11.0 miles
Distance
1,847 ft
Climb
-1,868 ft
Descent
1,938 ft
High Point
-21 ft
Altitude change
620 ft
Altitude min
735 ft
Altitude start
715 ft
Altitude end
-87%
Grade max
94.8%
Grade min
5 miles
Distance climb
6 miles
Distance down
3,225 ft
Distance flat

Sullivan Canyon Trailhead to Westridge Loop

Detailed Description
SM Loop clockwise - MTB is a 11 mile moderately popular intermediate route located near Santa Monica California. This mountain bike only route can be used both directions. This route includes 8 trails. This route climbs 1,847 ft with a max elevation of 1,938 ft then descends -1,868 ft.

Trail Issues on Route

  • Minor Issue / Yellow: 1 trail (newest: May 31, 2026)
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Stats

  • Distance
    11 miles
  • Avg time
    1 hr 53 min
  • Altitude min
    620 ft
  • Altitude start
    735 ft
  • Altitude end
    715 ft
  • Climb
    1,847 ft
  • Descent
    -1,868 ft
  • Grade max
    -87%
  • Grade min
    94.8%
  • Distance climb
    5 miles
  • Distance down
    6 miles
  • Distance flat
    3,225 ft

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    Mountain Bike
  • Difficulty rating
    Blue
  • Route Type
    Loop
  • eBike Allowed
  • Bike type
    DH
  • Direction
    Both Directions
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    Recent Trail Reports Along Route

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    Gape Sale connector
    Jul 4, 2026 @ 5:58am (America/Los_Angeles)
    Jul 4, 2026
    Dry and loose, rutted too but typical for this time. Still rideable
    Sullivan Ridge Top
    Jul 4, 2026 @ 5:58am (America/Los_Angeles)
    Jul 4, 2026
    No issues, dry and loose but typical for this time of season
    Jedi Jumps
    Jul 4, 2026 @ 5:58am (America/Los_Angeles)
    Jul 4, 2026
    Dry, loose and rutted but still fun and fast!
    Gape Sale
    Jul 4, 2026 @ 5:58am (America/Los_Angeles)
    Jul 4, 2026
    Dry and loose with rutts. Typical for this time of season
    Jedi Approach
    Jul 4, 2026 @ 5:58am (America/Los_Angeles)
    Jul 4, 2026
    Fast, dry and loose. Still fun!
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