Vasquez Rocks, located in the high desert near Agua Dulce Springs, features 932 acres of spectacular rock formations, and a seasonal stream. The rocks’ history began in prehistoric times when the sandstone rocks were uplifted at a picturesque angle, showing their jagged red features. In 1874 Tiburcio Vasquez, one of California’s most notorious bandits, used these rocks to elude capture by law enforcement. His name has since been associated with this geologic feature. The park is a popular hiking, picnicking, and equestrian area and has been used in many hit movies, television shows and commercials.

County Operated Facility
Address: 10700 W. Escondido Canyon Rd. Santa Clarita CA 91390
Website: http://parks.lacounty.gov/vasquez-rocks-natural-area-and-nature-center
Hours:
  • March 1st to October 31st
  • Operating Hours
  • Tuesday - Sunday
  • 8:00am to 7:30pm
  • Closed Monday
  • Restroom Hours
  • Tuesday - Sunday
  • 8:30 am to 7:00 pm
  • Closed Monday
  • November 1st to February 28th
  • Operating Hours
  • Tuesday - Sunday
  • 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
  • Closed Monday
  • November 1st to February 28th
  • Staff and Programming Hours
  • Tuesday - Sunday
  • 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
  • Closed Monday
  • Restroom Hours
  • Tuesday - Sunday
  • 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
  • Closed Monday
Phones:
  • General: (661) 268-0840
Park Amenities:
  • Amphitheaters
  • Animal Exhibits
  • Equestrian Staging Areas
  • Equestrian Trails
  • Hiking Trails
  • Historic Value
  • Nature Centers
  • Picnic Tables
Park Things to Do:
  • Animal Presentations
  • Bird Walks
  • Camping
  • Hiking
  • Horseback Riding
  • Nature and Plant Walks

Programs

Field Trips In Nature

Hike/Animal Presentation

Ages: 5 to 18
Days: Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Fee: $5.00/person per Person/Session