Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 8, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.75 km

Woodland Hills viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

The views from this point are quite incredible and well worth the effort it takes to ride up to them. With dirt tracks, folded canyons and hardly a soul around, it's a perfect objective on a gravel adventure.

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6.13 km

Vanalden Cave

Highlight • Cave

Watch out for hikers on the way down, the trail is pretty narrow

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11.5 km

Sullivan Canyon Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

Your climb up to the ridgeline will be rewarded with an excellent view of the surrounding area.

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12.7 km

San Vicente Mountain Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

Here, you get a great view of the Santa Monica Mountains, the Encino Reservoir, the San Fernando Valley and the Los Angeles Basin.

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12.7 km

San Vicente Mountain Nike Missile Radar Tower

Highlight • Monument

This is a great little summit, it makes for a good effort just to get here. The views from this platformed type summit with its raised observation tower is super …

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15.7 km

West Mandeville Ridge Trail

Highlight • Trail

This is a pretty epic section to ride, with nice views of the city and surrounding mountains.

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16.6 km

West Mandeville Fire Road

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

West Mandeville Fire Road is a 3.7-mile trail located on the eastern edge of Topanga State Park. This popular, steep trail climbs from Santa Monica to Mulholland Drive and San …

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18.7 km

Mandeville Canyon Park

Nature Reserve

23.1 km

Sullivan Canyon Trail

Highlight • Trail

A fun trail with little jumps. Check the trail conditions before you go as this trail regularly gets damaged by heavy rains.

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39.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

23.8 km

7.75 km

4.86 km

3.06 km

Surfaces

35.0 km

3.51 km

562 m

305 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (580 m)

Lowest point (190 m)

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Monday 20 April

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