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Hodges Dam – Lake Hodges loop from Escondido Transit Center

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Hodges Dam – Lake Hodges loop from Escondido Transit Center

Moderate

3.1

(20)

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Hodges Dam – Lake Hodges loop from Escondido Transit Center

04:47

57.6km

720m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 17, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 50.2 km for 87 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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6.77 km

Lake Hodges Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This trail is mostly flat and winds along the west bank of Lake Hodges, offering views of the water and the dam along the way.

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10.5 km

Hodges Dam

Highlight (Segment) • Monument

Lake Drive passes through the community of Del Dios and runs along Lake Hodges to the dam, offering scenic views of the lake and countryside. This road is also used …

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12.2 km

Rattlesnake Viewpoint – View of Lake Hodges Dam and San Dieguito River

Highlight • Viewpoint

This viewpoint gets its name from the rock wall that winds around in the shape of a snake. Here, you'll find stunning views of Lake Hodges Dam and the San Dieguito River, along with a Pipe Scope Sculpture.

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14.1 km

Hodges Flume Rest Area

Highlight • Historical Site

watch out for rattlesnakes; all over these trails...

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16.7 km

Santa Fe Valley Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Santa Fe Valley Trail is a 3.6-mile trail in the San Dieguito River Park. Parking is available at the San Dieguito River Park staging area. The trail starts near …

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18.2 km

Fire Road Switchback Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

the switchbacks take a little skill to turn and stay seated on bike; fun once you get the hang of it...

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45.7 km

Lake Hodges

Highlight • Lake

Lake Hodges is a beautiful reservoir with 27 miles of shoreline and fantastic views. It supplies water to some nearby districts and is a refreshing landmark traveling along the Coast to Crest Trail.

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47.9 km

Coast to Crest Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This is a great "quick ride" to get your blood flowing. You can stretch it for for miles in either direction. The Coast to Crest Trail just keeps getting better and better!

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57.6 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

28.5 km

8.39 km

7.79 km

7.44 km

4.97 km

379 m

130 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

36.0 km

11.0 km

5.57 km

4.53 km

362 m

Elevation

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Highest point (220 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

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Monday 17 August

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Hodges Dam – Lake Hodges loop from Escondido Transit Center

Lake Hodges Trail

Hodges Dam

Rattlesnake Viewpoint – View of Lake Hodges Dam and San Dieguito River

Hodges Flume Rest Area

Santa Fe Valley Trail

Fire Road Switchback Viewpoint

Lake Hodges

Coast to Crest Trail

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