This world famous attraction is one of Southern California's most popular theme parks. With the most exciting thrill rides around, you're guaranteed to have fun. Six Flags California is composed of two parks: Six Flags Magic Mountain and Six Flags Hurricane Harbor. Magic Mountain bills itself as the extreme park with the most roller coasters and adult rides in the region. Of course, there's still plenty to do for the whole family, including an amazing kids area that's perfect for the younger crowd.
A beautiful park in Stevenson Ranch, Pico Canyon Park is ideal for hiking and enjoying picnics under the shade of trees. If you are looking for some peace and rejuvenation, then this park should fit the bill perfectly.
Vasquez Rocks Natural Area is renowned for its dramatic rock formations that jut out of the earth at unusual angles, creating an otherworldly landscape. The rocks are predominantly composed of sandstone and date back millions of years, shaped by the forces of nature over time. Vasquez Rocks is an iconic site that has been featured in numerous television series, movies and documentaries. The site is named after the notorious bandit Tiburcio Vasquez who used these rock formations to hide from the law in 1874. As of today, the site is sought out for hiking, picnics, and horseback riding. Owing to its prehistoric significance, the site was added to the US National Register of Historic Places in 1972.
Home to several natural as well as historical elements, Placerita Canyon State Park covers vast acres of forested land and features native chaparrals. Featuring the eponymous canyon, the park is also replete with California live oak trees. There is a Nature Center where you can glean information about the local flora and fauna. Additionally, self-guided tours, which aid in learning about the local animals and plants, can also be undertaken. Other activities to enjoy here include hiking, horseback riding, birdwatching, and picnicking.
One of California's most prominent state reservoir parks, this protected area features a man-made freshwater body, namely the Castaic Lake. It boasts a shoreline of 29 miles, and an ample expanse of approximately 4,224 acres of sweeping countryside. The Castaic Dam garners a lot of attention thanks to its majestic, sloped, 425-foot-tall concrete barrier that divides the lake into two separate sections; the lower lake for swimming and rowing and the upper lake for sailing, power boating, fishing and jet skiing. Amenities include convenient boat rentals, picnic tables, a bait shop for anglers, and a mini-mart that stocks an eclectic range of scrumptious snacks and refreshing beverages.
This is where the Walt Disney Company has been working its magic since 1923. Relocated from its original studio at Silver Lake, the Burbank studio was established after the monumental success of the 1937 film Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. The international headquarters of this iconic company, this state-of-the-art facility offers its services in the fields of film production, music publishing, stage production, distribution, and marketing. The site spans over 51 acres (21 hectares) and features notable structures like the Michael D. Eisner Building, Disney Legends Plaza, and the Frank G. Wells Building, among others. There is also a provision at the Main Theater to showcase first-run Disney movies for special guests. A colossal landmark on 500 South Buena Vista Street, the studio is unfortunately not open to the public, but hoists gigantic head constructions of Mickey Mouse and the Seven Dwarves over its steep red-bricked walls for passers-by to savor.
The turf of Cal State Northridge Matadors' basketball and volleyball teams since 1962, Matadome or Matador Gymnasium is an indoor arena. Over its many decades of existence, it has undergone several changes and the capacity has fluctuated constantly before settling to the current 2400. Catch the home teams in action amid a packed audience and electrifying ambiance during game days at this place.
LIV'Art Dance Studio is a great space for learning numerous kinds of dance forms. The studio offers a non-competitive environment where children can enjoy and freely dance. You can enroll them and get training from experts. The studio also conducts dance programs, where your kids can get a bigger platform to perform.
A popular outdoor venue hosting a wide variety of performances, shows, plays, presentations, educational classes and concerts in a beautiful natural environment of the 45acre Coldwater Canyon Park. This amphitheatre is a joint effort of the S. Mark Taper Foundation and its related individuals. There are around 300 seats in the amphitheatre where you can even bring your own food while enjoying the shows in the woodland setting.