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Serrano Ridge Trail – Shady Canyon Trail loop from Shady Canyon Open Space Preserve

Serrano Ridge Trail – Shady Canyon Trail loop from Shady Canyon Open Space Preserve

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Serrano Ridge Trail – Shady Canyon Trail loop from Shady Canyon Open Space Preserve

02:03

21.6km

470m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

Tips

Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 3.36 km for 2.00 km

Open: • 7:00 AM-sunset (otherwise closed)

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432 m

Serrano Ridge Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

This viewpoint on the Serrano Ridge Trail certainly rewards you for climbing up the hill!

Look to the west where you will see the Shady Canyon Open Space Preserve and to the east is the Veeh Creek Open Space.

This trail is a mixture of double track and single track so wider tyres are recommended.

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761 m

Serrano Ridge Trail

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Serrano Ridge Trail is mostl of the time a doubletrack trail that provides access to other trails including Quail Trail and West Canyon Trail.

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1.51 km

Serrano Ridge Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The trail is wide packed dirt and takes you through the meadows and rolling hills. This is the backbone of the Shady Canyon trail system and connects to a number of other trails and routes in the park.

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7.45 km

Shady Canyon Trail

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Shady Canyon Trail is a mixed use bike and pedestrian path adjacent to the luxurious Shady Canyon neighborhood.

Entirely paved and very well-kept, it is often busy with pedestrians, so ride with care and courtesy.

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10.2 km

Bommer Canyon Open Space Preserve

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Bommer Canyon Preserve is part of the old Irvine Ranch Cattle Camp. Covered by a sycamore canopy, Bommer Canyon Preserve is also an important preservation area for many local plants and wildlife, including several endangered species.

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10.8 km

Bommer Meadow

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The trail is a nice easy packed dirt path with enough space to pass other hikers. The trail winds its way through the meadow with little shade and is representative of the other trails in Bommer Canyon.

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12.1 km