Near Backbone Trail - The Hub to Will Rogers State Park
Heading south on the Backbone Trail.
Near Backbone Trail - The Hub to Will Rogers State Park
Amazing view of Santa Monica, you can see Catalina Island on the left side of the photo
Near Backbone Trail - The Hub to Will Rogers State Park
Great view of the Pacific and Santa Monica.
Near Backbone Trail - The Hub to Will Rogers State Park
Steepest hill climb of the trail.
Near Backbone Trail - The Hub to Will Rogers State Park
Admiring the view at the inspiration point at Will Rogers State Park.

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Backbone Trail - The Hub to Will Rogers State Park

3.9 (7 Ratings)
This trail takes users on a scenic descent from the Hub to Will Rogers S.P., and varies from doubletrack to singletrack.
13.6
mi
Distance
2,135
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingCaveViewsWildflowersWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
13.57mi
Distance
2,135ft
Elevation Gain
2,135ft
Elevation Loss
55%
Max Grade
2,080ft
High Point
708ft
Low Point
Path Type
There and Back
Description
This trail begins in Topanga State Park and zigzags down from the Hub to Will Rogers State Park, providing a great route along the ridge. It is part of the eastside trail of the famous Backbone Trail in California.At the trailhead, go southeast (down); there will be a sign for Will Rogers in 7.0 miles. Continue on the trail for around 4 miles. You'll come to a junction and will want to stay right (going south). Merge onto the Will Roger's Inspiration Point Loop trail. Turn left to head up to Inspiration Point. Turning right is the final section of the Backbone trail and leads to the main Will Roger Park building with restrooms and water.Have fun!

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