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Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area

Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area

The best running trails in Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area

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Running in Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes in Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: December 6, 2025

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1. Century lake and Mesa Peak loop from Calabasas — Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area

23.0km

02:56

830m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Brentwood Country Club & Santa Monica Beach Path loop from Pallisades Park — Los Angeles

21.2km

02:15

170m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Inspiration Point – Runyon Canyon Park

5.41km

00:45

220m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Temescal Ridge Trail loop from Pacific Palisades — Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area

5.56km

00:48

250m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Mishe Mokwa to Tri-Peaks and Sandstone Peak – Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area

11.2km

01:35

420m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best running trails in Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area

1. Century lake and Mesa Peak loop from Calabasas — Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area

2. Brentwood Country Club & Santa Monica Beach Path loop from Pallisades Park — Los Angeles

3. Inspiration Point – Runyon Canyon Park

4. Temescal Ridge Trail loop from Pacific Palisades — Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area

5. Mishe Mokwa to Tri-Peaks and Sandstone Peak – Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area

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