California, United States · North America
Acton is worth a stop: 15 minutes from Vincent, 44km from Mulholland Drive.
Acton is in California, United States, with about 7,600 people. You drive on the right here. The nearest town is Vincent, about 8 km away.
Acton () is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in Los Angeles County, California, United States. According to the 2020 census, Acton had a population of 7,431.
Acton is a small residential community located between the Sierra Pelona Mountains and the San Gabriel Mountains, near the AntelopeRead more
Valley. It is off the Antelope Valley Freeway (California State Route 14) south of Palmdale. Acton is roughly 20 miles (32 km) northeast of the San Fernando Valley, and 47 miles (76 km) north of downtown Los Angeles by highway. The town has a rural western theme which can be seen in its homes, commercial buildings and historical buildings, some of which date back to the late 1800s. The homes in the mountains around Acton have views of the valley below. In the valley are ranch style homes, often with equestrian facilities. Acton is grouped together with the Antelope Valley in the Los Angeles County General Plan. Acton has a Metrolink commuter rail station at Vincent Grade that is themed in an "old western" style and has been seen in various movies and commercials.
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Within an hour or so of Acton: Vasquez Rocks Natural Area (11 km), Newcomb's Ranch (24 km), Nethercutt Collection (30 km), Six Flags Magic Mountain (37 km).
The nearest famous roads are Mulholland Drive and Route 66 - Santa Monica End.
Acton is in California, United States, about 8 km from Vincent.
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Full driving guide for United States8 notable places within an hour's drive.
photogenic
Sandstone slabs tilted to 50 degrees by the San Andreas Fault, instantly recognisable from Star Trek and countless Westerns. Free entry and a short walk from the car park an hour north of Los Angeles.
11 km · about 20 min drive
cafe
A historic mountain lodge on the Angeles Crest Highway that has served as a meeting point for motorcyclists and drivers tackling LA's best mountain road since 1939.
24 km · about 25 min drive
museum
Lavish free museum showcasing meticulously restored antique and classic cars alongside mechanical musical instruments.
30 km · about 35 min drive
landmark
Thrill capital of the world near Los Angeles boasting more roller coasters than any other park on the planet.
37 km · about 45 min drive
landmark
Iconic 14-metre-tall white lettering on Mount Lee in the Santa Monica Mountains, the universal symbol of the entertainment industry.
39 km · about 45 min drive
landmark
The original Universal theme park and working film studio offering studio tours and movie-based attractions.
40 km · about 45 min drive
famous road
Winding road through the Santa Monica Mountains with LA city views
44 km · about 50 min drive
racetrack
The 'Fastest Road in the West': a sweeping 2.5-mile desert road course near Rosamond, open since 1953 and beloved by SoCal racers, film crews and track-day drivers.
45 km · about 50 min drive
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