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Placerita Canyon Nature Center
Santa Clarita, CA
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By Punita Patel
A shady oak-lined canyon in Newhall with a free nature center full of live animal exhibits and easy family trails, including the flat walk to the historic Oak of the Golden Dream. The gentle Canyon Trail is stroller-friendly and great for spotting lizards and birds with younger kids. Weekend ranger programs and guided walks are worth checking before you go.
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