Backbone Trail

based on 5 tracks & routes #5 hike out of 18 in
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5.1 mi
Distance
2 hrs 38 min
Time
terrain
686 ft
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Overview

This is a moderate one way trail in Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area.

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Alternate Routes

  1. Backbone Trail
    ★ ★ MODERATE 5.3 mi

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  1. Castro Peak via Backbone Trail
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  6. Zuma Ridge Trail
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  7. Charmichael Road Trail Loop
    ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ EASY 2.1 mi
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    ★ ★ ★ ★ DIFFICULT 8.3 mi
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    ★ ★ ★ DIFFICULT 66.3 mi