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: April 2, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 17.5 km for 127 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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11.7 km

Vista Trail

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Small side trail for those who are bored with the main trail.

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15.0 km

Mathis Canyon Trail

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The Mathis Canyon Trail is a tough climb in the Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park. There are a couple rolling sections to catch your breath, but be prepared for a tough (but fun) ride.

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16.8 km

Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park

Nature Reserve

17.5 km

Cave Rock

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Cave Rock, per the title, is a small cave inside a large rock formation. The official trail runs across the top of the cave, but if you hop on the …

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18.1 km

Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park

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Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park includes over 4,500 acres of untouched wilderness and natural areas. A lot of the "roads" in the park are smooth double-track paths, and there …

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20.3 km

Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park

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There is a large packed dirt parking lot here with restrooms by the trailhead. The park charges a $3 fee. From here you have access to the trails along Aliso …

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21.5 km

Aliso Creek Trail

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The Aliso Creek Trail goes from South Laguna to Rancho Santa Margarita. It is an 18.5-mile multi use trail corridor that goes through a number of parks on the way. …

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24.2 km

Aliso Creek Bikeway — Pectin Reef

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Aliso Creek Trail is a two lane paved path that leads along the creek here past the Aliso Viejo Community Park and a series of dirt trails in the north side of Creekside Park.

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28.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

15.5 km

8.27 km

2.00 km

1.81 km

1.21 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

16.0 km

6.66 km

3.29 km

2.85 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (240 m)

Lowest point (30 m)

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