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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: 335 m
Maximum elevation: 427 m
Elevation loss: 335 m
Minimum elevation: 107 m

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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Trail profile

Distance: 4.2 mi
Elevation gain: 335 m
Maximum elevation: 427 m
Elevation loss: 335 m
Minimum elevation: 107 m

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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About this trail

Name: Skull Rock and Temescal Falls Loop in Topanga State Park trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: Temescal Canyon Road, Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, California, 90272, United States (34.05383 -118.52877)

End: Temescal Canyon Road, Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, California, 90272, United States (34.05380 -118.52871)

Coordinates: 34.05380 -118.54303 34.07084 -118.52824

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