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Summary: This is an enjoyable and relatively easy day hike along Newton Canyon in the Santa Monica Mountains. Most of the trail is shaded by small oak trees, and the sun filtering through the trees is quite lovely. There was also the music of countless birds as I hiked. The trail slowly drops down into Newton Canyon, the climbs back up to meet Latigo Canyon, this hikes turn-around point. For some additional mileage and elevation gain, continue past this point on the Backbone Trail to the Castro Crest Motorway, adding an additional 3 miles to the hike. Another option for extending this hike, is to take a short trip down to Newton Canyon Falls from the parking lot. Hike west, away from Kanan Road, Take two forks to the left that drop you down into the Newton Creek Streambed. Head upstream for a few hundred feet to the base of a 30 foot seasonal waterfall. This bonus hike is about 1.5 miles round trip. Trailhead: From the Ventura Freeway (101) in Agoura, take Kanan Road towards the beach for about 8 miles. The parking lot is on your right between the second and third tunnels. There are two trail heads in this parking area. Take the trail towards Latigo Canyon. (Lat:34.07591 Lon:-118.81533) Trail Guides for Newton Canyon: Day Hikes Around Los Angeles by Robert Stone (Day Hike Books, Inc.) On The Trail - Malibu to Santa Barbara by Cathy Philipp (Cathy Philipp Publishing) Best Seasons: Year-Round User Groups: Hikers, Dogs Ranger Contact: Santa Monica Recreation Area - 805-370-2300 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Jim Zuber, who has posted 104 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Submit your own review 
Reviewed by Nicole on 6/22/2010 I would like to inform all other potential hikers about my experience that I had towards the end of the hike because it is very helpful and would not want this to happen to anyone else. I did enjoy the hike with my dog, however upon returning to my vehicle which was parked in the parking lot I encountered two completely blown out windows from my Volvo. I was shocked along with infuriated. Ironically my purse was not stolen or anything as a matter of fact. So I believe it to be kids, who do not have a conscience, that think vandalizing is a fun thing to do since nothing was taken from my vehicle. I am very disappointed because I love hiking in Malibu but I think I will give it a rest for now. So please be very careful. 
Reviewed by celeste on 1/23/2010 Went and hiked the trail today (01.23.2010). The waterfalls were awesome!! We couldn't find the trail to the falls so we started walking along the creek. We could tell how bad the rains had been by the demarcation of how high the creek had gotten. The falls were AWSOME!! Got soaked up to my knees from traversing the creekbed trying to get to the waterfalls. Little did we know that there was a trail up there, we couldn't find it. We only found it later because some hikers came up as we were coming down. We hiked beyond the very small trail that led to the falls by about 1/2 to 3/4 of a mile. Yep, it was wet, it was awesome and I am definately going back before the hills dry out.
Reviewed by David on 9/21/2008 Hiked Newton Canyon Sept. 20th 2008. As mentioned by others, quite a bit of poison oak. Red leaves were falling off the plant everywhere this time of year (sometimes growing through trees overhead as the trail snakes back on itself at places.) Sumac grows along the trail as well. The trail has some great views of a waterfall, however the streams and waterfall were all dry during this trip. Fun hike, but probably better when water is flowing.
Reviewed by DJS on 5/29/2007 Interesting terrain, and a good trail. A lot of poison oak/ivy. Nice creek crossing 2/3 in for the dogs to cool off it. Good look at the falls (if there was water). Many small trails snake off from the main one at the start, most don't go very far. 
Reviewed by B. C. on 9/25/2006 This was by far one of the best Hikes I have been on. It was surreal. You immediately notice a temperature drop and are soon surrounded by ferns. You do not feel like you are in LA and you can hear a waterfall eventually. It is gorgeous. There was alot of poison ivy around the year I was hiking - if you are allergic make sure to have something to cover up with. This trail wasnt that bad...but down by the waterfall I remember needing to cover up. :) Dont be scared off though...it is worth it.
Reviewed by Mark and Tamara on 6/28/2005 This was our first hike together, and was also our first date. It was in May of 2004, and the weather was beautiful, as was the trail. We headed West on the trail which immediately descends down a very shaded path lined with miner's lettuce. At the bottom, there is a nice waterfall, although when we first went, there was only a trickle. We went again in May '05(to celebrate one year) and after all the rains we had, the waterfall was very nice. We did see a dead deer at the bottom of the waterfall (half a deer), and the air smelled like death, so we didn't hang around long. The hike is nice with patches of shaded areas, but mostly sunny. A nice bridge awaits you further down and if you go close to dusk, you can hear frogs in the cre
Reviewed by Viewer on 1/26/2004 is very very good! I'm very incadedy
Reviewed by TC on 2/18/2002 I took the extension trail that heads west from the parking lot. Its a 2.5 mile hike to Encinal Canyon Road (the route I took); you can turn left off the trail about a half-mile in to get to the base of Newton Canyon Falls. This trail is very dog-friendly, but, as there arent any trash cans along the trail, youll have to pack out any filled poop bags. The trail is pretty muddy after a rain, but it dries out within two or three days (the shadier areas probably never get completely dry, though). The rolling terrain can provide a decent aerobic workout, or just a pleasant walk in the woods. Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: California Hiking, California Trails, California Hikes, Los Angeles County Hiking, Los Angeles County Trails, Los Angeles County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
