Along Santiago Creek – Historic Dam loop from Santa Ana College

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Along Santiago Creek – Historic Dam loop from Santa Ana College

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Along Santiago Creek – Historic Dam loop from Santa Ana College

02:18

36.4km

180m

Cycling

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

Last updated: September 10, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 33.4 km for 51 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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7.07 km

Along Santiago Creek

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Nice section of the Santiago Creek Bike Trail between East Walnut Ave and South Cambridge Street. Passing a park and running along some gardens and backyards. Pleasant ride.

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12.8 km

Santiago Creek Bike Trail (at North Hewes & East Bond)

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Snaking alongside Santiago Creek, this paved cycling route offers an engaging urban riding experience. The well-maintained trail alternates between shaded sections beneath native oaks and open stretches with creek views. …

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15.6 km

View of Snow-Capped Mountains

Highlight • Viewpoint

Do not be ashamed to stop a few times

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18.8 km

Santiago Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Hikers, bikers, joggers, and nature enthusiasts can all enjoy the trails natural features. The Santiago Creek Trail links orange county's parks; Grijalva, Yorba, and Hart Parks.

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19.2 km

Historic Dam

Highlight • Monument

Also known as Santiago Creek Dam! The dam stops up Santiago Creek in Orange County. The 136 foot dam was build for flood control.

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19.6 km

Stepping stones to cross the river

Highlight • Structure

If you're cycling along the Santiago Creek Trail, at some point you'll reach this point where you'll need to cross the creek that gives the trail its name. Depending on …

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25.8 km

Santiago Creek Bike Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Bike trail from Collins Ave down to the baseball pitch at Cambridge Street. Some sections are very pleasant with bushes and flowers.
It continues past the baseball field through Santiago Park and further to Main Street and North Broadway.

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36.4 km

End point

Bus stop

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