The Backbone Trail—A Map to Facilitate Public Review of Proposed Facilities and Trails

The 64-mile Backbone Trail was conceived more than 25 years ago. It was envisioned to be a cross-mountain recreational trail offering sweeping views of the ocean and inland valleys and connecting a number of public parks throughout the Santa Monica Mountains.

An interagency team of trail planners for the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area is preparing a regional Trail Management Plan that will address Backbone Trail access, backcountry camps, and trailhead facilities. This map will be used for public review. The information depicted on the map is in draft form and subject to change before official public review.