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Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation AreaUsing these maps, you can find some inspirational views at Circle X and many other National Park Sites.
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Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area
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Backbone trail hikes lead to views of mountains, canyons, and the Pacific Ocean.  

Did You Know?
Piece by piece, a trail is forging its way along the "backbone" of the recreation area. California State Parks took the first step toward a 65-mile Backbone Trail in 1978. With 5 miles left to go, single track trails and fireroads will unite this patchwork of public parklands from east to west.

Last Updated: August 20, 2006 at 15:38 EST