Since 1998 a giant happy face has adorned the hillside off Khuener Drive greeting all who descend down the 118 freeway into Simi Valley. Ironically the creation is from a resident of Notrthridge, who tried the same thing in a few locations in the San Fernando Valley, but ultimately found the perfect Hill in Simi Valley. Over the years the various property owners have been cooperative with him maintaining the Happy Face until recently the property was sold to a new owner ,who has not granted acces to the site.
Apparently, people missing the giant Happy Face gained access to the site and constructed a new and smaller version. The new version looks to be approximately half the size, but I am sure that those who have driven past the renegade landmark for the last 14 years are happy to see Happy Face Hill smiling again no matter how large or small. It would be wonderful if a more permanent Happy Face design were erected, as Simi Valley is truly a happy place to visit.
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Saw that today driving home and immediately smiled. 🙂
Every time I saw the original one, it made me smile, no matter how crappy my day was. And I missed it when it was gone. And while this is a smaller version, my smile was just a big when I saw it and realized Happy Face Hill was happy again.
Thanks Greg, It is great to have it back not matter how big or small. Amazing what a difference it makes to see it there.
we need to redo the heart, which was burned in the fire..
You can still see the heart
Someone just has to hit the design once or twice a month with some Roundup. I think that after the first rains and the new growth if the heart will need more work.