Eaton Canyon Park

EMPOWERING LIVES, BUILDING FUTURES

Eaton Canyon Natural Area and hiking trails are closed until further notice.

Why is Eaton Canyon Closed?

Safety First

In January 2025, the Eaton Fire swept through the canyon, followed by dangerous debris flows in February and March. These forces dramatically altered the terrain, creating uneven ground, loose soil, falling rocks, and fallen trees. Mud, boulders, and debris have either reshaped hiking trails or buried them entirely, making the area unsafe. For these reasons, Eaton Canyon is closed to the public. No entry is permitted at any time.

Nature's Comeback

The natural world in Eaton Canyon is in recovery mode following these natural disasters. Letting people into the canyon can harm the delicate regrowth process. It’s easy to unknowingly step off the trail and damage plants that hold the soil in place, causing further erosion. Damage to plants also impacts local wildlife, as plants create essential habitat (food, water, shelter, and space).

Nature needs space and time to regrow and thrive—so let’s do our part by staying out until the canyon is safe and ready to be explored again.

Key Highlights

Explore the park’s unique blend of nature, learning, and restoration efforts that support both the environment and the community.

Landscape Recovery Center

Funding from the Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District fast-tracked recovery efforts, creating the Eaton Canyon Landscape Recovery Center. The tree grow yard has 200+ native trees, and the plant nursery has over 1,000 native shrubs and plants. Seven fire-impacted parks will receive these plant materials. These plants are cared for by Park staff and volunteers.

Volunteer Habitat Care

Ecological recovery is being powered by volunteers. The Eaton Canyon Nature Center Associates organize weekly habitat care events, averaging 25 volunteers each time. Working with park staff, volunteers remove invasive plant species and prepare the canyon for habitat-friendly plant growth.

Become a volunteer today

Local data: Serves roughly 30,000 annual visits annually; one of few urban-adjacent canyons where both wildlife habitat and public safety coexist. LACPF