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Los Peñasquitos Falls – Santa Monica Ridge Trail Pond loop from General Atomics

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United States
California
San Diego County
San Diego

Los Peñasquitos Falls – Santa Monica Ridge Trail Pond loop from General Atomics

Hard

4.5

(3826)

6,113

riders

Los Peñasquitos Falls – Santa Monica Ridge Trail Pond loop from General Atomics

02:46

29.3km

300m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 23, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 22.3 km for 68 m

After 27.7 km for 81 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

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7.29 km

Los Peñasquitos Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

The name "Los Peñasquitos" translates to "little cliffs" in Spanish, a characteristic that becomes evident at this location. Here, you'll find a creek flows through a boulder-filled area, creating a …

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2

10.4 km

This 900-acre preserve in the Del Mar Mesa area is protected by the city. It serves as a habitat for many different types of plants and animals that are threatened, endangered, and unique to the San Diego area.

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3

11.3 km

Tunnel 4 Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This trail is nicely shaded and includes stretches with rocky terrain. As it's frequently used by mountain bikers, it's important to be vigilant and watch out for them. You'll also …

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13.8 km

Santa Monica Ridge Trail Pond

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

This trail has a rocky terrain and minimal elevation gain. It meanders alongside a creek, providing tranquil sounds as you hike. Primarily used by mountain bikers, it's important to exercise caution and be mindful of sharing the trail with others.

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5

20.1 km

Del Mar Mesa

Highlight • MTB Park

Del Mar Mesa's story begins with agriculture. Its fertile lands were used for farming and ranching for centuries, shaping its rural character. In the late 20th century, Del Mar Mesa …

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6

22.6 km

Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve is a 4,000-acre preserve between Rancho Peñasquitos and Sorrento Hills to the north and Mira Mesa to the south. Humans have had a relationship with this …

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29.3 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.8 km

10.9 km

2.12 km

935 m

346 m

162 m

Surfaces

25.5 km

2.11 km

956 m

735 m

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Highest point (130 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

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