Dead Horse Trail (Backbone Trail)
1.3 mi
Distance
25m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
About This Trail
Dead Horse Trail (Backbone Trail) is a point-to-point trail in Topanga State Park, managed by the California Department of Parks and Recreation, in Los Angeles County, California. It is 1.3 miles long. Per OpenStreetMap contributors, it is closed to bikes. It is in or next to Topanga, California.
From the trail data on this page. For conditions and closures, see official sources.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 362 ft |
| End | 1.3 mi | 259 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
Bike access: OpenStreetMap contributors, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
Official sources & verification
Managed by California Department of Parks and Recreation
Source of truth
- Topanga State Park — official page
Park unit page with alerts and visitor information.
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Topanga, CA · in or next to town
- County:
- Los Angeles County, CA
- Jurisdiction:
- Topanga State Park · California Department of Parks and Recreation
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
Verify by phone or mail
- Operator:(818) 880-0363
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