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Mishe Mokwa Trailhead

FALL 2025 BACKBONE TRAIL 2024 #4 – Newton Canyon to Mishe Mokwa

Mishe Mokwa Trailhead Yerba Buena & Backbone Trail, Calabassas, CA, US

Our fourth Fall 2025 Backbone Trail hike in the Santa Monica Mountains is 16 mile, 2500 gain outing from the Newton Canyon Backbone Trailhead to the Mishe Mokwa Trailhead on the BBT. The outing will take us through Newton, Zuma, Trancas and Encinal Canyons then the Etz Meloy Trail, the newest addition to the BBT, […]

 

Trail statistics are approximate. For safety purposes always assume they are underestimated. But don’t be disappointed if they are overestimated. Bring more water and snacks than you think you’ll need.

Trail descriptions are based on previous hikes. Current conditions are unknown until arrival. Expect the unexpected and plan accordingly.

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