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: March 27, 2026

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After 27.3 km for 2.00 km

Open: • 7:00 AM-sunset (otherwise closed)

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Start point

Bus stop

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10.2 km

Buck Gully Trail (uphill only)

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The Buck Gully Trail is a really popular trail for hiking, biking and trail running, but it's an UPHILL ONLY trail for bikes. It's a fun, challenging climb where you can really push yourself.

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16.9 km

Fence Line

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Narrow trail meandering parallel to the main path.

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24.4 km

Serrano Ridge Viewpoint

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This viewpoint on the Serrano Ridge Trail certainly rewards you for climbing up the hill!

Look to the west where you will see the Shady Canyon Open Space Preserve and …

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24.7 km

Serrano Ridge Trail

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Serrano Ridge Trail is mostl of the time a doubletrack trail that provides access to other trails including Quail Trail and West Canyon Trail.

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25.5 km

The trail is wide packed dirt and takes you through the meadows and rolling hills. This is the backbone of the Shady Canyon trail system and connects to a number of other trails and routes in the park.

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31.4 km

Shady Canyon Trail

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Shady Canyon Trail is a mixed use bike and pedestrian path adjacent to the luxurious Shady Canyon neighborhood.

Entirely paved and very well-kept, it is often busy with pedestrians, so ride with care and courtesy.

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31.5 km

Shady Canyon Hiking and Riding Trail

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There is a wide packed dirt trail for foot traffic that parallels a two-lane paved bikeway through Shady Canyon.

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34.2 km

Bommer Canyon Open Space Preserve

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Bommer Canyon Preserve is part of the old Irvine Ranch Cattle Camp. Covered by a sycamore canopy, Bommer Canyon Preserve is also an important preservation area for many local plants and wildlife, including several endangered species.

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37.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.4 km

11.1 km

7.63 km

3.36 km

1.21 km

Surfaces

20.0 km

14.7 km

3.07 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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