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🌤 Weather at Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area by season
| Spring | Summer | Fall | Winter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 51–72 °F | 60–79 °F | 52–78 °F | 47–67 °F |
Each range runs from the coldest monthly average low to the warmest monthly average high in that season (1991-2020 climate normals), measured at Culver City, 3 mi away, elevation 92 ft. Conditions at the park can differ from the station, especially where elevation differs — check a forecast before you go.
Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area is a state park in California near Los Angeles in Los Angeles County operated by Los Angeles County Parks and Recreation. Spanning 401 acres and established in 1983, this park offers a peaceful retreat into nature for visitors of all ages.
Quick Facts
| State | California |
| Nearest City | Los Angeles |
| County | Los Angeles County |
| Park Size | 401 acres |
| Established | 1983 |
| Accessibility | Yes. See parks.ca.gov website for specific accessibility details. |
Location & Getting There
Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area is located near Los Angeles, California. The park’s coordinates are 34.0086, -118.3653.
Things to Do
California state parks span an extraordinary range of landscapes — from ancient redwood forests and rugged Pacific coastline to Mojave Desert dunes and Sierra Nevada alpine meadows. Depending on the park, visitors can enjoy hiking through old-growth groves, swimming and surfing along miles of wild beaches, camping beneath towering sequoias, kayaking coastal sea caves, mountain biking oak-studded foothills, fishing in alpine lakes, rock climbing granite formations, and wildlife watching for everything from elephant seals to California condors. Many parks also preserve important cultural and historic sites, including Native American heritage areas, Gold Rush-era settlements, and Spanish mission ruins.
Best Time to Visit
California’s parks are a year-round destination, though the ideal season depends on the region. Coastal parks enjoy mild weather from spring through fall, with summer fog keeping temperatures comfortable along the central and northern coast. Desert parks like Anza-Borrego are best visited October through April — summer temperatures can exceed 110°F. Mountain parks in the Sierra Nevada are most accessible June through October, when snow melts and trails open. Spring (March–May) brings wildflower super blooms in the southern deserts. Fall offers warm days, thinner crowds statewide, and stunning foliage at higher elevations. Winter is the quiet season at most parks and brings excellent whale watching along the coast.
Visitor Tips
Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area is run by Los Angeles County Parks and Recreation, which sets the fees here, so check the county’s fee schedule rather than California State Parks rates. The county’s annual vehicle permit ($160, or $90 for seniors and disabled visitors) is valid here and at five other county regional parks. On weekends and holidays, the Parklands Shuttle runs from the Metro Expo La Cienega Station for 25 cents one way.
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Wildlife & Nature
Kenneth Hahn SRA — 401 acres in the Baldwin Hills (Los Angeles) — provides urban green space with trails, fishing lakes, and panoramic views of the LA Basin, from downtown skyscrapers to the Pacific Ocean and the San Gabriel Mountains. The park — originally part of the Rancho Cienega — sits atop the Inglewood Oil Field (one of the largest urban oil fields in the US). Red-tailed hawks and Cooper’s hawks hunt the hillside.
Nearby Attractions
Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook — adjacent — has 360° views. The Forum — 2 miles south — has concerts. SoFi Stadium — 3 miles south — is the home of the LA Rams and Chargers. LAX Airport — 5 miles southwest. The Getty Center — 10 miles northwest — has world-class art.
Nearby parks: If you have extra time, Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook is a short drive away, and Dockweiler State Beach is a short drive away.
🐾 Dogs & Pets at Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area
Park policy: Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area is run by Los Angeles County Parks and Recreation. California State Parks' dog rules table lists the park, including the Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook, as allowing dogs only on the paved road and not on the trails (as of October 2026). The county's park page adds no dog rules of its own.
- Pets allowed?
- Leashed dogs on the paved road only, not on the trails
Are dogs allowed at Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area?
Leashed dogs on the paved road only, not on the trails.
More: California state parks guide · Dog rules in all 50 states compared
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