The Groves Overlook – West Mandeville Fire Road loop from Expo/Sepulveda

The Groves Overlook – West Mandeville Fire Road loop from Expo/Sepulveda

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The Groves Overlook – West Mandeville Fire Road loop from Expo/Sepulveda

03:16

42.9km

930m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 25, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 24 m for 11 m

After 43.0 km for 11 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

Get Directions

10.6 km

MRCA Open Space

Nature Reserve

18.6 km

The Groves Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nicely developed overlook with a pull-out drive and space, partly tree-shaded green space, unfortunately the views are currently obstructed even from the very edge or the overlook area.

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19.9 km

East end of Dirt Mulholland Drive

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Beginning of the dirt section along Mulholland drive, a sweet section of gravel road with little to no vehicle traffic, apart from the occasional Park Service truck and a couple …

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19.9 km

Mulholland - Encino Hills Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great overlook to the North at the end of Encinitas Dr. Here begins the dirt section along Mulholland Drive, mostly manageable gravel with little to no vehicle traffic.

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27.9 km

West Mandeville Ridge Trail

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This is a pretty epic section to ride, with nice views of the city and surrounding mountains.

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28.8 km

West Mandeville Fire Road

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West Mandeville Fire Road is a 3.7-mile trail located on the eastern edge of Topanga State Park. This popular, steep trail climbs from Santa Monica to Mulholland Drive and San …

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29.4 km

West Mandeville Ridge Trail

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice view over LA and Pacific

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30.6 km

Mandeville Canyon Park

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This park has an old fire road — perfect for non-technical riders — and a more challenging singletrack trail that more or less parallels the fire road. Both run north …

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33.1 km

Mandeville Canyon Road is a fantastic place for cycling. The climbing is considerable as you weave up and away from the city with increasingly fantastic views. It's tough going up, but well worth it. The descent is exceptionally fun.

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