Santa Monica
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Santa Monica Pier, Boardwalk, and Beach Trail
Santa Monica, California
4.0
3.33 mi
/ 20 ft gain
Santa Monica Pier, Boardwalk, and Beach Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Santa Monica, California.
Spend a Day at the Santa Monica Pier
Santa Monica, California
4.2
*Unlimited photography options with the ferris wheel, beach, ocean, and sunsets
*Abundant people watching opportunities
*Plenty of ways to get a workout in including swimming, volleyball courts, running, or riding a bike
There is a bike and walking path that runs along the coast. One of my favorite things to do is walk the path and look at the beach houses to the north, or head south and chec...
Santa Monica Bike Path to Manhattan Beach Pier
Santa Monica, California
24.79 mi
/ 266 ft gain
Santa Monica Bike Path to Manhattan Beach Pier is an out-and-back trail where you may see local wildlife located near Santa Monica, California.
Run the Santa Monica Wooden Stairs
Santa Monica, California
4.0
The wooden Santa Monica Stairs are a great way to get in some intense leg burning cardio. There are around 120 steps that are steeper then the Santa Monica Concrete Stairs, which can provide a deep burn on the intended muscles!This place has been a hot spot in the Santa Monica fitness scene for some time so it is also a good place for meeting new, like-minded people but because of this parking ...
Run the Santa Monica Concrete Stairs
Santa Monica, California
3.0
0.1 mi
/ 111 ft gain
The concrete Santa Monica Stairs are a great way to get in some intense leg burning cardio. There are around 170 steps that are wider and easier than the Santa Monica wooden staircase.This place has been a hot spot in the Santa Monica fitness scene for some time so it is also a good place for meeting new, like-minded people, but because of this parking can be challenging. Best advice is to go e...
Beach Volleyball at Will Rogers State Beach
Santa Monica, California
5.0
At PCH and West Channel there is a tunnel that goes underneath the highway leading you directly onto the beach. In the tunnel take a left up the stairs onto the bike path. Head south 250 feet and you will hit the first set of courts but be aware you will need lines for these courts! If you want courts that have lines continue heading south to the Annenburg community center. It is an eight minut...
Venice Beach
Los Angeles, California
1.6 mi
/ 46 ft gain
Venice Beach is a loop trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Venice, California.
Will Rogers Trail
1501 Will Rogers State Park Road, California
4.02 mi
/ 328 ft gain
Will Rogers Trail is an out-and-back trail that is moderately difficult located near Pacific Palisades, California.
Inspiration Loop Trail
1501 Will Rogers State Park Road, California
4.01 mi
/ 948 ft gain
Inspiration Loop Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Los Angeles, California.
Places to stay
Palmdale, California
Meadow Group Campground
Overview
Meadow Group Campground is located off State Highway 2 between the Manzanita Loop of the Chilao Campground and the Chilao Ranger...
Palmdale, California
Coulter Group Campground
Overview
At Coulter Group Campground groups can relax and enjoy the experience of being outdoors without traveling far from the greater L...
Pearblossom, California
Bandido Group Campground
Overview
Groups of all types will enjoy staying at the Bandido Group Campground, which boasts beautiful scenery in a relaxing, rustic atm...
Castaic, California
Pyramid Lake Emigrant Landing Day Use Area
Overview
This facility does not accept reservations.
Emigrant Landing is the largest day use recreation area on beautiful Pyramid Lake. ...
Castaic, California
Pyramid Lake Los Alamos Campground
Overview
Los Alamos Campground is located 90 minutes from Los Angeles, offering a restful experience without the lengthy travel time. Gue...
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