This climb begins just north of Ojai, California, and takes you through the beautiful landscapes of Ventura County as you ascend along Highway 33. For the first 27 miles, you’ll ride through the San Emigdio Mountains, part of the Pacific Coast Range, before entering the vast Los Padres National Forest, a 1.9 million-acre expanse that offers stunning vistas of rugged terrain and lush forest. After reaching the narrow, remote paved road for the final six miles, you’ll be rewarded with serene, isolated surroundings, though the lack of services on this stretch makes it essential to be fully prepared for the challenging ride ahead.Bring extra water.