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Traveler
December 28, 2016
Road cycling
The 15-mile Crystal Springs Regional Trail is one of the best mostly paved bike trails with few cars in the Bay Area. It spans from San Bruno to Woodside and …
Joseph
August 5, 2020
Road cycling
Scenic ride on a shared pedestrian footpath.
maniboyflex
January 18, 2025
Road cycling
The Crystal Springs Regional Trail is a top spot for cyclists, featuring mostly paved paths with minimal car traffic. The trail runs through scenic areas like Lower Crystal Springs Reservoir, offering beautiful lake views. On Sundays, you can ride the car-free Cañada Road segment for a more relaxed experience. Be mindful of the 15 mph speed limit, especially around hikers. The Sawyer Camp segment provides a gentle descent and stunning views, perfect for an easy ride through woodlands and along the reservoir.
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Best routes near Lower Crystal Springs Reservoir
5.0
(1)
137
riders
104km
05:13
1,490m
1,490m
This difficult 64.8-mile road cycling loop on the San Francisco Peninsula offers diverse scenery and 4902 feet of elevation gain.
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40
riders
87.2km
03:47
750m
750m
The Cupertino to Lower Crystal Spring Reservoir loop offers a fantastic road cycling experience, winding through picturesque landscapes with diverse scenery. You'll enjoy expansive views of the Lower Crystal Springs…
Moderate
7
riders
49.7km
02:35
430m
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Cycle the moderate 30.9-mile Crystal Springs Regional Trail Loop, gaining 1419 feet of elevation with scenic reservoir views in San Mateo Co
Moderate
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