Public Programs

UPCOMING PUBLIC PROGRAMS AT MCSP

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

First Day Hikes

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

Thursday, Jan 1, 10:00am - 12:00pm The Land and Its People
Explore the rich human history of this landscape — from Indigenous peoples of ta’lopop, to Spanish explorers, early homesteaders, 20th-century Fox Studio visitors, and the park’s protection today. Walk ends at the Visitor Center; continue exploring or return at your own pace.

Thursday, Jan 1, 10:30am - 11:30am For Kids! Animals of Malibu Creek State Park
Take a short nature walk to look for animals and the signs they leave behind! Designed for kids ages 7–12, but all ages are welcome. Explore the Ann Skager Trail while spotting tracks, listening for wildlife, and discovering the hidden clues animals leave in the park.

Thursday, Jan 1, 2:00pm - 4:00pm Oak Community Science Walk
Discover the importance of oaks and oak woodlands! Learn how these mighty trees support wildlife, shape ecosystems, and connect people to the landscape. Participate in a hands-on community science activity to help protect oaks for the future. Walk ends at the Visitor Center; continue exploring or return to your car at your own pace.

Thursday, Jan 1, 5:00pm - 7:00pm Night Hike
Step into the park after dark for a guided hike reflecting on the new year. Experience how the landscape changes at night — from calls of nocturnal animals to the glow of moon and stars. Pause along the trail to listen, observe, and consider hopes and intentions for the year ahead.

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, Jan 24, 10:00am - 12:30pm

Sunday, Feb 15, 10:00am - 12:30am

Saturday, Mar 21, 10:00am - 12:30am

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

Campfire Program

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

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

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

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