Hiking Trail Guide: Palos Verdes Views

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Palos Verdes Views

Distance
1.6 miles

Elevation
300 feet gain

Difficulty
2/10

City
Rancho Palos Verdes ,CA (90275) 17.35 miles from you Weather Map

Trailhead
From the 405 in Torrance, follow Crenshaw Blvd south to its end in Palos Verdes. Park in the Del Cerro Park, and walk a few hundred feet to the gate at the end of Crenshaw. Step around the gate, and follow the fire road.

Description

The is a short, pleasant hike that provides you with spectacular views of the Palos Verdes coastline. Catalina Island is clearly visible, and if the day is really clear you can see San Nicholas Island 70 miles out to sea. When you park your car in Del Cerro Park, walk up the grassy hill a few hundred feet to a great overlook. Next, double back to the street to the gate at the end of Crenshaw. Walk for about a half mile down the fire road to a small knoll covered with pine trees. Head left up a short trail to the pine trees for a great 150 degree view of the Palos Verdes coastline and islands.

While you are in the area, check out some of the million dollar homes, the wayfarers chapel, and some lovely paths along the edge of the peninsula. Note that the Shipwreck Trail described on this web site is also in this general area.

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