Palomar Mountain – Lake Henshaw loop from Valley Center
Palomar Mountain – Lake Henshaw loop from Valley Center
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Palomar Mountain – Lake Henshaw loop from Valley Center
08:13
111km
2,600m
Cycling
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: March 18, 2026
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Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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36.0 km
Palomar Mountain
Highlight • Summit
Tip by
38.0 km
Kica Mik Overlook
Highlight • Viewpoint
Tip by
51.6 km
Lake Henshaw Lookout
Highlight • Viewpoint
Tip by
55.9 km
Lake Henshaw
Highlight • Lake
Tip by
75.4 km
Palomar Mountain Climb
Highlight (Segment) • Climb
Tip by
111 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
58.5 km
32.8 km
18.5 km
1.61 km
< 100 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
110 km
1.47 km
186 m
< 100 m
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Elevation
Highest point (1,620 m)
Lowest point (260 m)
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Monday 18 May
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