California Aqueduct – Inyo County Library loop from Independence

05:52

70.2km

1,220m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel 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: September 24, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

Please check local regulations for:

Inyo National Forest

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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37.6 km

California Aqueduct

Highlight • Structure

Moffat Ranch Road crosses the California Aqueduct, offering multiple roadside pullouts for parking to begin your off-road biking adventure. The California Aqueduct, over 400 miles long, is one of the …

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69.8 km

Inyo County Library

Highlight • Monument

Impressive large historic building, housing the public library, with free public internet access even when closed.

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70.1 km

Independence

Highlight • Settlement

Interesting mountain town, the historic administrative seat, with a great Owens Valley History Museum explaining the water fights with LA, a great library, good variety of restaurants, accommodation, and stores to resupply along the route.

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70.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

41.1 km

23.6 km

3.35 km

2.23 km

Surfaces

47.1 km