Beeks Place – Sierra Peak Summit loop from Weir Canyon-La Palma

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Beeks Place – Sierra Peak Summit loop from Weir Canyon-La Palma

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Beeks Place – Sierra Peak Summit loop from Weir Canyon-La Palma

04:37

51.9km

1,110m

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 4, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Cleveland National Forest

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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9.54 km

Green River parking & trailhead

Highlight • Parking

There is lots of parking here, and as you head away from the highway you have access to the paved two-lane Santa Ana River trail which stretches (nearly) all the …

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28.1 km

Beeks Place

Highlight • Historical Site

The ruins of Beeks Place are the remains of old stone buildings built in the 1930's by Joseph Beeks (who created the Balboa Island Ferry service in Newport Beach) to …

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28.4 km

KSOX Doppler Radar Tower

Highlight • Monument

The doppler radar tower is at the summit of a small peak. From here one can see sweeping views of Orange County.

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30.1 km

Picnic Rock Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

Climbing to this point involves navigating some pleasant elevation changes, but the sweeping views of the Orange County area make the effort well worthwhile.

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33.9 km

Sierra Peak Summit

Highlight • Summit

The summit has great views over the whole region; north Orange County to the west and Corona/Riverside to the east, with San Gorgonio Mountain on the horizon.

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37.9 km

View of Irvine and Orange County from Picnic Rock

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautifully shaped sandstone and a breathtaking view over Orange County – just the right climax and perfect spot for a break from a trail run in the mountains.

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38.6 km

Coal Canyon Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The trail is a wide dirt road through what feels like remote terrain, despite being quite close to Orange County. There is some loose rock that could make the descent …

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47.4 km

View of Sierra Peak

Highlight • Viewpoint

This view of Sierra Peak showcases one of the highest and most easily identifiable peaks in northern Orange County. It stands at 3,045 feet above sea level.

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