King Gillette Ranch, near Malibu, is among the newest Southern California parks. This Santa Monica Mountains land, once owned by razor magnate King C. Gillette, is a step back in time to the Southland’s golden age. (Lawrence K. Ho / Los Angeles Times)
The long driveway leading to the Gillette mansion is lined with eucalyptus. (Lawrence K. Ho / Los Angeles Times)
Deer are a common sight on the grounds. (Lawrence K. Ho / Los Angeles Times)
A fountain graces the courtyard of of the Spanish Colonial revival mansion. (Lawrence K. Ho / Los Angeles Times)
A tranquil view of the ranch is framed by the arched courtyard of the Gillette mansion. (Lawrence K. Ho / Los Angeles Times)
A hiker walks toward Inspiration Point along one of the park’s trails. (Lawrence K. Ho / Los Angeles Times)
Valley oaks and sycamores are among the trees on the ranch property. (Lawrence K. Ho / Los Angeles Times)
A turtle basks in a pond on the grounds. The ranch is in the Malibu Creek watershed in the Santa Monica Mountains. (Lawrence K. Ho / Los Angeles Times)
The TV show “The Biggest Loser” is shot on the grounds of King Gillette Ranch. (Lawrence K. Ho / Los Angeles Times)
The view of Gillette mansion from Inspiration Point. (Lawrence K. Ho / Los Angeles Times)
