West Bluff 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 & Walking.
- Distance
- 1 mi (1.6 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 161 ft (49 m)
- Est. Time
- 25 min
- High point
- 194 ft (59 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Peak: Malibu Bluffs Peak 0.6 mi (1 km) from start
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Questions about West Bluff Trail
How long is West Bluff Trail?
West Bluff Trail is 1 mi (1.6 km) long. Most people take about 25 min. It climbs 161 ft (49 m) in total, up to a high point of 194 ft (59 m).
How hard is West Bluff Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for West Bluff Trail?
3 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on West Bluff Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is West Bluff Trail shaded?
Mostly exposed (15% under trees).
Is West Bluff Trail good for kids?
Yes, it is marked as kid friendly.
What can you do on West Bluff Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Walking.
Where can you eat near West Bluff Trail?
Light House, 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Ralphs, 0.9 mi (1.5 km).
Is this a good week for West Bluff 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 West Bluff Trail
- East Bluff Trail Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area · Easy · 1.1 mi (1.7 km)
- Malibu Bluffs Trail Connectors Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.9 km)
- Coastal Slope Trail Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area · Hard · 5.6 mi (9 km)
- Corral Canyon Trail Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area · Easy · 2 mi (3.3 km)
- Malibu Lagoon Beach Access Trail Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area · Easy · 0.6 mi (1 km)
- Humaliwu Trail Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.4 km)
- Malibu Lagoon Route Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area · Easy · 1.3 mi (2.1 km)
- De Bell Ranch Trail Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area · Easy · 2.2 mi (3.5 km)
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