Public Programs

UPCOMING PUBLIC PROGRAMS AT MCSP

All programs are free and family-friendly, no RSVP required, rain cancels

50th Anniversary

Join us for events celebrating the land, history, wildlife, and stories of Malibu Creek State Park

Saturday, Sep 26, 9:00am - 5:00pm Anniversary Celebration

More event info coming soon. Stay tuned.

Welcome Walks

Easy nature walk along popular trails. We’ll learn about local wildlife and park history. Led by a different docent each month, with varying topics. Meet at Main Trailhead Parking Lot by the restrooms. Google Maps Pin

Saturday, Apr 4, 10:00am - 12:30am

Saturday, May 23, 10:00am - 12:30am

Sunday, Jun 21, 10:00am - 12:30am

Saturday, Oct 3, 10:00am - 12:30am

Sunday, Nov 15, 10:00am - 12:30pm

Saturday, Dec 12, 10:00am - 12:30pm

Campground Speaker Series

Evening programs led by experts on a variety of topics. Meet at the Amphitheater near the campground. Google maps pin

Saturday, Apr 18, 7:00pm - 8:30pm M*A*S*H TV screening with special guest Jeff Maxwell (Pvt. Igor Straminsky)

Saturday, May 23, 7:30pm - 8:30pm Wolves! Presented by Dana Stangel of Teranga Ranch.

Saturday, Jun 13, 7:30pm - 8:30pm Our Hollywood Backyard (movie screening)

Saturday, Jun 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm Chumash Stories with Dennis Garcia

Saturday, Jul 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm Wildlife Learning Center

Saturday, Aug 22, 7:30pm - 8:30pm Astronomy with Tim Russ

Saturday, Sep 5, 7:00pm - 8:00pm Reptile Family

Jr. Ranger Program

Programs for 7 to 12 year olds on a variety of topics. Meet at the Amphitheater near the campground. Google maps pin

Saturday, Apr 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm Become an Oak Scientist!

Saturday, Apr 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm Become an Oak Scientist!

Saturday, Apr 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm Become an Oak Scientist!

Saturday, May 9, 4:00pm - 5:00pm Animals of MCSP

Saturday, May 16, 4:00pm - 4:00pm Animals of MCSP

Saturday, May 30, 4:00pm - 4:00pm Animals of MCSP

Guided Bird Walks

Meet at King Gillette Ranch (across the road from Malibu Creek State Park) Google Maps Pin

First Saturday of the month, 8:30am – 10:00am

Ranger-Guided Hikes

Meet at Main Trailhead Parking Lot by the restrooms. Google Maps Pin

Saturday, Apr 11, 7:30pm - 9:00pm Night Hike: Explore Malibu Creek State Park at night during this guided walk! Nocturnal animals have evolved with incredible senses and body tricks that let them hunt, hide, and find each other at night. Join us as we listen and look for these animals and learn about what makes them unique. Recommended for adults and kids 12 and up—we will walk 2–3 miles. Wear layers and bring water and headlamps or flashlights, ideally red light.

Saturday, Apr 18, 7:30pm - 9:00pm Night Hike: Explore Malibu Creek State Park at night during this guided walk! Nocturnal animals have evolved with incredible senses and body tricks that let them hunt, hide, and find each other at night. Join us as we listen and look for these animals and learn about what makes them unique. Recommended for adults and kids 12 and up—we will walk 2–3 miles. Wear layers and bring water and headlamps or flashlights, ideally red light.

Saturday, May 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm Water Walk — History of Malibu Creek

Campfire Program

Meet at the Amphitheater near the campground. Google maps pin

Saturday, Apr 25, 7:00pm - 9:00pm WonderFest: Earth Day Campfire with National Geographic Explorers

Saturday, May 30, 7:30pm - 8:00pm Stories of Malibu Creek

SCHOOL WALKS & FIELD TRIPS

Are you an educator looking for a fun and educational outdoor experience? We have docents available to lead school walks and share their knowledge of our park! Your students will hike 3 miles along Malibu Creek with trained volunteer docents as they explore how plants, animals, and humans (present and historical) are interconnected and dependent on each other. Students will understand the need to preserve and protect the environment in the park and where they live.

 

Sign up for a field trip here

 

If you need bus funding and you are a Title 1 School, you and your students may qualify for reimbursement for your field trip costs. Once you sign up, a State Park representative will provide you more information on the program. Please contact us at malibu.fieldtrips@parks.ca.gov for any additional questions.

SPECIAL GROUP HIKES

Would your school, group or company like a special guided hike of Malibu Creek State Park? It’s a great way to share L.A.’s most spectacular park with your students or employees. We’re happy to arrange custom hikes for groups of ten or more.

 

For more information, please email contact@malibucreekstatepark.org