Not a Real National Park
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islandlady2
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A natural park and trail that also serves as a reprieve from southern California city life, Solstice Canyon is truly a well disguised find. It offers easy hiking and a bit of Malibu architectural history.
Waymark Code: WMCC5Q
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 08/20/2011
Views: 6
Solstice Canyon Park is part of the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area and is run by the National Park Service.
The park contains an education center, a small outdoor amphitheater, hiking trails, a waterfall, and a pond. It provides a serene backdrop that has inspired architectural structures that blend well into the natural setting. A cottage built in 1865 is believed to clear be the oldest standing stone bldg in Malibu.
Further down the trail are the remains of a home built by renowned African American architect, Paul Williams, for Fred and Florence Roberts. The home was once featured in Architectural Digest as a stunning example of how natural features can be incorporated into a structure, creating a picturesque indoor-outdoor experience. The property includes numerous water fountains, outdoor fireplaces, and other features that you'll love to explore.
State/States the Park is located...: California
Park Designation: Park (inc. National)
Months the Visitors Center/Park is open...: From: 01/01/2011 To: 12/31/2011
Website From the National Parks Service Page of this Waymark...: [Web Link]
Are pictures included?: yes
Times the Visitors Center (or Park) is Open....: Not listed
SECONDARY website.: Not listed
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