Summit of Robinson Canyon – Robinson Canyon Road loop from Mission San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo

Summit of Robinson Canyon – Robinson Canyon Road loop from Mission San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo

Moderate

3.2

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Summit of Robinson Canyon – Robinson Canyon Road loop from Mission San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo

02:09

40.7km

690m

Road cycling

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

Last updated: August 10, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

Get Directions

12.1 km

Mitteldorf Preserve

Highlight • Forest

Home to Monterey County’s largest redwood tree, the Mitteldorf Preserve is a stunning natural preserve in Monterey, California with 1,000 acres of hiking.

Tip by

23.0 km

Summit of Robinson Canyon

Highlight • Summit

Stop. Take a picture and enjoy the view!

Tip by

24.1 km

Robinson Canyon Road

Highlight • Climb

NO really though, a nice climb (a little steep but nothing crazy) and beautiful views and very low traffic. This is a spot right where there is a beautiful oak tree and a view of the ocean.

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40.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

38.9 km

1.73 km

120 m

Surfaces

37.0 km

3.60 km

120 m

Elevation

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Weather

Today

Monday 12 October

17°C

9°C

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Max wind speed: 14.0 km/h

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Comments

April 10, 2022,It was a very ENGAGING Ride

THIS WAS THE DAY. First of all, we love this loop. It does require access onto the Preserve, a gated community, but it is buttery pavement and beautiful. Apparently @bbaehrens only could wait 4.08 miles to PROPOSE! He asked to take a photo, right where there is this beautiful oak tree and a view of the ocean. The climb is …

October 10, 2021,Carmel Valley Loop

A must do if you are in Carmel Valley - the climbs are difficult but the views are beautiful!