Looking for the best cycling routes around Carlsbad? On this page, we bring you the best bike rides around Carlsbad so you can just get out and go. All you’ve got to do is choose your route!

Last updated: October 2, 2025

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1. Carlsbad Village to Mance Buchanon Park via San Luis Rey Bike Path — San Diego County

36.0km

02:06

100m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Elfin Forest Road loop — Carlsbad

79.6km

05:00

790m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. South Carlsbad State Beach to Moonlight State Beach — San Diego County

21.1km

01:15

90m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Oceanside loop via San Luis Rey Bike Path — Carlsbad

40.9km

02:28

290m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Denk Mountain loop from Olivenhain

17.0km

01:46

430m

Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best cycling routes around Carlsbad

1. Carlsbad Village to Mance Buchanon Park via San Luis Rey Bike Path — San Diego County

2. Elfin Forest Road loop — Carlsbad

3. South Carlsbad State Beach to Moonlight State Beach — San Diego County

4. Oceanside loop via San Luis Rey Bike Path — Carlsbad

5. Denk Mountain loop from Olivenhain

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