Dorothy Drive
Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, Los Angeles County, CA
Out-and-back trail in Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, Los Angeles County, CA. Hiking & Walking.
- Distance
- 1.1 mi (1.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 85 ft (26 m)
- Est. Time
- 25 min
- High point
- 522 ft (159 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about Dorothy Drive
How long is Dorothy Drive?
Dorothy Drive is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) long. Most people take about 25 min. It climbs 85 ft (26 m) in total, up to a high point of 522 ft (159 m).
How hard is Dorothy Drive?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Dorothy Drive?
Parking at the far end, Fee. Closest lot to the start: Piuma Lot. 5 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Dorothy Drive?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Dorothy Drive shaded?
Partly shaded (63% under trees).
Is Dorothy Drive good for kids?
Yes, it is marked as kid friendly. It is marked as wheelchair accessible.
What can you do on Dorothy Drive?
Best for Hiking. Also: Walking. Surface: paved.
Where can you eat near Dorothy Drive?
Balaji Canteen, 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat.
Is this a good week for Dorothy Drive?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Dorothy Drive
- Tapia Spur Trail Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area · Easy · 3 mi (4.8 km)
- Piuma Connector Trail Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area · Easy · 0.6 mi (0.9 km)
- Cottontail Trail Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area · Easy · 0.6 mi (1 km)
- Ann Skaeger Trail Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.6 km)
- Waycross Road Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.6 km)
- Crags Road Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area · Moderate · 5.8 mi (9.4 km)
- Grasslands Trail Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area · Easy · 1.5 mi (2.4 km)
- Ridge Trail Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area · Easy · 2 mi (3.2 km)
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