Visiting Topanga Canyon
A local guide to the canyon: where to go, what to do, and what makes Topanga unique.
Topanga Canyon is a 12-mile scenic, recreational, and wilderness community in the Santa Monica Mountains, reachable via the 101 Freeway to the north and Pacific Coast Highway to the south (ZIP 90290). Topanga State Park is the largest natural wilderness within the boundaries of a major city, with 36 miles of trails, seasonal waterfalls, and Pacific Ocean views.
Things to do in Topanga
- Hike or bike the trails of Topanga State Park
- See live theater at the Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum
- Dine at canyon restaurants like the Inn of the Seventh Ray, Canyon Bistro, and Cafe Mimosa
- Shop local boutiques and makers along Route 27
- Catch a free Topanga Symphony concert or a Corazon Performing Arts show
Topanga has a rich creative history, home over the years to musicians like Neil Young, Joni Mitchell, and John Densmore of The Doors, and today to artists, writers, healers, and a vibrant small-business community.
Plan your visit
See the full list of 27 things to do along Scenic Route 27, browse the events calendar, and find member businesses in the directory.
Visiting Topanga
Where is Topanga Canyon?
Topanga is in the Santa Monica Mountains of Los Angeles County, California (ZIP 90290), between the San Fernando Valley and the Malibu coast, along State Route 27 (Topanga Canyon Boulevard).
What is there to do in Topanga?
Hiking and biking in Topanga State Park, live theater at the Theatricum Botanicum, canyon dining, local shops, and community events and concerts.
Is Topanga good for a day trip?
Yes. Topanga is an easy drive from Los Angeles, Malibu, and the San Fernando Valley, with trails, dining, shops, and performances all along the 12-mile canyon.