Dirt path, not much to see or say. It's a wide-open area to get some good walking in. At the beginning of the trail there's a little area to get some pull-ups in but yeah not really much to see. Good place to walk outside. Warning, no bathrooms or water fountains read more

Westchester Fire Road/Trail - Hiking Near Me - Westchester, California

A good local walking trail. Open during this pandemic. Some people weren't wearing mask as much there were people were wearing masks just Incase you were wondering.I did (: even if it did feel like 100+ degrees It was a quiet and relaxing trail. It was my first time and definitely would recommend if you're looking for a very local hiking trail. The entrance we came thru was from the neighborhood area and it split into left and right. We decided to go right which led us to I'm guessing what was the "creek" next time we'll see where the left side takes us (: read more

Westchester Fire Road/Trail - Hiking Near Me - Westchester, California

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I feel this path is better suited for bike riding or jogging. In fact out of the 10 people that I saw, I was the only person walking. I think the reason is that there isn't too much to see and the walk is a little boring. There is a parallel path which looked much more interesting but was unfortunately closed. A sign said it was closed to protect the natural habitat or something to that effect. On a clear day I think you'd get a good view of the Santa Monica Mountains but in general you get to look out industrial buildings and a housing development. I'm sure it was nicer 10 years ago or so when it was just marshland. This trail is more geared for people living in Westchester or doing something at LMU that day, it's not really worth the drive for anyone else. The trail has pockets of shade here and there but for the most part it can get quite hot. I used the Dunbarton street entrance side which has plenty of parking. That entrance intersects the fire road more than half way to the PCH. I ended up not doing the east part of the hike to Cort Park park because I was too hot and bored to continue. read more

Westchester Fire Road/Trail - Hiking Near Me - Westchester, California

This place is truly a hidden gem in Westchester. It's a great place to go for a walk especially if you have dogs. Many people let their dogs off leash even though you are technically not supposed to. The entrance is up on the bluff between two houses. Its like a secret pathway since there aren't any signs pointing to it. I definitely recommend bringing your camera or phone to take pictures during your first visit as the view is breathtaking especially on a clear day. If you are out of shape be sure to bring some water as there are no water fountains anywhere along the road and the walk back up the hill is a killer in the blazing sun. Shade is also extremely limited, most of the trail is in full sun. I suggest going early in the morning for the most shade. There is the paved trail that leads down from the street entrance. At the bottom of the hill, you can go three different directions. The trail that goes to the west is 1.6 miles and lets out just below the LMU fountain on Lincoln. The trail in the middle of the fork was reopened fairly recently and runs along the same route as the west trail but it goes along the little creek. The trail that goes east is only 0.8 miles and lets out on W Bluff Creek Drive near Sepulveda. (I used the app Footpath to measure the distance beginning at the Altamor Drive entrance) read more

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This is a unique find in the bluffs overlooking Playa Vista. It's basically a fire road - some is paved while most of it is not. Take Dunbarton Ave until it ends at the bluffs. There's a path/walkway between 2 homes. Supposedly, dogs must be leashed but we've been coming here for years and it's not strictly enforced. There's a lot of rugged landscape (read: lizards, foxtails) which dogs love but may be dangerous. There's no shade so it gets pretty hot in the daytime. However the view is spectacular. You get views of Playa Vista and the Howard Hughes backlots (the road stretches from as far West to Lincoln and East so that you can see most of Jefferson Blvd). read more

Cool little fire road trail. Took my mountain bike here for the first time, and would say anyone can bike this trail, from beginner, +. Use the Lincoln Blvd. trailhead if you want the wind at your back. Very little climbing, with a mix of old paved fire road, and hard packed dirt. read more

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FYI, there are actually three entrances to this road: (1) One entrance to this road comes down from the Westchester Bluffs neighborhood. You can enter on a paved path between two houses. There are hedges on either side and even though it's not marked, it's easy to spot. Right now there is a portable basketball hoop in front of the entrance. If you want to map it or it put it your nav system, the two neighboring houses are 6829 and 7301 Altamor Dr. There is plenty of free street parking in this residential neighborhood, and even some lovely shade trees to keep your car cool while you work out! This route leads to a narrow path running next to a narrow drainage ditch that runs down a steep hill. Mamas, hold on to your strollers and your kids on this route, you wouldn't want anyone rolling away down this hill! When you enter this way, you're basically right above Centinela and Jefferson (where the Starbucks is) but you can't see that because the soundstages and old Howard Hughes buildings are blocking the view. The Westchester Bluffs entrance is about a third of the way from the western entrance. (2) The next entrance is down near the undeveloped eastern side of Playa Vista, on the same road as the new Steve Soboroff Court Park, right before you get to Artisans Way. From the road you can see what looks like a cattle gate on the ground, but other than that it's easy to find and access. Right next to this entrance is the beginning of the Playa Vista riparian corridor/fancy storm drain, and it's lovely to hear the running water and see the dappled light underneath the trees and plantings. There is free parking in this area as well. (3) The last entrance is right off Lincoln, just above the Playa Vista Sports Park and below the Loyola Marymount fountain and sign as you're heading toward Westchester. There is basically has no real parking for this entrance, although you could plausibly just pull into a corner of the gravelled path and take your chances. You can see the chain-link gate from the street so it should be easy enough to find. This hiking path seems to be frequented by mostly LMU people and local Westchester and Playa Vista folks, including bicyclists, dog walkers and joggers. It's said to be a fire road, but it almost seems to be more of an access road for various city waterworks that are visible on the south (bluffs) side of the path. Oh well, there's no saying that it can't be for both. Anyway, this is is a nice walk, which runs the full extent of Playa Vista, from Lincoln all the way to almost Centinela. The path has a view of the riparian corridor and the Playa Vista construction below, and Westchester homes and LMU facilities (including the famous hill sign) above. This walk has a respectable amount of California chapparal flora and fauna. There are the usual non-native species, but there's not too much wild mustard and radish (although there is plenty of that awful castor-bean plant and tons of ice plant), During the summer, lobelia, wild rose, "soap plant," calabazilla melons, sage, manzanita and tree tobacco are all in evidence. As for wildlife, in addition to plenty of skittering bluebelly lizards, buzzing dragonflies and flitting butterflies, there are a variety of birds, including red-tailed hawks, peregrine falcons, finches, mockingbirds and hummers. Dog people seem to love this path. There are signs saying keep your dog leashed, but most people seem to ignore that real and make it up by faithfully removing their dog's waste. (Some extra bags are made available by interested locals, who have also posted signs.) Anyway, this looks to be great for dogs because there's just not that many ways that respectable dogs can get in trouble up here. The path is fenced for most of the way and there's not really anywhere to go even if they were to run up or down a hill for a while. At one point near LMU a couple of PVC pipes are draining water onto the path and some cunning fellow put a couple of basins underneath the outlets, so thirsty passing dogs and other wildlife can slurp up a drink of fresh water as needed. The appeal of this road is that it's basically an abandoned or underused service road with not much foot traffic, all things considered. It's not the prettiest or most sophisticated jogging trail you've ever been on, but what it lacks in amenities it makes up in peace and freedom. Definitely worth checking out if you're a local or if you're just dying for some new scenery! read more

I went here because of all the great reviews on yelp and I have to say, they're spot on! Easiest way for me to get there: GPS: 6829 Altamor Dr., LA, CA I know there are several ways to get there, but that's the easiest way to park and once you enter in between the bushed-lined sidewalk, you're smack-dab in the middle of the trail. There are two parallel trails: one that is somewhat paved and the other that is dirt. I could only figure out how to get to the dirt path by taking the "paved" road east then entering a gate onto the dirt path (the gate is almost always open). Pros: + a good amount of runners / walkers but not too much where you feel it's crowded + signs say that all dogs need to be leashed, but 4/5 dogs aren't. + all the dogs are friendly and obedient. + there are two trashcans if you need to pick up after your dog + sometimes other owners will tie extra doggy bags if you forget to bring your own + all passersby seem very friendly + great scenery and lots of greenery Cons: + i can't find any other entrance + (this is a pro and a con) - security trucks will often drive on the paved areas to make sure the area is safe (this is only a con because i feel like i have to leash my dog when they drive by) read more

Alternate entrance: easy access in front of the LMU fountain for those living in Playa Vista (trail runs all the way out to the Dunbarton entrance). This also connects across Lincoln Blvd to the Playa Bluff trail overlooking the Ballona Wetlands. read more

Apparently I'm the only one who had trouble finding this place. I saw a girl running down the street and disappear....so I followed her! It took me onto the concrete path, I couldn't access the dirt path until I reached all the way to the end. It also seems that the end and start of the trails are blocked by cattle guards that saw private property. I guess nobody listens to those because I think those are the other two entrances! Overall a nice find in the middle of suburbia read more

Ok...is it just me because I don't consider this a "hike." The hybrid dirt trail/paved road is underneath a cliff of houses and above a playground, school, and eventually industrial-looking business complexes. It's actually a pretty lengthy trail but would feel boring and repetitive on the return trip since it loops around and you would be retracing your steps. My advice for if you do decide to "hike" this road/trail: call an Uber when you get to Bluff Creek Drive :) read more

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I really love this place. With Playa Vista becoming the next cool area the landscape is changing rather quickly. It's great for dogs. Okay for jogging on the lower trail. read more

Great walk with my dog! Lots of places for him to smell and a wide trail with some nice views of the Ballona wetlands.

I liked it. But because I enjoy the juxtaposition of nature and industry. It was a pleasant walk filled with the rich smell of rosemary and the sounds of the birds. My girlfriend didn't think it very much of hike. She likes much more nature read more

Clean air, dogs are allowed on leash (even though everyone has them off leash), friendly people and just a beautiful, scenic walk! I'll be coming back a lot with my dog! read more

Went for a walk with my hubby and dog here yesterday. It's nice to have a flat, non-crowded place to walk for a while. The wildflowers were in full bloom on either side of the trail, which was really nice. The view itself isn't great, but you can look out over Playa Vista and what appears to be some construction zones. The trail was very easy to find based on the other reviews. read more

It's a great trail with a great view of Playa Vista and looking up towards the LMU sign. Totally worth checking out.

I'm new to the area and have no idea where Dunburton Ave is. I'm on Lincoln and La Tijera at the Park West Aprts. Can anyone help me find this trail? read more

My work is literally at the one of the openings to this fire road so the location is great. It is a great way to get of the streets while running and there is something of a view for part of the time. The road is half paved and half dirt. I plan on doing more running these days so if you go and check it out you might see me there ;) read more

Love this trail! People actually pick up after their dogs and it's less than a mile from where we live. Everyone is super friendly and considerate. read more