9th St Overlook – Duck Pond loop from Sabre Springs

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9th St Overlook – Duck Pond loop from Sabre Springs

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9th St Overlook – Duck Pond loop from Sabre Springs

03:19

50.3km

540m

Cycling

Hard bike 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: September 10, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.75 km

Chicarita Creek

Highlight (Segment) • River

Chicarita Creek is a small, year-round creek running from Carmel Mountain Ranch southward through the planning area to Poway Road. A dam creates a small lake which varies in size …

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13.7 km

This trail has a rocky terrain and minimal elevation gain. It meanders alongside a creek, providing tranquil sounds as you hike. Primarily used by mountain bikers, it's important to exercise caution and be mindful of sharing the trail with others.

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26.6 km

Del Mar Civic Center

Highlight • Monument

Benches, shade, nice view of the water

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27.0 km

9th St Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

Overlook with a short sandy trail through dense vegetation along the bluffs with great views but no direct access to the beach and the rail trail down below

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35.1 km

Duck Pond

Highlight • Lake

Right on the edge of the SR-56 Bike Path is the Duck Pond where you can often see turtles sunning themselves right on the concrete edge of the trail. This …

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