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The Hub (Topanga State Park) – San Vicente Mountain Viewpoint loop from Lower Tram Station

The Hub (Topanga State Park) – San Vicente Mountain Viewpoint loop from Lower Tram Station

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The Hub (Topanga State Park) – San Vicente Mountain Viewpoint loop from Lower Tram Station

04:16

51.5km

1,120m

Gravel riding

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: June 16, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 181 m for 104 m

After 51.3 km for 104 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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6.04 km

Mandeville Canyon Road

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Mandeville Canyon Road is a fantastic place for cycling. The climbing is considerable as you weave up and away from the city with increasingly fantastic views. It's tough going up, but well worth it. The descent is exceptionally fun.

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11.6 km

Mandeville Canyon Park

Nature Reserve

13.3 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 Vicente Mountain Park, offering sweeping views of the city, mountains, and adjcent canyons. The wide fire road is ideal for biking, but is not a technical trail. It is popular with horseback riders and and hikers, so be on the look out for them. There is little shade so it can get hot, but this means that you get great views! The trail can be accessed from Mandeville Canyon Park in Santa Monica at the staging area at the end of Westridge Road, with access on the west side of the lot.

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14.6 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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17.5 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 good. You get great vistas of the Santa Monica Mountains, Encino Reservoir and the San Fernando Valley. There is a restroom and a toilet here.

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24.3 km

Temescal Ridge Trail (Fire Road 30), Topanga State Park

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Temescal Canyon Road is a great dirt road to ride. Whether you're grinding uphill or zipping down, this is a great path to use to connect the northern and southern paths in the Temescal Peak area.

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26.5 km

The Hub (Topanga State Park)

Highlight • Viewpoint

The perfect spot for a snack. Take a seat and enjoy the pretty views over the Santa Monica Mountains.

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34.3 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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35.5 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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51.5 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.1 km

13.6 km

10.7 km

7.66 km

1.46 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

22.4 km

20.3 km

7.00 km

1.54 km

262 m

Elevation

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Highest point (590 m)

Lowest point (120 m)

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Wednesday 24 June

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The Hub (Topanga State Park) – San Vicente Mountain Viewpoint loop from Lower Tram Station

Mandeville Canyon Road

West Mandeville Fire Road

West Mandeville Ridge Trail

San Vicente Mountain Nike Missile Radar Tower

Temescal Ridge Trail (Fire Road 30), Topanga State Park

The Hub (Topanga State Park)

Sullivan Canyon Overlook

San Vicente Mountain Viewpoint

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