Stoney Point Park — Attraction in Los Angeles

The days had been really hot but we went in the late afternoon to beat the heat and enjoy less traffic from the morning rush and/or group picnics. The climb was fun since there were plenty of options for how to ascend the rocks. We apparently choose one of the harder routes but had a blast working together to help each other up and down. Found little caves to explore and enjoy the cool air inside. Sat on several of the large rocks to gaze at the view and bask in the solitude. There were a few other climbers but everyone was friendly, respectful and quiet. The top plateau is surprisingly flat and nice to walk around and check out the view from all angles. I saw a kid and his parents go down the back (away from the street side) so I think there was probably an easier way to descend. Watching hawks fly overhead and being able to see for miles was therapeutic after weeks of hustle and bustle in mid-city traffic day after day. I watched the sun set into the mountains and headed home better for having come. The rocks are beautiful in some places since they are carved out by where the water has set. There is some graffiti which takes from the beauty but this is LA and I guess, sadly, it is expected by now. I did smell people smoking pot but never saw them. There was also some trash and broken bottles. Not much, but enough that I watched where I was putting my hands and kept an eye out should I slip and need to catch myself. Just be careful like you should on any hike. I would also recommend not to go at night since I think it may be a popular spot for younger...

In 1974, this park was designated a historical Los Angeles Historic and Cultural Monument. It was deemed as one of the "most picturesque places in Los Angeles." Did you know that Stoney Point functions as a mile marker for the Southern Pacific Railroad? It links much of Southern California to Northern California. Also, Stoney Point is known for beginner / intermediate rock climbers. The rock climbing began in the 1930s. Did you know that in the '50s / '60s, rock-climbers Royal Robbins and Yvon Chouinard learned to climb at Stoney Point? You will see a lot of rock climbers. The walking paths are easy, low-key dirt roads /hiking paths; however you can climb up. The entrance is right off the 118 freeway. Parking is on the street. You will know when you approach it because you will see cars parked on the street. I had found this park while traveling through and told myself that I would stop by. The boulders/rocks are truly beautiful and inspiring. Also there are rattlesnakes. Please...

The park itself is a beautiful place it's fun to walk around all the mountains, you feel like you're way up in the hills somewhere not next to a major Thruway, however the horse ranch that's next to the park needs a little TLC. I wish there was an organization that could go in and help the owner or the manager fix up the place a little bit more, a ranch takes a lot of work, and I know she could probably use the help. It's nice to have horses next to the mountains it gives you that feeling of the old West. we don't want to lose the rest of the horses in Chatsworth we already lost many of the major ranches like thunderhead which was wonderful to watch and now it's gone let's not destroy Chatsworth let's build it up let's keep the horses, and let's get some help over to the ranches that need help to make Chatsworth...