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West Trail (Spine Trail)

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 4.0 (3)
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  2. CA
  3. …Los Angeles
  4. Hollywood
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“A challenging trail that is easily accessible from the LA metro area for a good workout or day trip. ”

Zander Göpfert
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1.4

Miles

2.2

KM

70%

Runnable

1,294' 394 m

High

672' 205 m

Low

688' 210 m

Up

139' 42 m

Down

11%

Avg Grade (6°)

34%

Max Grade (19°)

Dogs Off-leash

Features Views

Closed dusk - dawn.

Recent trail work has been underway to repave sections of trail in the park and to add water fountains. Please respect all signage and closures.

Description

A steep running trail that, compared to Runyon Canyon Rd, feels more like a trail than a road. This route makes up a portion of the famous Runyon Canyon run and provides visitors with a strenuous and beautiful option into Runyon Canyon Park.

Flora & Fauna

Chaparral ecosystem dominated by shrubs such as sclerophyllous.

Contacts

Land Manager: NPS - Santa Monica Mountains

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Zander Göpfert
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  4.0 from 3 votes

#2

in Hollywood

#12365

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  4.0 from 3 votes
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#2

in Hollywood

#1,218

in California

#12,365

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Runyon Canyon Park North Entrance.
Sep 27, 2016 near Univers…, CA

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