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Topatopa Bluff

The first 3.5 miles of the trail climbs up a dirt trail at a relatively easy grade. When I say easy, I should clarify that the climb is relentless. The total elevation gained is around 4500-ft over nearly 8 miles. This is not easy; it’s the type of hike that just completely wears you down. But worth it.

For more details, check out the Norcalhiker blog post on this trip.
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Know Before You Go

  • Topatopa Bluff trail is a challenging 13.8-mile hike near Santa Paula, CA.
  • The trail gains approximately 4500 feet in elevation over 8 miles, making it a strenuous climb.
  • Despite the difficulty, the hike is considered worthwhile.
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Distance
13.8 mi
Difficulty
Strenuous
Type
Out-and-Back
Est. Time
6.9 hrs
Elev. Gain
4,889'
Rating
0.0
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Added
February 22, 2017
Updated
February 11, 2020

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Total Change
4,551'
Ascent
4,889'
Descent
4,881'

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Trails near Santa Paula, CA
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Features

Vista / Lookout Point
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Points of interest

  1. Parking

    34.449507, -119.132969
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  2. Main Trailhead

    34.449778, -119.134214
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Safety information

For your own safety: plan ahead, let someone know where you'll be, and hike at your own risk.

Hazards

Lyme and Other Tickborne Diseases (CDC)

Availability

Winter

Surface type

Dirt

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