Malibu Nature Preserve

Malibu Nature Preserve Saving our beautiful private open spaces for a future full of beautiful days. Volunteer trail maintenance projects.

Located in Western Malibu, in Nicholas Canyon, the Nature Trust of the Santa Monica Mountains is a 501 (c)(3) non profit land trust. The Nature Trust is committed to protecting natural areas of the Santa Monica Mountains for habitat conservation, nature based education and outdoor recreation. Located in Western Malibu, in Nicholas Canyon, the Nature Trust of the Santa Monica Mountains is a 501 (c)

(3) non-profit land trust dedicated to preserving and protecting environmentally significant areas within the Santa Monica Mountains. Protecting sensitive lands in our local mountains and carefully designing public use programs is our full-time commitment. Objectives and Activities include habitat conservation and preservation of land through acquisition by donation or purchase from willing sellers. Restoration of natural areas and watersheds through cooperative planning such as the Nicholas Canyon watershed restoration plan. Educational seminars and retreats exploring the relationships between environment, human health and personal responsibility. Outdoor recreation and docent led nature walks through the Malibu Nature Preserve. Organized outdoor recreational programs for children and adults that promote harmony between humanity and nature.

Check out this awesome event with Malibu's finest and champions for good, Chris Wizner and Haylynn Conrad! You don't wa...
02/26/2026

Check out this awesome event with Malibu's finest and champions for good, Chris Wizner and Haylynn Conrad! You don't want to miss it. Happy Trails!

02/18/2026

Have you heard we're hosting a very special film screening??📽

Join us, and partners & on Saturday March 7th! We'll be showing "Western Monarch Butterflies: Protecting Our Pollinators" a film by 🦋

Join us from 5-6:30pm to meet all the participating organizations, enjoy tabling activities and participate in a Q&A with the filmmaker & restoration agencies. 🤝

Tix at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/film-screening-western-monarch-butterflies-tickets-1981235427497

02/18/2026
01/21/2026

🐕📘FINDING GOBI - Author and ultramarathon runner Dion Leonard will speak about his bestselling book, Finding Gobi, on Wednesday, February 4, at 7 PM at the Malibu Library.

This inspiring, true story chronicles Dion’s journey during a grueling 155-mile ultra-marathon across the Gobi Desert in China, where he met a small stray dog named Gobi. What started as a chance encounter quickly turned into a life-changing bond, as Gobi became Dion's steadfast companion, matching his stride every step of the way to the finish line.

When the race ended, Gobi went missing, sparking a nationwide search to reunite the two. This incredible story of determination, love, and loyalty is sure to captivate readers of all ages and is perfect for animal lovers and adventure enthusiasts alike.

At this special event, Dion will share the unforgettable tale of his and Gobi’s journey, the search to bring Gobi home, and the deep bond they share. Finding Gobi is a truly moving story that will inspire anyone who has ever loved an animal or pursued a dream.

Don’t miss this opportunity to meet Dion and Gobi, hear their story firsthand, and be inspired by their remarkable adventure. RSVP online at MalibuCity.org/Speakers.

In partnership with Dion Leonard Ultra Runner and LA County Library

Wishing everyone a Happy New Year with a healthy dose of hiking!
01/05/2026

Wishing everyone a Happy New Year with a healthy dose of hiking!

For more than a thousand years, Christian pilgrims and those seeking self-reflection have embarked on the Camino de Santiago, a network of hiking routes thro...

11/18/2025

Our Principal Conservation Biologist, Rosi Dagit, will be a speaker with the Malibu Monarch Project Lecture Series this Thursday! Learn about the Watersheds of the Santa Monica Mountains and discover how your local RCD is leading restoration efforts for these invaluable spaces. 🐟🌊Secure your complimentary rsvp at https://www.rec.us/malibu

11/13/2025
09/22/2025

Happy autumnal equinox! 🍂🍁🌕✨

Some people say we don’t have fall in Southern California… and it’s true our seasons do work a little differently here.

Because we have a Mediterranean-type climate, the time of year we call fall is really more like a shift from “hot and dry season” to “cool and wet season.” And because the cool season tends to be mild, many of our native plants are evergreen or go dormant in the heat of summer.

But not all of them—and this time of year, there is in fact plenty of seasonal color to celebrate, from changing leaves to blooming flowers to ripening berries.

Check out our full guide to finding fall color in Southern California…including a full list of seasonal plants and a guide to the best local hikes where you can spot them: https://treepeople.org/2024/11/18/fall-color-socal/

09/22/2025

The Malibu Monarch Project Lecture Series kicks off this Wednesday! 🦋

Learn about the unique and astounding beauty nestled within Santa Monica Mountains. Plus tune in on November 19th to catch the RCD's own Principal Conservation Biologist, Rosi Dagit, as she discusses the watersheds of this wonderous area! 🐟

California Coastal Cleanup Day 2025! Thank you to for coordinating this wonderful community event and for the opportuni...
09/20/2025

California Coastal Cleanup Day 2025!
Thank you to for coordinating this wonderful community event and for the opportunity to serve as site captains. We are so appreciative of the amazing volunteers that spent their Saturday morning cleaning up trash and debris at this special pocket beach. Special thank you to the for joining us! All together, 43 pounds of trash were collected including 14 pounds of recycables!

The Nature Trust of the Santa Monica Mountains (Malibu Nature Preserve) and Heal the Bay are requesting volunteers to pa...
09/08/2025

The Nature Trust of the Santa Monica Mountains (Malibu Nature Preserve) and Heal the Bay are requesting volunteers to participate in Coastal Cleanup Day at Nicholas Canyon Beach on Saturday, September 20, 2025 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. We invite you to join this community wide effort to clean up our coasts!

Volunteers of all ages are welcome; anyone under 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Sign up to volunteer at [https://donate.healthebay.org/event/coastal-cleanup-day-2025/e702274] Click on the “Join a Cleanup Site” tab and select Nicholas Canyon Beach. This is a free volunteer event but donations to Heal the Bay are appreciated. Free refreshments will be provided for volunteers so please pre-register!

Cleanup supplies will be provided; however; in an effort to protect the environment and create a zero-waste beach cleanup, you can bring the following:
* Bucket or bag to collect beach rubbish
* Reusable garden gloves to pick up trash
* Carpool if possible (Free parking on PCH or paid parking available inside Nicholas Canyon beach parking lot.
* Bring filled reusable water bottles
* Bring sun protection (sunscreen, hat, sunglasses)

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