San Dimas Reservoir – Puddingstone Reservoir loop from Pomona–North

San Dimas Reservoir – Puddingstone Reservoir loop from Pomona–North

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San Dimas Reservoir – Puddingstone Reservoir loop from Pomona–North

02:23

41.1km

380m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 17, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Angeles National Forest

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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8.54 km

Puddingstone Diversion Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

The Puddingstone Diversion Reservoir was completed in 1928. This is a diversion dam that takes the water from San Dimas Creek and then divert it into a 3-mile channel that ends in the main reservoir.

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12.2 km

San Dimas Reservoir

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The Los Angeles County Department of Public Works currently operates the San Dimas Dam, a concrete gravity dam within the San Gabriel Mountains. It was built by the Los Angeles …

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17.4 km

The canyon itself is a product of ancient volcanic activity, evident in the towering rock formations and dramatic cliffs. The canyon boasts renowned rock climbing routes frequented by experienced climbers. …

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30.7 km

Puddingstone Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

In addition to creating a beautiful natural environment that offers several spots with very good views in its surroundings, such as the Frank G. Bonelli Regional Park, you can cycle …

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31.3 km

View of Puddingstone Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

This reservoir plays several roles, such as providing water for agriculture, but also serving as a basin where you can swim, fish, and even sail.

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33.5 km

View of Puddingstone Reservoir

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Great view of the Puddingstone Reservoir, a 250-acre man-made body of water. There is a road that runs along the perimeter of the reservoir and there is a spot to …

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34.2 km

Puddingstone Dam

Highlight • Monument

You can cycle across the top of the dam, which was constructed in 1928 to help control flooding in the region. It stands at 147 feet high, and today supports a myriad of outdoor recreation activities on the reservoir.

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