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Coverage dated October 14, 2026 to October 15, 2026

Santa Monica Mountains parks and trails to close amid extreme wildfire danger

Headline from Foxla

Parks, trails and backcountry areas throughout the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area will be closed beginning Thursday, Oct. 15, through at least Saturday, Oct. 17, as dangerous fire weather conditions bring an increased threat of wildfires to Southern California.

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  1. Foxla

    Santa Monica Mountains parks and trails to close amid extreme wildfire danger (opens Foxla)

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    Foxla's feed description

    Parks, trails and backcountry areas throughout the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area will be closed beginning Thursday, Oct. 15, through at least Saturday, Oct. 17, as dangerous fire weather conditions bring an increased threat of wildfires to Southern California.

  2. Los Angeles Times

    As Santa Ana winds bear down, officials shutter parks to avoid sparking a fire: Here's what's closed (opens Los Angeles Times)

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    Los Angeles Times's feed description

    Many Santa Monica Mountains parks will be closed due to potential fire risks Thursday through Saturday. Check before you go.

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