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Hicks Canyon Trail – Upper Peters Canyon Reservoir loop from Santiago Canyon College

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Hicks Canyon Trail – Upper Peters Canyon Reservoir loop from Santiago Canyon College

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Hicks Canyon Trail – Upper Peters Canyon Reservoir loop from Santiago Canyon College

03:20

53.5km

570m

Cycling

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

Last updated: August 2, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 44.4 km for 52 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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18.3 km

Santiago Canyon Road

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Santiago Canyon Road is a great option for a ride with rolling hills and great views. As you get to the top of each hill, you are treated with a great view of the valley you just climbed out of.

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20.4 km

Aliso Creek Bikeway offers a scenic 19-mile trail in Orange County, California, winding through lush landscapes, parks, and residential areas. Popular for cycling and walking, it provides a serene outdoor experience.

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41.4 km

End of Hicks Canyon Trail

Highlight • Trail

Hicks Canyon Trail ends just ahead, but you can continue along the connecting Portola Parkway or the side path that branch off from this point.

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41.4 km

Hicks Canyon Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Cycle, foot and riding trail up in Eastwood. Connects Portola Parkway to Culver Road. It has a paved foot and cycle path, and separate sand/gravel path for horse riding - or to take your gravel bike for a spin.

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51.9 km

Upper Peters Canyon Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Upper Peters Canyon Reservoir also known as Little Peters Canyon Lake was built in 1931 for flood control, and for water conservation. The water storage helped orange groves grow in the canyon.

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53.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

51.0 km

1.44 km

468 m

435 m

150 m

Surfaces

44.8 km

8.32 km

291 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (440 m)

Lowest point (40 m)

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Hicks Canyon Trail – Upper Peters Canyon Reservoir loop from Santiago Canyon College

Santiago Canyon Road

Aliso Creek Bikeway

End of Hicks Canyon Trail

Hicks Canyon Trail

Upper Peters Canyon Reservoir

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