Exploring the Filming Locations of Encino Man

TLDRJoin us as we uncover the hidden filming locations of the 1992 comedy Encino Man! From dave's house to the ice skating rink, we've got it all covered.

Key insights

🎥The majority of Encino Man was filmed in the San Fernando Valley, not in Encino as the title suggests.

🏠Dave's house, where many important scenes take place, still closely resembles its appearance in the movie.

⛸️The ice skating rink scene was filmed at the Ice Capade Chalet at Laurel Plaza, which no longer exists.

🎢Mega Mountain, where Link and Stoney go to ride the Vapor in reverse, is actually Six Flags Magic Mountain.

🚗The drivers training scene was filmed at LA Mission College, which has since undergone changes.

Q&A

Where was Encino Man primarily filmed?

The majority of the movie was filmed in the San Fernando Valley, not in Encino as the title suggests.

Is Dave's house still recognizable?

Yes, Dave's house still closely resembles its appearance in the movie.

Where was the ice skating rink scene filmed?

The ice skating rink scene was filmed at the Ice Capade Chalet at Laurel Plaza, but the location no longer exists.

What is the real location of Mega Mountain?

Mega Mountain, where Link and Stoney go to ride the Vapor in reverse, is actually Six Flags Magic Mountain.

Where was the drivers training scene filmed?

The drivers training scene was filmed at LA Mission College, which has undergone changes since filming.

Timestamped Summary

00:07Introduction and motivation for exploring Encino Man filming locations.

00:47Overview of the filming locations being covered in the video.

02:20Detailed exploration of Dave's house, a key filming location that remains largely unchanged.

06:40Discussion of the non-Encino filming locations, including LA Mission College.

09:24Exploration of the convenience store scene at 7-Eleven, highlighting the changes in appearance.

10:58Investigation of the ice skating rink scene, which was filmed at the now-demolished Ice Capade Chalet.

12:19Coverage of the Mega Mountain scene, revealing it to be Six Flags Magic Mountain.

16:00Explanation of the LA Mission College filming location and its changes over time.