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1. Franklin Canyon Site
- Island of open space, surrounded by city
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2. San Gabriel Wilderness
- Horseback riding, hiking and backpacking
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3. Cheeseboro / Palo Comado Canyons
- Keep your eyes open for wildlife
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4. Rancho Sierra Vista / Satwiwa
- National recreation area
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5. Zuma / Trancas Canyons
- Abundance of plant and animal life
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6. Rocky Oaks
- Diversity of wildlife habitats
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7. Peter Strauss Ranch
- Enchanting oak woodland
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8. Palomar Ranger District
- Palomar Ranger District is named for Palomar Mountain, a 6,126 foot rounded peak in the middle of the District. Palomar, meaning "dove" in colonial Spanish, was named by settlers who saw flocks of birds around the mountain.
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9. East Anacapa Island Trail
- This nature trail comes complete with spectacular views of ocean and island landscapes. A brochure is available at the museum.
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10. Cucamonga Wilderness
- Numerous hiking and backpacking trails
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- Get outdoors and reconnect. Nature and wildlife is your glimpse at Los Angeles's original inhabitants: the flora, fauna and critters big and small.
