Deukmejian Wilderness Park

Scenic hiking in Glendale. Great views. Well maintained trails. Not terribly difficult but can get your heart rate up if you want it to be. Benches and a small grassy park area. Bathrooms and a nature center. Not a lot of parking even with an overflow lot. I didn't have any issues finding a spot today but I could see where there might be challenges from time to time. The girls and I enjoyed our hour or so we were there. Recommended.

This was the jumping off point for a great hike to Mt. Lukens. Water and clean bathrooms parking lot adjacent. Old Stone Barn - former winery turned Visitor center , was closed when I went . Will definitely return

This wilderness park is right next to the mountains and provides many hiking opportunities of all levels. There is a museum that has interactive exhibits geared to teach us about the local environment, the flora and fauna, and the wildlife found in the area. The museum also gives us a brief history of the people who have called the surrounding area home. We were fortunate enough to come on a weekend as part of a childrens interactive hike. They gave the kids brief introductions to scientific terms, took us on a short hike, and then arts and craft time where they made mosquito repellent necklaces. It's really cool to expose kids to the outdoors and science. This location does a great job of that. There are also picnic areas where families can come and enjoy a day at the park and enjoy the scenery. I got the impression that it can get hot in the summer, so if you do come during that time, bring plenty of water.

I recently moved to this area and am thrilled to have found this wilderness park 5 minutes from my home. Easy to moderate hiking trails with breathtaking views and every time I go I see 1-2 bunnies 🥹 There is also a small park located near the parking lot with picnic tables as well as a “barn” / educational center with a small grape vine field in the back. Amazing spot!!

This place is a hidden gem and we are all sleeping on it!! It’s tucked up in the foothills of Glendale but so easy to get to. There are a handful of trails for hiking, all with different levels of difficulty so there’s something for everyone. What I really loved was the education center that explained the history of the area and the different types of wildlife that live in the area. Overall, I highly recommend Deukmejian Wilderness Park and will absolutely be back.