Meadow Spur Trail – Water of the Woods loop from Laguna Campground
Meadow Spur Trail – Water of the Woods loop from Laguna Campground
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Meadow Spur Trail – Water of the Woods loop from Laguna Campground
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12.8km
100m
Cycling
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: May 28, 2026
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Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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855 m
Little Laguna Lake
Highlight • Lake
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5.36 km
Meadow Spur Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
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6.95 km
Big Laguna Lake
Lake
7.41 km
Big Laguna Lake
Highlight • Lake
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8.19 km
Water of the Woods
Highlight • Lake
It sits at the junction between Sunset Trail and Kemp Spur Trail, …
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12.8 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
12.1 km
738 m
Surfaces
12.7 km
143 m
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Elevation
Highest point (1,690 m)
Lowest point (1,640 m)
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Description
If you're looking for popular cycling trails in the Laguna Campground area that offer a refreshing escape, the Meadow Spur Trail – Water of the Woods loop from Laguna Campground is an excellent choice for touring cyclists. This easy 8.0-mile (12.8 km) route, with a gentle 320 feet (98 metres) of elevation gain, can be completed in about 1 hour and 13 minutes, making it a perfect family cycling route or a high-payoff win for those seeking a scenic, accessible ride.
What to expect on Meadow Spur Trail – Water of the Woods loop from Laguna Campground
This loop takes you through the diverse landscapes of the Cleveland National Forest, offering a journey through serene pine forests and expansive mountain meadows. You'll experience easy singletrack sections, particularly along the Meadow Spur Trail, which winds past rock outcroppings and offers glimpses of cattle grazing. The Water of the Woods section is notable for its small pond, which can be brimming with flowering water lilies and ducks in spring and early summer, or even ice in winter. As you cycle, you'll enjoy panoramic views of the Anza-Borrego Desert and hug the shores of Big Laguna Lake, providing picturesque vistas of the Laguna Mountains. While rated easy, be aware that some segments may include unpaved sections, potentially requiring you to push your bike briefly.
Planning your visit
Starting directly from Laguna Campground, this loop is easily accessible. The area is a popular, shared-use trail system, so expect to encounter hikers, families, and bird watchers in addition to fellow cyclists. Given its approximately 6,000 feet above sea level elevation, the Laguna Mountains offer cooler temperatures, making it an ideal mountain getaway, especially during warmer months. For an added treat, visit in April and May when wildflowers are often abundant, enhancing the scenic beauty of your ride.
Trail details
- Distance: 8.0 miles (12.8 km)
- Elevation gain: 320 feet (98 metres)
- Difficulty: easy
- Estimated time: 1 hours and 13 minutes
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