Castaic - Castaic Lake
How to get there
Take transit to Ridge Route/Lake Hughes Rd. [map]
Walk .2 mi east on Lake Hughes to park entrance [map] then 1 mi north through park to trailhead [map]
Info
Use the same Ridge Route/Lake Hughes bus stop for your return trip, despite what some transit apps and maps may tell you. Area buses accept TAP, Token Transit and cash. [Santa Clarita Transit]
Nearest water is .2 mi from park entrance at picnic pavilion. Nearest toilet is .1 mi from entrance at Aquatic Center. Shops for drinks and snacks are on Lake Hughes Rd .3 mi west of bus stop.
Castaic - Val Verde Park
How to get there
Info
Area buses accept TAP, Token Transit and cash. [Santa Clarita Transit]
Nearest water and toilet are in the park. A food shop is 3 blocks east on San Martinez Rd.
Phone service may be weak or nonexistent at the park, so plan ahead.