The Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area is a vast, protected area located in the heart of Southern California. Spanning over 150,000 acres, the area is home to a variety of wildlife, including mountain lions, bobcats, coyotes, and mule deer. The recreation area offers
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The Santa Monica Mountains are a coastal mountain range in Southern California, next to the Pacific Ocean. It is part of the Transverse Ranges. The Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area protects nearly all of this mountain range, and extends beyond it in places. Because of its proximity to densely populated regions, it is one of the most visited natural areas in California.