Temescal Ridge Trail loop from Will Rogers State Beach

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Temescal Ridge Trail loop from Will Rogers State Beach

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Temescal Ridge Trail loop from Will Rogers State Beach

01:50

5.76km

250m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 4, 2026

Tips

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Topanga State Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

Get Directions

483 m

Original Methodist Chautauqua Cafeteria & Meat Store

Highlight • Historical Site

Presbyterian Conference Grounds 1922
North Temescal Canyon Road at Sunset Boulevard.
This site once belonged to the Methodists and was the site of the yearly Chautauqua meetings and performances, which …

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1.35 km

Ocean Overview Lookout

Highlight • Viewpoint

A beautiful viewpoint with extensive views of the Los Angeles Basin. The route to here is hard going but well worth the effort.

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2.53 km

Viewpoint on Temescal Ridge Trail

Highlight • Viewpoint

A beautiful viewpoint over the whole Santa Monica Bay, Malibu and the entire Westside of Los Angeles. On clear days you can see Catalina Island.

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2.87 km

Temescal Ridge Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Temescal Ridge Trail is a classic windy steep lung bursting ridge run. From the southern start point at Temescal Gateway Park in Pacific Palisades, it quickly winds up the …

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5.76 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.69 km

695 m

240 m

108 m

Surfaces

4.69 km