State Parks has reopened the following areas:
• Polo Field
• Main Lawn
• Picnic Area
Partially Open:
• Inspiration Loop Trail (Prior to the fire, the trail was on track for a major trail project, which will require intermittent closures through the year.)
• Equestrian operations will be available on a smaller scale as restoration work continues.
Currently Closed:
• Backbone Trail
• Rivas Canyon/Temescal Trail
• Rustic Canyon Trail
The State Historic park occupies up to 100-acre land containing equestrian and barn facilities, stable and stalls, storage, ranch house, paved and unpaved roads, locker rooms, pasture land, private club, chain link fencing, split-rail fencing, and a tunnel of trees.
Site Condition
1/10/2025
The devastating Palisades Fire destroyed historic buildings and multiple structures at two California State Parks last night, including Will Rogers’ historic ranch house and buildings.
• Will Rogers’ historic ranch house and other historic buildings at Will Rogers SHP destroyed;
• Topanga Ranch Motel and all concessions destroyed;
• State Park employee residences destroyed;
• More than 30 structural losses at Topanga SP and Will Rogers SHP.
General Notes
updated to online 11.5.25 bd
Usage Restriction
No filming on weekends. Private vendor controls polo field.
Location Categories
AGRICULTURAL - Barns AGRICULTURAL - Farms / Ranches / Farm Stands CITIES, TOWNS & PUBLIC SPACES - Cityscapes / Aerial Views CITIES, TOWNS & PUBLIC SPACES - Historic Districts GARDENS - Estate Grounds / Formal / Manicured Gardens NATURAL LANDSCAPES / PARKS - Open Terrain / Scenic Vistas NATURAL LANDSCAPES / PARKS - State Parks SPORTS - Equestrian / Horseback Riding / Polo Fields
Within 30-Mile Studio Zone
Yes
Last Scouted Date
1/18/2026
Last Scouted By
Brandy Davis
Last Scouted For
CinemaScout
Location
1501 Will Rogers Park Road, at Sunset Boulevard
Pacific Palisades, California, 90272, United States
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