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Ponto State Beach Overlook – Denk Mountain loop from Leucadia State Beach

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Ponto State Beach Overlook – Denk Mountain loop from Leucadia State Beach

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Ponto State Beach Overlook – Denk Mountain loop from Leucadia State Beach

02:48

34.1km

630m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 27, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 10.1 km for 279 m

After 23.3 km for 145 m

After 24.0 km for 76 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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901 m

Ponto State Beach Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

Ponto State Beach is a massive piece of undeveloped coastline. This official overlook area at the top of the stairs looks out over one of the widest beaches in America.

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11.8 km

Horned Lizard Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Horned Lizard Trail is another rocky, singletrack trail with some switchbacks and great views. This is a multi-use trail so be aware of mountain bikers along the path!

Tip by

13.1 km

Denk Mountain

Highlight • Summit

Denk Mountain is Carlbad's tallest peak. From the top, you can get a view of the ocean on a clear day! This area hosts numerous multi-use trails for both hikers and bikers.

Tip by

34.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

16.4 km

13.8 km

1.84 km

1.33 km

541 m

307 m

Surfaces

17.1 km

10.9 km

3.62 km

2.06 km

374 m

Elevation

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Highest point (310 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

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Wednesday 20 May

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Ponto State Beach Overlook – Denk Mountain loop from Leucadia State Beach

Ponto State Beach Overlook

Horned Lizard Trail

Denk Mountain

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