Mission Bay Park – Rose Canyon Bike Route loop from Washington Street

Mission Bay Park – Rose Canyon Bike Route loop from Washington Street

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Mission Bay Park – Rose Canyon Bike Route loop from Washington Street

01:45

41.7km

200m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 4, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 22.1 km for 210 m

Dismount required: • Monday-Friday: 8:30 AM-5:00 PM (otherwise open)

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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7.70 km

Mission Bay Park

Highlight • Lake

All told, Mission Bay's convoluted shoreline rambles along for about 27 miles. You can trace almost half that length, plus part of the San Diego River, on 12 miles of easy bike paths.

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8.87 km

Mike Gotch Memorial Bridge on the Rose Creek Bike Path

Highlight • Bridge

Great views as you cross the Mike Gotch Memorial Bridge with views of boats and the marina. This bridge is part of the Mission Bay Bike Route which you can follow around much all around the bay to form a loop.

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27.1 km

Rose Canyon Bike Route

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Rose Canyon Bike Route, a segment of the Coastal Rail Trail, is less than a mile long and is an ideal connection between Mission Bay and Torrey Pines, traveling along the creek past commercial and residential areas. It is a fantastic, protected pathway situated between I-5 and the rail tracks, perfect for an enjoyable ride in either direction.

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32.8 km

Mission Bay Park

Highlight • Lake

Mission Bay is a beautiful aquatic park with 4,235 acres of water surrounded by parks, recreational facilities, and scenic views. This man-made bay offers a variety of water activities such as sailing, kayaking, paddleboarding, jet skiing, as well as beach volleyball.

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