Encino is considered one of the best places to live in Los Angeles because of its beautiful hill-side homes, tree-lined streets, lush parks, and upscale shops and enticing eateries.
Located in the center of the southern region of San Fernando Valley, on the north side of the Santa Monica Mountains, Encino is east of Tarzana and west of Sherman Oaks.
Area Highlights
Encino offers many beautiful landscapes, high-end shopping, restaurants, entertainment, and nightlife. Here are just a few attractions:
- Top-ranking hiking trails include:
- Canyonback Trail
- San Vicente Mountain Park
- Temescal Canyon
- Balboa Sports Center Trails
- Recreation and Parks
- Encino Park
- Balboa Park and Public Golf Course
- Los Encinos State Historic Park
- Libbit Park
- Sepulveda Basin Recreation Area
- Shopping and Dining
- Encino Commons
- Plaza De Oro
- Encino Place
- Encino Courtyard
- Museums and Other Attractions
- De La Ossa Adobe
- The Japanese Gardens
- Encino’s Financial District
- Children’s carousal at Encino Place
Schools
Encino schools are part of the Los Angeles Unified School District. They include:
- Emelita Street Elementary School
- Encino Charter Elementary School
- Hesby Oaks Leadership Charter School (K-8 school)
- Fred E. Lull Special Education Center
- Lanai Road Elementary
- Birmingham High School
- Reseda High School
Private Schools in Encino include:
- Crespi Carmelite High School
- Holy Martyrs Armenian High School
- Los Encinos School
- Our Lady of Grace School
- Sage Academy
- Saint Cyril of Jerusalem
- Valley Beth Shalom Day School
- Westmark School
Encino Events
- The Valley Food Truck Festival
- Balboa Strawberry Festival
- A Taste of Encino
- Balboa Lake Music Festival