Conejo Valley Botanic Garden

Great site for a peaceful afternoon walk. Nice views of the region from the hilltop, including the Santa Monica Mountains to the south, the Los Padres National Forest in the distant north, and Wildwood and Tarantula Hill to the west. Lots of species of flowers, trees, and other plants, including a cactus garden. You may catch a sight of a shy coyote in the bushes, a lizard sunning itself on a rock, or butterflies practicing their aerobatics. Shady benches for relaxing contemplation abound. Entry is free, and free parking and good bathrooms are at the base. You can also stroll around grassy Dover & Hendrix park, which is next door. Just a 3 minute drive from the Oaks Mall, the Garden is Conejo Valley's secret gem!

Peaceful Thursday afternoon walking the garden. The park has a nice combination of sun & shade and the views are awesome. Definitely a place to check out the sunset. Will have to come back for that. I really enjoyed sitting in the bird habitat area. Saw butterflies, birds, hummingbirds, & rabbits. The only important issue is the restroom situation. The restroom at the parking lot by the Kid's Adventure Garden is only opened if the group picnic area is in use. Not happy that I had to walk to the community center at the adjacent park. I did see a porta potty inside the gardens but who wants to use that in 80 degree weather.

Always a beautiful walk no matter what season. Dogs are allowed too so that’s a plus. You can explore all the little offshoot trails or hang out at a cute bench for hours here if you’d like.