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Otay Reservoir Dam – Lower Otay Reservoir loop from Cockatoo Grove

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Otay Reservoir Dam – Lower Otay Reservoir loop from Cockatoo Grove

Easy

4.5

(7481)

12,485

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Otay Reservoir Dam – Lower Otay Reservoir loop from Cockatoo Grove

01:49

23.7km

240m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 15, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 18.7 km for 79 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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5.50 km

Upper Otay Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Upper Otay Reservoir is one of the smaller reservoirs in the San Diego area, but is a pretty landmark to hike around. It was built in 1959 as a hatchery and is also a good spot for fishing.

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6.65 km

Otay Reservoir Dam

Highlight • Monument

Fun Easy Ride

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7.11 km

Lower Otay Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Lower Otay Reservoir is filled by the Otay River and a San Diego Aqueduct bringing water from the Colorado River. The dam attached to it is known as Savage Dam …

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8.70 km

View towards Otay Mountain Wilderness

Highlight • Viewpoint

As you hike along the northwest side of the Lower Otay Reservoir, you can admire picturesque views of the lake and the Otay Mountain Wilderness area in the distance.

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9.10 km

View of the Otay Mountain Wilderness from the Lower Otay Reservoir

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

The trails near the northern part of Lower Otay Reservoir offer great views towards the Otay Mountain Wilderness area. The reservoir is a common spot for runners and hikers with Otay Mountain as the backdrop.

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14.5 km

East Otay Reservoir Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

Here you will find a nice spot to admire the east side of the Lower Otay Reservoir and the Otay Mountain Wilderness. Since the east side trail ends here, it …

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17.8 km

Upper Otay Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

The Upper Otay Reservoir is a freshwater reservoir in San Diego County. It is surrounded by picturesque landscapes and offers opportunities for fishing, boating, bird watching, and different recreational activities …

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18.7 km

Proctor Valley Natural Resource Area

Highlight • Natural Monument

This area is the northernmost part of Otay Ranch and the southern part of the San Diego National Wildlife Refuge. The scenic views of rolling hills and well-maintained trails make it a highly popular biking area.

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23.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.3 km

7.96 km

2.80 km

807 m

469 m

439 m

Surfaces

13.6 km

9.23 km

471 m

423 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (210 m)

Lowest point (150 m)

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Thursday 2 July

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Otay Reservoir Dam – Lower Otay Reservoir loop from Cockatoo Grove

Upper Otay Reservoir

Otay Reservoir Dam

Lower Otay Reservoir

View towards Otay Mountain Wilderness

View of the Otay Mountain Wilderness from the Lower Otay Reservoir

East Otay Reservoir Overlook

Upper Otay Reservoir

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