Encino is situated in the central portion of the southern San Fernando Valley and on the north slope of the Santa Monica Mountains, perfect for those who work on Los Angeles’ Westside, but want a more suburban life. Encino offers an array of suburban strip malls and the Encino Commons, featuring restaurants, shops, and movie theaters. If you’re looking for outdoor activities, there is Balboa Park, featuring Lake Balboa, outdoor BBQ areas and the Balboa Sports Complex, complete with tennis courts, basketball courts, and a baseball diamond.