Skull Rock and Temescal Falls Loop in Topanga State Park
The Skull Rock and Temescal Falls Loop in Topanga State Park offers hikers a diverse experience, featuring lush shaded trails, exposed steep climbs, and gorgeous ocean views. Along the route, you'll encounter the intriguing Skull Rock formation, which resembles a skull, and a small cascade known as Temescal Falls. The trail also provides panoramic vistas of the Pacific Ocean and the surrounding Santa Monica Mountains, making it a rewarding adventure for those seeking both natural beauty and a solid workout. #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Nature #Loop #Rock #Waterfall #Pacific #Ocean #Sea #Overlook
- Distance: 4.2 mi
- Elevation gain: 1,099 ft
- Maximum elevation: 1,401 ft
- Elevation loss: 1,099 ft
- Minimum elevation: 351 ft
- Moving time: 1 h 16 m
- Moving speed: 3.3 mph
- Maximum speed: 6.4 mph
- Total time: 1 h 18 m
- Global speed: 3.2 mph
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- Distance: 4.2 mi
- Elevation gain: 1,099 ft
- Maximum elevation: 1,401 ft
- Elevation loss: 1,099 ft
- Minimum elevation: 351 ft
- Moving time: 1 h 16 m
- Moving speed: 3.3 mph
- Maximum speed: 6.4 mph
- Total time: 1 h 18 m
- Global speed: 3.2 mph
About this trail
Name: Skull Rock and Temescal Falls Loop in Topanga State Park trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track
Coordinates: 34.05380 -118.54303 34.07084 -118.52824
Topography: Los Angeles topographic map, elevation, terrain
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