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Summary: This is one of the nicest hikes in Southern California. It starts out along Westward beach, where you can watch rock climbers traversing the volcanic outcroppings. A paved trail takes you to the top of the point, where you have a stunning view of the channel Islands, and a perfect spot for sighting whales. The trail then drops down into lovely Dume Cove and travels next to the water for a mile or so until you reach Paradise Cove pier. Check the tide tables before you go, as hiking is easiest at low tide. Think ahead and make reservations at the restaurant at Paradise Cove for a mid-hike lunch or dinner. Highly recommended. Trailhead: From the Pacific Coast Highway, about 25 miles upcoast from Santa Monica and just down coast from Zuma Beach County Park, turn oceanward on Westward Beach Road and follow it to its end at a (fee) parking lot. (Lat:34.00328 Lon:-118.80902) Trail Guides for Point Dume: Afoot & Afield In Los Angeles by Jerry Schad (Wilderness Press) Hike Los Angeles Volume 1 by Dennis Gagnon (Western Tanager Press) California Hiking by Tom Stienstra & Ann Marie Brown (Foghorn Press) Best Seasons: Year-Round User Groups: Hikers Ranger Contact: Santa Monica Mtn Recreation Area, 818-597-9192 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Jim Zuber, who has posted 105 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Page 1 of 4 Submit your own review 
Reviewed by didjital on 3/7/2008 Tide info: http://www.tides.info/?command=view&location=Santa+Monica%2C+California 
Reviewed by alex on 2/20/2008 i was here about 6 months agao, i love it!!!!!!great walk up the hill and great rock views.
Reviewed by M.N. 11 on 1/3/2008 LOVE LOVE LOVE this place.. Not much of a hike but the view is Awesome when you reach the cliff.. You could stay there for hours and wait until the whales and dolphins shows up.. Definitely a very peaceful, relaxing place..
Reviewed by loved it on 8/27/2007 also, i think that Beaches was filmed at the cute (albeit heavily barb-wired) cottage in the cove 
Reviewed by chl on 6/26/2007 This didn't feel as much like a hike than it did as a stroll on the beach. Free parking was easy to find on a weekday. We had to turn back because the tide was coming in. I agree with checking the tide charts before you hike. It seemed like a tidepool graveyard with all of the sea urchins and sea stars washing ashore.
Reviewed by Teresa on 6/14/2007 I already submitted my review below. However I was watching a movie called Love Don't Cost A Thing. The beach scene was shot at Point Dume! It was awesome!!!
Reviewed by Bridget on 5/7/2007 on a clear day, you will enjoy beautiful views and can see all the way across the cove to the pacific palisades on the other side. i will definitely return to this beautiful area for more relaxed fun and exploration.
Reviewed by LAHikers on 4/10/2007 We love to do family/friends picnic/hiking at this place. Everyone finds something interesting to do. On the other side of the hill, it is pretty quiet place to read or relax. One of my all time favorite hikes. Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: California Hiking, California Trails, California Hikes, Los Angeles County Hiking, Los Angeles County Trails, Los Angeles County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||