Historic Ruins & Heritage

Paramount Ranch

📍 2903 Cornell Road, Agoura Hills, CA 91301

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Quick Facts

Location: USA, Los Angeles
Category: Historic Ruins & Heritage
Duration: 1-2 hours
Opening Hours: Within Santa Monica Mountains NRA, open by day; see the NPS website
Ticket Price: Adult: Free · Free (a national recreation area; no entry fee)
Address: 2903 Cornell Road, Agoura Hills, CA 91301
Coordinates: 34.1185, -118.7525

Introduction

A historic film-location ranch in the Santa Monica Mountains near Agoura Hills, west of Los Angeles, which shot countless Westerns and TV shows and was acquired by the U.S. National Park Service in 1980. Long famed for its Western Town movie set, built in the 1930s and rebuilt in the 1980s-90s, a setting for Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman's depot and Westworld's chapel, most of it was destroyed by the 2018 Woolsey Fire. The ranch now remains a daytime hiking and photo destination within the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area.

✨ Highlights

Century-old film-ranch history and Western Town remains

At Paramount Ranch, Century-old film-ranch history and Western Town remains is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman depot site

At Paramount Ranch, Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman depot site is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Wild trails reborn after the 2018 Woolsey Fire

At Paramount Ranch, Wild trails reborn after the 2018 Woolsey Fire is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Hiking and photography in the Santa Monica Mountains

At Paramount Ranch, Hiking and photography in the Santa Monica Mountains is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

🛈 Practical Info

→Best time to visit：Avoid the midday heat; mornings or late afternoons are more comfortable and better for photos.

→Transport：Arrange via local public transport, driving or a chartered transfer; check latest local transport info.

→Climate & clothing：Prepare for the local climate with sun protection, water and suitable footwear; some outdoor spots can be sunny.

→On-site notes：Follow on-site signs and rules, protect the heritage/environment, and do not climb or touch exhibits.

→Accessibility：Some areas have natural or uneven ground and may be physically demanding.

→Opening Hours：Within Santa Monica Mountains NRA, open by day; see the NPS website

→Transportation：By car via US-101 to Kanan Rd or Cornell Rd; park trails and lots require driving/rideshare

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
Adult	Free

Free (a national recreation area; no entry fee)

💡 Tips

• Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Within Santa Monica Mountains NRA, open by day; see the NPS website; admission: Free (a national recreation area; no entry fee).

• Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.

• Respect local culture, customs and any religious norms; dress and behave accordingly.

• Combine with nearby sights and plan around local transport and accommodation.

FAQ

What are the opening hours of Paramount Ranch?

Within Santa Monica Mountains NRA, open by day; see the NPS website

How much is the admission for Paramount Ranch?

Adult: Free; Free (a national recreation area; no entry fee)

Any practical tips for visiting Paramount Ranch?

Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Within Santa Monica Mountains NRA, open by day; see the NPS website; admission: Free (a national recreation area; no entry fee). Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.