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Malibu Creek State Park

Malibu Creek State Park

The best running trails in Malibu Creek State Park

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Running in Malibu Creek State Park 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 Malibu Creek State Park—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: November 26, 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. Crags & High Road loop via Grasslands Trail — Malibu Creek State Park

10.3km

01:13

170m

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

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3. The Helipad – Grasslands Trail loop from Calabasas

17.2km

02:01

330m

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

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4. Malibu Creek rock pools – Grasslands Trail loop from Calabasas

17.8km

02:14

420m

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

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5. Castro Peak Motorway Trail – The Helipad loop from Calabasas

24.3km

02:57

760m

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

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The best running trails in Malibu Creek State Park

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

2. Crags & High Road loop via Grasslands Trail — Malibu Creek State Park

3. The Helipad – Grasslands Trail loop from Calabasas

4. Malibu Creek rock pools – Grasslands Trail loop from Calabasas

5. Castro Peak Motorway Trail – The Helipad loop from Calabasas

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