Los Angeles
Usal Hike Club - Los Liones Canyon
Where the Mountains, Ocean and Canyons meet
Join us for a sunset hike to Parker Mesa Overlook, one of the most rewarding coastal viewpoints in the Santa Monica Mountains. We’ll begin in Los Liones Canyon, a trail known for its shaded canyon feel and coastal greenery, before climbing into more open ridgelines above the Pacific. As the trail rises, expect a mix of green canyon sections, coastal chaparral, and some visible fire-recovery
areas as the surrounding landscape continues to heal.
areas as the surrounding landscape continues to heal.
At the top, we’ll arrive at Parker Mesa Overlook just in time for golden hour, where the view stretches across the Pacific Ocean, Santa Monica Bay, the coastline, and Los Angeles below. As the sun drops, the ocean catches the last light and the city lights begin to glow.
Ticket Type
When
06/14
Time
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Intensity
Details
This is a moderate hike with a steady climb.
The full route is approximately 8 miles out and back with about 1,601 ft of elevation gain, so expect uphill sections, exposed trail, and a few hours on your feet. Everyone should be comfortable hiking back in low light or darkness with a headlamp or flashlight.
The full route is approximately 8 miles out and back with about 1,601 ft of elevation gain, so expect uphill sections, exposed trail, and a few hours on your feet. Everyone should be comfortable hiking back in low light or darkness with a headlamp or flashlight.
- Length: 8 miles
- Elevation Gain: 1601 ft
- Route Type: Out & Back
- Estimated Total Hiking Time
- Fast pace: ~3 hours
- Average pace: ~4 hours
- Slow pace: ~5 hours
What to Bring
Essentials
- Water: bring all water you need (1L minimum recommended)
- Snacks
- Daypack
- Sunscreen + lip balm
- Hat + sunglasses
- Headlamp
Optional
- Trekking poles
- Electrolytes
- Phone with an offline map (AllTrails/Strava
Your Guide
Dylan McCoy is a passionate outdoor enthusiast and self-proclaimed gear junkie, born and raised near the base of Mt. Baldy in Southern California. His upbringing sparked years of exploration across the San Gabriel Mountains, navigating scenic trails, scaling peaks, and uncovering hidden gems. Now a backpacking guide and NOLS-certified Wilderness First Responder, Dylan has journeyed through expansive coastlines, sun-baked desert plains, and towering alpine peaks, logging countless miles on trails across the western United States and overseas.
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