Sycamore Canyon Scenic and Great Dune View Trails ~ Gentler Intermediate

Scenic and Great Dune View Trails Loop in Sycamore Canyon is a heavily trafficked stunningly picturesque portion of the west end of Malibu. The thigh-high vegetation allows for open views both up Big Sycamore Canyon and down on the blue waters beyond the mouth of the canyon.
From the top of Scenic Trail, make a hard left on a trail that traverses the ridge framing the west side of the bottom of Big Sycamore Canyon which offers breathtaking views of the Canyon and the ocean with striking sea breezes. Sturdy shoes and hiking poles are recommended as some areas require rock scrambling for this highly rewarding ridge hike.
This hike is about 5-6 miles with approximately 1000’ of elevation gain/loss.

Directions:

From Ventura, take PCH eastward, and turn left 4 miles after Las Posas Road.

From Los Angeles, take PCH north, 21.5miles from Malibu Canyon Rd. On the right, you will find Sycamore Canyon campground which is the entrance to Sycamore Canyon Trail.

*** There is a parking fee of $3/hr or $12/day and free parking can be found along PCH between the entrance and Gaigan Sand Dune (1/4 mile from the campground - allow a few extra minutes if you park on PCH).

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• Don't show up unless you're shown on the "Attending" list.
• Plan on completing the entire hike at a moderate pace.

The hike host is a volunteer and not responsible for the group. Safety should be a priority for everyone in the group. Please treat this meet-up as hiking with a group of friends. If you become fatigued and unable to continue the hike, it is expected you will advise the hike host of this and return to our starting point on your own. If you are able to proceed, it is expected that you will maintain line of sight with other members of the group at all times and help to promote the group’s safety and fitness goals.
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