Malibu Creek State Park Loop (CA)

Los Angeles County, California, United States

14.1 miles (22.8 km) · 2,864 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Route facts

Distance	14.1 mi (22.8 km)
Elevation gain	2,864 ft (873 m)
Average gain	202 ft per mile (38 m per km)
Longest climb	6.0 mi, 1,881 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	19.8%
Runnable	53% of the route
Climbs / descents	2 climbs, 3 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	10.9 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	15%
Mild uphill	17%
Moderate uphill	10%
Steep uphill	18%
Mild downhill	10%
Moderate downhill	11%
Steep downhill	19%

Questions about Malibu Creek State Park Loop (CA)

How much elevation gain does Malibu Creek State Park Loop (CA) have?

Malibu Creek State Park Loop (CA) has 2,864 ft (873 m) of elevation gain over 14.1 miles (22.8 km). That averages 202 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Malibu Creek State Park Loop (CA)?

The difficulty score for Malibu Creek State Park Loop (CA) is 10.9 of 100. That is harder than 72.9% of routes at a similar distance. About 53% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Malibu Creek State Park Loop (CA)?

The longest climb on Malibu Creek State Park Loop (CA) runs 6.0 miles (9.7 km) and gains 1,881 ft (573 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 19.8%.