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Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area
Fees & Reservations

General Fees

There are currently no entrance or exit fees for the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. However, there is a charge for camping in the park.

If you are visiting other National Park sites you can purchase the America the Beautiful - the National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Annual Pass and Senior Pass at the park's main visitor center.

Click here to download an entrance fee guide for other National Park Service sites. Visit www.nps.gov to get to each park's site for more information.

You can also purchase the America the Beautiful Pass online on Amazon.com's website.

Permits

If you would like to use the park for a special event, please obtain a permit for use. Permits are currently issued for filming, trail events, festivals & community events, business, and first amendment rights. Liability insurance is required. Call the Office of Special Park Uses for assistance and additional information at 805-370-2308.
    Backbone trail hikes lead to views of mountains, canyons, and the Pacific Ocean.  

    Did You Know?
    Piece by piece, a trail is forging its way along the "backbone" of the recreation area. California State Parks took the first step toward a 65-mile Backbone Trail in 1978. With 5 miles left to go, single track trails and fireroads will unite this patchwork of public parklands from east to west.

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    Last Updated: October 25, 2009 at 17:15 EST