Old La Honda Road – Old La Honda Road loop from Woodside
Old La Honda Road – Old La Honda Road loop from Woodside
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Old La Honda Road – Old La Honda Road loop from Woodside
01:14
19.6km
500m
Road cycling
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: June 8, 2026
Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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425 m
Woodside
Highlight • Settlement
Tip by
4.82 km
Old La Honda Road
Highlight (Segment) • Climb
Tip by
13.0 km
Old La Honda Road
Highlight (Segment) • Climb
Tip by
19.6 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
10.8 km
5.34 km
3.33 km
< 100 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
19.3 km
287 m
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Elevation
Highest point (510 m)
Lowest point (90 m)
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Description
If you're looking for a classic Bay Area road cycling challenge, the Old La Honda Road – Old La Honda Road loop from Woodside delivers. This is a moderate 12.2-mile (19.6 km) road cycling route with a significant 1633 feet (498 metres) of elevation gain, typically completed in about 1 hours and 13 minutes. It's a perfect benchmark climb for experienced riders looking to test their fitness and enjoy some of the region's most scenic roads.
What to expect on Old La Honda Road – Old La Honda Road loop from Woodside
The route starts gently on wide suburban roads before you hit the iconic Old La Honda Road climb. This section is a consistent, challenging ascent, winding through beautiful oak woodlands that gradually transition into dense redwood groves, offering welcome shade. While the average grade is around 8%, be ready for steeper pitches up to 14% or even 18% inside the switchbacks. After the climb, you'll enjoy a fast, exhilarating descent on Kings Mountain Road, which is narrow and very twisty, demanding your full attention. The scenery is green and lush throughout, with occasional glimpses of the ocean to the west.
Planning your visit
This popular road cycling route often starts and ends near the Woodside town center, making it convenient for pre- or post-ride refreshments. Old La Honda Road is known for its very light car traffic, which makes it particularly favorable for cyclists, though you might share the road with sports cars and motorcycles enjoying the curves. There are no specific permits or fees required for this route. Consider an early start to enjoy cooler temperatures and less activity on the roads, especially on weekends.
Trail details
- Distance: 12.2 miles (19.6 km)
- Elevation gain: 1633 feet (498 metres)
- Difficulty: moderate
- Estimated time: 1 hours and 13 minutes
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