Take in breathtaking views, hike through restored native habitat, and enjoy a state of the art visitor center at your stunning new urban park, Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook. Visitors can begin to discover, or residents can rediscover Los Angeles from this 511 ft. peak just southwest of downtown. Exhibits tell the story of this once drilled and exploited land which has now become a symbol of restoration, conservation and hope. A short walk away, visitors are treated to a panoramic view of the entire Los Angeles Basin, the Pacific Ocean and surrounding mountains.
Park Hours: 8 am – Sunset daily
Parking Fee: $6 Please use self-pay iron ranger with cash or a personal check. Fill out the envelope and tear off your portion to display on your dashboard.
Visitor Center Hours: New Winter Hours Thursday- Sunday 10am- 5pm
Due to the Governor's Executive Order, EO S-13-09 the Visitor Center will have limited hours of operation.
We apologize for the inconvenience and ask for your patience as we deal with the reduction of work hours and staff.
Things To Do
The main hiking trail is steep and winds up from the park entrance at Jefferson Blvd. and down from the Scenic Overlook. The trail zig zags around a very steep and straight staircase visitors can also access. An easy loop trail crowns the 50+ acre park. Seasonal displays of native wildflowers, bird and wildlife viewing, picnicking and opportunities for kids and families to connect with the park’s natural and cultural heritage are here for visitors to experience. People can enjoy the scents of nature, recreate, learn about the natural and cultural heritage of Los Angeles and be inspired by the view.
CLICK HERE TO VIEW TRAIL MAP
Location-Directions
The park’s main entrance is at 6300 Hetzler Rd. in Culver City off of Jefferson Blvd. The park is accessible via the 10 and 405 freeways. Parking is available at the top of the hill near the visitor center.
Accessibility
All facilities are accessible.
Park Activities
Free guided interpretive programs and public events are offered at the park by California State Parks staff and volunteers. Please check our program schedule by clicking the tab Kids and Families.
Please Remember
Alcohol is not allowed
Dogs are not allowed
Special Event and Filming Permits
If you would like to perform commercial or student filming or photography at the park, you need to contact the State Park film permit coordinator at 818-880-0358.
We are accepting special event reservations for Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook. Please contact the special event coordinator at bhsoevents@parks.ca.gov
Also visit www.parks.ca.gov and view your many California State Parks in the Angeles District and across the state.
