National Parks Near Downey, California

Plan your next outdoor adventure with our complete guide to 52 national parks near Downey. The closest park is just 38.1 miles away—perfect for a quick day trip.

52
Parks Within Range
3
Within 100 Miles
38.1
Miles to Closest

Closest Parks (Within 100 Miles)

Perfect for day trips from Downey

⭐ Closest
Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area
38.1 mi (~46 min)

Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area

Calabasas, California
National Recreation Area
Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail
52.3 mi (~1 hr 3 min)

Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail

Richmond, Arizona
National Historic Trail
César E. Chávez National Monument
92.2 mi (~1 hr 51 min)

César E. Chávez National Monument

Keene, California
National Monument

Weekend Getaways (100-200 Miles)

Great for weekend trips from Downey

Cabrillo National Monument
101.6 mi (~2 hr 2 min)

Cabrillo National Monument

San Diego, California
National Monument
Channel Islands National Park
101.9 mi (~2 hr 2 min)

Channel Islands National Park

Ventura, California
National Park
Joshua Tree National Park
131.5 mi (~2 hr 38 min)

Joshua Tree National Park

Twentynine Palms, California
National Park
Mojave National Preserve
169.9 mi (~3 hr 24 min)

Mojave National Preserve

Kelso, California
National Preserve
Death Valley National Park
184.8 mi (~3 hr 42 min)

Death Valley National Park

Death Valley, California
National Park
Manzanar National Historic Site
192.5 mi (~3 hr 51 min)

Manzanar National Historic Site

Independence, California
National Historic Site
Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks
193.3 mi (~3 hr 52 min)

Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks

Three Rivers, California
National Parks
Castle Mountains National Monument
196.4 mi (~3 hr 56 min)

Castle Mountains National Monument

Barstow, California
National Monument

Extended Adventures (200-300 Miles)

Perfect for long weekend adventures from Downey

Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument
232.1 mi (~4 hr 39 min)

Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument

Nevada
National Monument
Pinnacles National Park
246.3 mi (~4 hr 56 min)

Pinnacles National Park

California
National Park
Lake Mead National Recreation Area
256.1 mi (~5 hr 7 min)

Lake Mead National Recreation Area

Arizona
National Recreation Area
Devils Postpile National Monument
259.5 mi (~5 hr 11 min)

Devils Postpile National Monument

California
National Monument
Yosemite National Park
281.6 mi (~5 hr 38 min)

Yosemite National Park

California
National Park

Planning Your Visit from Downey

Downey is perfectly positioned for exploring national parks across the region. With 3 parks within 100 miles, you can enjoy incredible outdoor adventures without extensive travel. Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area is your closest option at just 38.1 miles—approximately 46 min by car.

Best practices: Check individual park pages for current conditions, entrance fees, and reservation requirements. Many parks offer America the Beautiful passes for frequent visitors. Remember to practice Leave No Trace principles and respect all park regulations during your visit.

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