Free things to do around Los Angeles
Free Things to Do in Malibu Bowl
A hidden canyon enclave above Malibu — surrounded by Santa Monica Mountains open space and trails.
About Malibu Bowl
Malibu Bowl is a small, secluded community in the hills above Malibu, ringed by the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. Its free draws are the surrounding open space lots and trails, with canyon scenery and ocean glimpses throughout.
Remote and green, it offers free access to some of the quieter corners of the Malibu mountains.
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Free places in Malibu Bowl
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Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area
Parks
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MRCA Open Space
Preserves
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Dal Molin-Runcie Nature Preserve
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NPS Land
Preserves
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NPS Land
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Gage Open Space
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Corral Canyon Park
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Malibu Bowl
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MRCA Open Space
Preserves
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El Nido Open Space Lots
Parks
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Cameron Nature Preserve at Puerco Canyon
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Sostomo Trail
Trails
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Cameron Nature Preserve
Parks
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Tropical Terrace
Landmarks
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Puerco Canyon Motorway
Trails
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NPS Land
Preserves
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Sostomo Trail
Trails
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Solstice Canyon
Parks
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Scenic Viewpoint
Viewpoints
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Baller Motorway
Trails
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Mesa Peak Motorway
Trails
Frequently asked: free things to do in Malibu Bowl
What are the best free things to do near Malibu Bowl?
Hike the surrounding Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area open space and trails — all free.
Where is Malibu Bowl?
Malibu Bowl is a secluded community in the hills above Malibu, in the Santa Monica Mountains.
Are the trails free?
Yes — the surrounding national recreation area open space and trails are free to hike.
Are there free events nearby?
Yes. Nearby Malibu hosts free events. The list on this page updates with current ones nearby.