Vanalden Cave
in the Santa Monica Mountains
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Vanalden Cave near Tarzana is one of the most unusual sandstone formations in the Santa Monica Mountains and is quite easy to hike to. Vanalden Cave is a sandstone den about 25 feet tall, 25 feet wide, and 50 feet deep. The roof of the cave is only a few feet thick with a few holes that, like skylights, illuminate cave walls covered with curious carvings and graffiti. Hike 0.6 miles... Read more.
By: Published: February 16, 2013 Last updated: January 17, 2018