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Sisar Canyon Road – Gridley Trail loop from Ojai

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Sisar Canyon Road – Gridley Trail loop from Ojai

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4.9

(5338)

9,285

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Sisar Canyon Road – Gridley Trail loop from Ojai

05:19

51.3km

1,490m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 17, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Los Padres National Forest

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Start point

Bus stop

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18.4 km

Sisar Canyon Road

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Sisar Canyon Road is a well-groomed track road with breathtaking views of the Topatopa Bluff. Be prepared for a steady incline, not much shade, and a few creek crossings.

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18.7 km

Sisar Canyon Road delivers an exciting ride through rugged terrain and breathtaking scenery. The trail features a mix of dirt and gravel paths, with challenging climbs and thrilling descents. Along the way, you’ll enjoy views of the valley below and the striking Topatopa Bluff in the background.

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27.2 km

Nordhoff Road (Sisar Canyon Junction)

Highlight • Trail

Nordhoff Road is a great gravel road that connects e.g. Sisar Canyon Road with Horn Canyon Trail or Red Reef Trail. Expect awesome views!

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27.2 km

Nordhoff Road

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Nordhoff Road crosses part of Los Padres National Forest, providing access to Gridley Trail, Horn Canyon Road and Sisar Canyon Road. The road passes by Nordhoff Peak and Chief Peak, with amazing views of Los Padres.

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37.1 km

Howard Creek Trail Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

Viewpoint with a panoramic view of Santa Monica Mountains, Upper Ojai, Piedra Blanca, Reyes Peak and Pine Mountain. The access to this trail is closed as of winter 2023, for more information see fs.usda.gov/detail/lpnf/alerts-notices/?cid=stelprdb5309152

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39.4 km

Gridley Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Gridley Trail starts at the end of Gridley Road, where you can park your car, though parking spots are very limited. The trail features some rock gardens that may be challenging for inexperienced riders. It becomes steeper and narrower as you climb higher, so expect some hike-a-bike sections. Overall, it’s a beautiful singletrack with some technical challenges and stunning views of the surrounding mountains.

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51.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

25.4 km

8.77 km

8.43 km

7.87 km

799 m

Surfaces

35.0 km

10.0 km

5.46 km

841 m

Elevation

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Thursday 9 July

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Sisar Canyon Road – Gridley Trail loop from Ojai

Sisar Canyon Road

Sisar Canyon Road

Nordhoff Road (Sisar Canyon Junction)

Nordhoff Road

Howard Creek Trail Viewpoint

Gridley Trail

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