Los Peñasquitos Waterfall – Peñasquitos Creek Crossing loop from Black Mountain Ranch

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Los Peñasquitos Waterfall – Peñasquitos Creek Crossing loop from Black Mountain Ranch

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Los Peñasquitos Waterfall – Peñasquitos Creek Crossing loop from Black Mountain Ranch

04:35

55.3km

670m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 29, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 346 m for 148 m

After 18.5 km for 79 m

After 26.0 km for 105 m

After 27.9 km for 171 m

After 31.5 km for 128 m

After 31.8 km for 95 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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12.4 km

Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve

Highlight • Gorge

Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve is a 4,000-acre preserve between Rancho Peñasquitos and Sorrento Hills to the north and Mira Mesa to the south. Humans have had a relationship with this …

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13.1 km

Los Peñasquitos Waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

A pretty waterfall in Los Peñasquitos Nature Preserve that is surrounded by plenty of easy mountain bike trails. An awesome destination for a bike ride with the whole family.

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15.3 km

North Main Trail and Waterfall Junction, Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve

Highlight • Rest Area

At this spot on the popular North Main Trail in Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve there is a bike repair station and a bike rack somewhat hidden in the bushes to …

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16.5 km

Peñasquitos Creek Crossing

Highlight • River

Closed when I came, but great spot to sit and cool off.

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44.4 km

Del Mar Mesa

Highlight • MTB Park

Del Mar Mesa's story begins with agriculture. Its fertile lands were used for farming and ranching for centuries, shaping its rural character. In the late 20th century, Del Mar Mesa …

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46.7 km

Del Mar Mesa Ecological Reserve

Highlight • Forest

This 900-acre preserve in the Del Mar Mesa area is protected by the city. It serves as a habitat for many different types of plants and animals that are threatened, endangered, and unique to the San Diego area.

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47.3 km

Tunnel 4 Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This trail is nicely shaded and includes stretches with rocky terrain. You'll also have the chance to admire lovely wildflowers and observe wildlife as you ride this trail.

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55.3 km

End point

Parking

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