Del Rey Oaks, a region nestled in a canyon between Seaside and Monterey, California, offers a blend of natural beauty and well-maintained recreational spaces. The area is characterized by its moderate coastal climate, which provides pleasant conditions for year-round outdoor pursuits. Notable natural features include the Frog Pond Wetland Preserve and the Arroyo del Rey, a perennial creek. These landscapes provide a setting for several sports like touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, jogging, and more.
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hikers
9.50km
02:47
280m
260m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.75km
02:33
230m
240m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12.2km
03:07
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40m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2.86km
00:45
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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140
riders
20.4km
01:13
120m
110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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374
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46.8km
02:45
290m
290m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16.2km
00:58
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60m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.9km
00:52
90m
90m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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90
riders
69.7km
03:17
670m
670m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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34.4km
01:32
210m
210m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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55.8km
03:23
890m
890m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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20.7km
01:02
180m
180m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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266
runners
12.1km
01:16
50m
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10.6km
01:06
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.9km
01:18
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50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

52
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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79
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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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37
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23.8km
02:17
560m
560m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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34.8km
01:53
190m
190m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
32.2km
02:49
540m
540m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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riders
31.8km
02:49
660m
660m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16.2km
01:24
300m
300m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.3km
01:18
300m
300m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Del Rey Oaks offers a variety of outdoor activities including Touring cycling, Hiking, Road cycling, Jogging, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features diverse parks and trails suitable for various interests and fitness levels. More than 13,000 visitors have shared their experiences on komoot.
Del Rey Oaks provides several options for hiking, including trails within Work Memorial Park and Del Rey Park. The Frog Pond Wetland Preserve also features a tranquil 0.75-mile (1.2 km) loop trail. For more detailed information, explore the Hiking around Del Rey Oaks guide.
Yes, Del Rey Oaks offers family-friendly options such as Del Rey Park, which includes playgrounds and well-maintained trails. The Frog Pond Wetland Preserve also has an easy 0.75-mile (1.2 km) loop trail suitable for leisurely walks. Easy hikes are detailed in the Easy hikes around Del Rey Oaks guide.
Road cyclists can enjoy routes that connect to the Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation Trail, an 18-mile (29 km) paved and mostly flat path. The scenic 17-Mile Drive Loop is also accessible, offering a mix of mild climbs and downhills. Find more routes in the Road Cycling Routes around Del Rey Oaks guide.
Mountain biking opportunities exist within the Del Rey Oaks area, particularly through segments of the Fort Ord Regional Trail and Greenway (FORTAG). This network aims to connect communities to open spaces with trails. For specific mountain biking routes, consult the MTB Trails around Del Rey Oaks guide.
The Frog Pond Wetland Preserve is popular for dog walking, featuring a 0.75-mile (1.2 km) loop trail. Del Rey Park also includes a dedicated dog park and trails suitable for walking with dogs. Visitors should check specific park regulations regarding leash requirements.
FORTAG is a proposed 30-mile (48 km) regional network of paved recreational trails and greenways. A 1.5-mile (2.4 km) segment runs through Del Rey Oaks and Seaside, connecting Work Memorial Park, Del Rey Park, and the Frog Pond Wetland Preserve. This trail aims to link communities to open spaces for walking, biking, or wheelchair use.
The 17-Mile Drive Loop is a world-famous scenic route along the Monterey Peninsula, fully paved and suitable for most riders. Cyclists can enter the 17-Mile Drive for free. It offers coastal landscapes, cypress trees, and dramatic cliffs.
The Frog Pond Wetland Preserve is a 17-acre (6.9 ha) wetland area in Del Rey Oaks. It is known for birdwatching and dog walking, featuring a 0.75-mile (1.2 km) loop trail. The preserve includes local sagebrush, a willow canopy, and a small grove of redwoods.
Outdoor activities in Del Rey Oaks are highly rated on komoot, with an average rating of 4.83 out of 5 stars from more than 600 ratings. Over 13,000 visitors have explored routes in the region. This indicates a strong community engagement with the area's outdoor offerings.
Komoot offers several guides for Del Rey Oaks, including Cycling around Del Rey Oaks, Hiking around Del Rey Oaks, and Road Cycling Routes around Del Rey Oaks. Other guides cover running, mountain biking, easy hikes, and gravel biking.
For official information regarding Del Rey Oaks, the city's official website is www.delreyoaks.org. The general phone number for the City of Del Rey Oaks is (831) 394-8511. These resources can provide further details on local regulations and services.

