Rivas Canyon 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
- 1,014 ft (309 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 50 min
- High point
- 778 ft (237 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Visitor center: Will Rogers Ranger Station 4.1 mi (6.7 km) from start
- Visitor center 4.1 mi (6.7 km) from start
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Questions about Rivas Canyon Trail
How long is Rivas Canyon Trail?
Rivas Canyon Trail is 4.1 mi (6.7 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 50 min. It climbs 1,014 ft (309 m) in total, up to a high point of 778 ft (237 m).
How hard is Rivas Canyon Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Rivas Canyon Trail?
Parking at the start, Fee. 2 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Rivas Canyon Trail?
Water at the trailhead only: carry enough. Toilets: Trailhead, 4.1 mi (6.7 km).
Is Rivas Canyon Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (59% under trees).
What can you do on Rivas Canyon Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Rivas Canyon Trail?
Café Vida, 0.6 mi (1 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Temescal Camp Store, 0.2 mi (0.3 km).
Is this a good week for Rivas Canyon 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.
Trails near Rivas Canyon Trail
- Temescal Ridge Trail Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area · Expert · 10.9 mi (17.5 km)
- Temescal-Will Rogers Connector Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.6 km)
- Temescal Canyon Trail Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area · Moderate · 3.8 mi (6.1 km)
- El Medio Connector Topanga State Park · Easy · 0.7 mi (1.1 km)
- High Point Trail Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area · Moderate · 4.1 mi (6.7 km)
- Rivas Ridge Trail Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area · Moderate · 2.9 mi (4.7 km)
- Bienveneda Trail Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area · Easy · 1.4 mi (2.3 km)
- Betty Rogers Trail Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area · Easy · 0.8 mi (1.3 km)
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