Why not head out of the city this weekend and take a hike in one of the hundreds of surprisingly beautiful hiking trails near LA.

Here are five for you to try.

Malibu Creek State Park- Malibu – great views of the Pacific, cliffs and California's unqique ecology.
Wildwood Park – Thousand Oaks – streams, waterfalls, stairs, and views.
Sandstone Peak – Malibu – hike the seven miles up to the highest peak near LA for incredible views.
Will Rogers State Historic Park, Inspiration Loop – Pacific Palisades – great views of Santa Monica Beach, a bit steep at times.
Eaton Canyon – Pasadena – escape for an afteroon on this 3.8 mile hike.