PICTORIAL GUIDE TO SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA HIGHWAYS

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SR-27

Topanga Canyon Boulevard

Runs from SR-1 at Topanga Canyon to SR-118 near Chatsworth Rocks

About State 27

Route 27 starts is journey at Pacific Coast Highway (SR-1), runs through the Santa Monica Mountains, then through the San Fernando Valley finally ending at the 118 Freeway. Topanga Canyon Blvd varies from a two-lane road in the south to a six-lane boulevard in the San Fernando Valley. South of US 101, State 27 is a very scenic route with lots of curves and vistas to enjoy. As it connects with PCH, it can get very busy on weekends.

Pictorial Guide

1934 Arch bridge over Topanga Creek near Fernwood.
1934 Arch bridge over Topanga Creek near Fernwood.
Deck view of the 1934 arch bridge. Note the detailed tiles at the end of the railing.
Deck view of the 1934 arch bridge. Note the detailed tiles at the end of the railing.
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Old segment of Topanga in the San Fernando Valley between Marilla Street and Plummer Street. This twin-slab concrete dates to 1930. Topanga Canyon Blvd was realigned here in 1972.
Aerial view of Topanga Canyon Blvd between Marilla Ave and Plummer St showing the old alignment on both sides of Topanga.

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