Purisima Creek Trailhead – North Leaf Trail loop from

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Purisima Creek Trailhead – North Leaf Trail loop from

Hard

3.1

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Purisima Creek Trailhead – North Leaf Trail loop from

05:06

44.7km

1,600m

Mountain biking

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 3, 2026

Tips

Includes a very steep uphill segment

You may need to push your bike.

After 28.6 km for 198 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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