Are you thinking about moving to Santa Clarita but aren’t sure what there is to do for fun? In this video, I’m going to tell you the top 10 things that people like to do here in Santa Clarita, California. We’ll explore everything from Six Flags to nature hikes so you get a good idea of what the area has to offer.

 

Fun At Six Flags Magic Mountain

As you probably know already, Santa Clarita is known for Six Flags Magic Mountain—and is often the first thing that people think of when they hear “Valencia” or “Santa Clarita.” Six Flags is a theme park that is located right here in the city of Santa Clarita. It spans over 250 acres with over 17 rollercoasters and a ton of other rides.

Six Flags was built in Santa Clarita in 1971 to draw people to the Santa Clarita Valley. Locals get season passes—which cost from $110 to $330—to come and go as they please and snag free parking. This is a great option to bypass the times when the park is really busy. When my daughter was really little, I used to take her for a couple of hours—just enough time to have a blast and then go back home.

Six Flags is a really fun place to go, and it’s the first job of many local high school kids. Don’t forget that we also have Hurricane Harbor, the waterpark right there at Six Flags Magic Mountain. When you buy season passes, it includes access to the waterpark as well. They have a lot of great slides and kids’ play areas that are a ton of fun.

Bike Trails

Another great activity to do in Santa Clarita is to go for a bike ride. We have over 80 miles of bike trails that are all paved, including bridges that go over the streets and tunnels that go under. You can get almost anywhere without hardly ever having to cross a busy street.

Paseos

We also have 20 miles of paseos, which are little bike and walking paths within neighborhoods. These paths are interwoven throughout neighborhoods in Santa Clarita. Valencia is where you find the majority of our paseo systems, about 20 miles worth.

Parks

Our largest park in Santa Clarita is Central Park located in Saugus. Of course, this is not like New York Central Park, though it is very large at over 130 acres. It has all kinds of baseball fields, basketball courts, volleyball courts, exercise areas, frisbee golf, and our first community garden area as well.

You’ll find over three miles of trails, some of which the cross country teams out here use for their practice areas. Don’t miss the Concerts in the Park to catch some awesome tribute bands during the summer months.

The Gibbon Conservation Center

Another thing you’ll want to check out in Santa Clarita is the Gibbon Conservation Center. Gibbons are a small type of ape that you can see up close at the Conservation Center, which is open to the public on the weekends. During the week, you can even make an appointment to get a private tour.

There is a small fee to get into the Gibbon Conservation Center, which you can check out on their website. The site also provides tons of information about the Gibbon and what they do to protect them at the Conservation Center. It's a fun, interesting experience and a great place to take the kids. Because the Gibbon Conservation Center is a nonprofit organization, you know your money's going to a good cause.

Public Art

In the city of Santa Clarita, we have a lot of public art pieces on display. You can take a self-guided driving/walking tour to different locations around the area. Art displays include paintings, sculptures, sidewalk art, poetry, and more that you won’t want to miss.

William S. Hart Ranch

Another Santa Clarita activity you’ll want to experience is a visit to William S. Hart Ranch. William S. Hart was a silent movie star back in the early 1900s. When he retired, he bought a ranch out here that has now been turned into a museum. The museum features all kinds of Western art and includes a saddle collection.

You’ll learn all kinds of information about what was going on in that timeframe in Santa Clarita. Additionally, the ranch area has bison, cows, and a petting zoo along with trails to hike around as well. It’s a great place to enjoy, and a lot of schools take the kids here on field trips. 

The Gentle Barn

I also recommend visiting is The Gentle Barn, which is open to the public on Sundays from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. This rescue for farm animals features horses, cows, chickens, pigs, goats, and more. Visitors can come to feed and touch the animals, and you can even sign up for animal therapy sessions that involve hugging a cow.

Old Town Newhall

The next area we’ll look at is Old Town Newhall. They've been restoring Old Town Newhall, and it’s such a great little area. The beautiful restoration includes a brand new library, a new theater, and all kinds of restaurants, bars, and wineries.

There’s even a rooftop winery on Main Street that you’ve got to check out. Old Town Newhall is a great little area you can walk through. While it doesn't have big stores, there are little shops you can visit that are really nice.

On the third Thursday of every month from March through October, they have an event called SENSES Block Party. This party on the street includes bands, dancing, food trucks, and tastings from different restaurants on the street. During the holidays, they even have a tree lighting ceremony, along with more events on Main Street. Additionally, every Saturday morning features a farmer’s market, which you’ll want to check out as well.

Hiking

Lastly, one of my favorite things to do is to hike. The hiking in Santa Clarita includes plenty of different areas that we have for hiking. There are easy trails where you can take kids and dogs along with more difficult trails as well. We are surrounded by mountains here in the Santa Clarita Valley, so many of our hikes have some incredible views.

If you like hiking, I definitely recommend you check these trails. Even if you don’t like hiking, there are some easier trails that offer beautiful views and scenery.

Enjoy Santa Clarita Living

I hope this gave you some insight into all the things you can do in Santa Clarita Valley and our surrounding areas. If you're thinking of moving to the city of Santa Clarita, there are many options for you. You can always feel free to reach out and give us a call.

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