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Denk Mountain – Horned Lizard Trail loop from La Costa Canyon High School

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Denk Mountain – Horned Lizard Trail loop from La Costa Canyon High School

Moderate

4.8

(2004)

5,001

riders

Denk Mountain – Horned Lizard Trail loop from La Costa Canyon High School

01:46

17.0km

430m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 23, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 1.82 km for 170 m

After 13.1 km for 244 m

After 14.6 km for 170 m

After 15.1 km for 86 m

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Parking

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6.08 km

Denk Mountain

Highlight • Summit

Denk Mountain is Carlbad's tallest peak. From the top, you can get a view of the ocean on a clear day! This area hosts numerous multi-use trails for both hikers and bikers.

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10.2 km

Horned Lizard Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Horned Lizard Trail is another rocky, singletrack trail with some switchbacks and great views. This is a multi-use trail so be aware of mountain bikers along the path!

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17.0 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.2 km

2.16 km

2.08 km

489 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.72 km

5.46 km

1.69 km

686 m

359 m

Elevation

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Tuesday 23 June

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Denk Mountain – Horned Lizard Trail loop from La Costa Canyon High School

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Horned Lizard Trail

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