Nicholas Flat 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
- 4.7 mi (7.6 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,414 ft (431 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 15 min
- High point
- 1,686 ft (514 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Questions about Nicholas Flat Trail
How long is Nicholas Flat Trail?
Nicholas Flat Trail is 4.7 mi (7.6 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 15 min. It climbs 1,414 ft (431 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,686 ft (514 m).
How hard is Nicholas Flat Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is Nicholas Flat Trail shaded?
No shade: full sun.
What can you do on Nicholas Flat Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for Nicholas Flat 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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