High Point Trail
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.
- Distance
- 4.1 mi (6.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,155 ft (352 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 55 min
- High point
- 1,722 ft (525 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Peak: Goat Peak (High Point) 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about High Point Trail
How long is High Point Trail?
High Point Trail is 4.1 mi (6.7 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 55 min. It climbs 1,155 ft (352 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,722 ft (525 m).
How hard is High Point Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for High Point Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on High Point Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is High Point Trail shaded?
Mostly exposed (14% under trees).
What can you do on High Point Trail?
Best for Hiking. Surface: dirt.
Where can you eat near High Point Trail?
Café Vida, 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Temescal Camp Store, 0.5 mi (0.8 km).
Is this a good week for High Point Trail?
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.
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