Accessible Features at Point Dume SB
Accessible Features at California State Parks | Point Dume SB | Definitions and Terms | Activity Descriptions
Overview
Point Dume State Beach features headlands, cliffs, rocky coves, and vast beach access. The beach is presently operated by Los Angeles County, which also operates Zuma County Beach.At the end of Westward Beach Road, access to Point Dume Natural Preserve begins from the cul-de-sac. A gradual ascending trail leads to an ancient coastal bluff sand dune. Visitors are asked to stay on the trail in an effort to help preserve this unique sand accumulation. On a clear day, an incredible view encompassing the entire Santa Monica Bay, north Malibu Coast, inland Santa Monica Mountains and distant Catalina Island may be enjoyed from one of several overlooks within the preserve. Phone (310) 457-8143 for more information.
Trails
The Coreopsis Trail is ‘out-and-back’ accessible trail that is 0.09 miles each way from near the end of the Poppy Trail to Cliffside Drive. At about midpoint of this trail is a staircase down the bluff to Big Dume Beach. There are stairs at the end of the trail up to the sidewalk along Cliffside Drive. The trail offers views of the ocean and the Malibu Coastline. The surface is compacted aggregate for most of the trail. The trail is generally flat at less than 5% slopes with intermittent sections with 5% to 8%. There is generally accessible parking alongside Cliffside Drive at the trailhead of the Poppy Trail.The Coreopsis Loop Trail is ‘out-and-back’ accessible trail that is 0.12 miles each way from near the intersection of Cliffside Drive and Birdview Drive to an overlook on the bluff overlooking the ocean. The trail offers views of the ocean, Westward Beach, and the Malibu Coastline. The surface is compacted aggregate for most of the trail. The trail is generally flat at less than 5% slopes with intermittent sections with 5% to 7%. There is generally accessible parking alongside Cliffside Drive at the trailhead of the Poppy Trail.
The Poppy Trail is ‘out-and-back’ accessible trail that is 0.06 miles each way from Cliffside Drive to an overlook on the bluff overlooking the ocean. The trail offers views of the ocean, Big Dume Beach, and the Malibu Coastline. The surface is compacted aggregate for most of the trail. The trail is generally 7% to 8% slopes. There is generally accessible parking alongside Cliffside Drive at the trailhead of the Poppy Trail.
| Trail Name | Running Slope | Cross Slope | Trail Width | Trail Surface |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coreopsis Trail | 4% Average | 2.2% Average | 5 FT Average | Aggregate & Wood |
| 8% Maximum | 5% Maximum | 4 FT Minimum | ||
| Coreopsis Loop Trail | 3% Average | 2.7% Average | 5 FT Average | Aggregate & Wood |
| 7% Maximum | 5% Maximum | 5 FT Minimum | ||
| Poppy Trail | 6% Average | 3.3% Average | 5 FT Average | Aggregate & Wood |
| 8% Maximum | 5% Maximum | 5 FT Minimum |
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