Outdoor Recreation
Legacy Park Nature Programs (23500 Civic Center way, Malibu)
| Wednesday, October 21 | Nature Walk and Story Time | 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM |
| Sunday, November 8 | Native Plant Giveaway | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM |
| Wednesday, November 18 | Nature Walk and Story Time | 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM |
Pre-registration is required at MalibuCity.org/Register.
Nature Walk and Story Time programs meet at the Malibu Library. From there, City Naturalists will guide the group through Legacy Park at a slow pace, allowing everyone to explore and enjoy nature. The path can accommodate strollers, and extended family is welcome. Children must be accompanied by a guardian.
For the Native Plant Giveaway on Sunday, November 8, the City is partnering with the LA County Fire and Forestry Department. They will be hosting this in Legacy Park, directly across the street from the Malibu Library. You will be able to see the tent and table from the street.
For more information, call Recreation Manager, Chris Orosz at 310-456-2489 ext. 337.
CHARMLEE Wilderness Park HIKEs (2577 Encinal Canyon Road, Malibu)
| Friday, November 6 | Sunset Hike | 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM |
Pre-registration is required at MalibuCity.org/Register.
Participants should feel comfortable walking on uneven terrain for 90 minutes for hikes and walks at Charmlee Wilderness Park. City naturalists will discuss local history and wildlife of the area, with multiple stops and resting places along the way. Hiking boots or sturdy closed-toe shoes are recommended. Bring water and dress in layers.
MALIBU Monarch Project Lecture SERIES
We are excited to be exploring Malibu's great beaches and ocean world with regional experts who will be talking about the beaches and intertidal zone, the kelp forest ecosystem, and the deep sea.
Kelp Forests and Nearshore Ocean Life Lecture By Tom Ford on Wednesday, November 18, 2026.
RSVP is recommended at MalibuCity.org/Register.
Please see our first lecture here on the City of Malibu YouTube Page.
Rattlesnake Habitats at City Parks
Rattlesnakes are native to Malibu and play an essential role in the ecosystem. They control rodent populations which lower the spread of rodent-borne diseases like Lyme disease and reduce property damage caused by mice, rats, and ground squirrels. They are cold-blooded, which means they cannot regulate their body temperature, and because of this, they are most active when the temperature is between 70-90 degrees Fahrenheit.
When visiting City parks, it is important to be aware of your surroundings and treat every location as though a rattlesnake could be present. Please remember to stay on trails, keep your dog on a leash, and check playground areas before allowing children to use the equipment. Keep in mind that rattlesnakes do not always rattle before striking, so a visual check is needed to guarantee they are not present. If you see a rattlesnake, stay as far away as possible, report the sighting, and do not harm the snake.
If City staff are onsite, notify them, and they will address the situation. If the snake is in a high-traffic area and City staff are not present, call the Agoura Hills Animal Shelter at 818-991-0071. Be prepared to report the snake's location, size, and danger to the public.