Carmel Valley Village
Carmel Valley Village
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60
riders
168km
07:51
1,840m
1,840m
If you're looking for an epic day in the saddle with a serious challenge, the Gigling Road gate – Fort Ord ⛰️🚵 MTB trailhead loop from Del Rey Oaks delivers. This difficult 104.6-mile (168.3 km) route, with its 6029 feet (1838 metres) of elevation gain, will take you through rolling hills, grasslands, and oak woodlands, offering panoramic views of the Fort Ord wildlands and Salinas Valley. Be prepared for a long 7-hour and 50-minute ride that mixes paved surfaces with potential unpaved sections, making it ideal for experienced road cyclists or those on a gravel bike. You'll traverse ancient dunes and forests of coast live oaks, with climbs often rewarding you with spectacular vistas of Toro Peak and possibly even the Pacific Ocean.
Planning your visit requires acknowledging the route's length and difficulty; an early start is essential to complete the 7-hour and 50-minute journey in daylight. While Gigling Road itself is a primary access point, the
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47
riders
56.5km
02:47
750m
750m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
39
riders
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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Elevation 120 m
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