0.6 mi
Distance
12m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
About This Trail
Gizmo 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 0.6 miles long. The surface is dirt. Per OpenStreetMap contributors, it is closed to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Topanga, California, about 3 miles away in a straight line.
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 | 580 ft |
| End | 0.6 mi | 478 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- No horses
Bike and horse access: OpenStreetMap contributors, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
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 · about 3 mi away
- 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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Campgrounds near this trail
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