Rancho Indalo is located to many other sites of interest in Southern California. While you are here, you may want to visit some other places in our own back yard-- all are less than an hour away from Rancho Indalo.
Agua Dulce Winery
located 7 miles away in nearby Agua Dulce, this locally-owned winery produces an excellent selection of award-winning wines. Open daily from 10AM to 5:30 PM for wine-tasting and tours.
For more information, visit their website at www.aguadulcevineyards.com.
William S. Hart Museum
Located 12 mile away in nearby Newhall, the museum is the former home and ranch of William S. Hart, silent film cowboy star and director. The Museum sits atop a hill within a large park area. The Spanish colonial Revival style mansion contains original furnishings, an impressive collection of western art, mementos of early Hollywood and Native American artifacts. In addition, there is a furnished 1910 ranch house which is open for unguided tours.
For more information, visit their website at www.hartmuseum.org.
Nethercutt Collection and Museum
Located 18 miles away in nearby Sylmar, the Nethercutt Collection and Museum features rare collectibles including antique furniture, mechanical musical devices, including orchestrions and reproducing pianos. At the heart of the museum, however, are over 250 antique and rare automobiles kept in working order.
For more information, visit their website at nethercuttcollection.org
Cowboy Poetry and Music Festival
Located 14 miles away in nearby Newhall, Melody Motion Picture Ranch is the site of the annual Cowboy Poetry and Music Festival, held the last weekend of April. Local and international stars perform during the weekend, and vendors sell a wide array of western art, jewelry, clothing, and housewares. The ranch, once owned by Gene Autry, is a location used by many old-time and modern Western films and TV shows, including HBO's DEADWOOD.
For more information, including dates, visit the festival's website at www.cowboyfestival.org.
Six Flags Magic Mountain
For the adventurous, Six Flags Magic Mountain is located 16 miles away in nearby Valencia. It contains some of the most extreme rides in the United States, including the world's tallest and fastest stand-up rollercoaster. But it also has many family-friendly rides, too.
For more information, visit their website at www.sixflags.com/magicMountain/
