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Mexico
Distrito Federal

Oyameles Dam – Cruz Blanca loop from Santa Fe

Routes
Mountain biking trails
Mexico
Distrito Federal

Oyameles Dam – Cruz Blanca loop from Santa Fe

Hard

5.0

(1)

75

riders

Oyameles Dam – Cruz Blanca loop from Santa Fe

04:07

43.3km

1,050m

Mountain biking

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 24, 2026

Tips

Includes a very steep uphill segment

You may need to push your bike.

After 12.2 km for 517 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

Get Directions

4.20 km

Dr Manuell

Forest

2

10.8 km

Ex Convent of Desierto de los Leones

Highlight • Historical Site

Formerly the "Holy Desert of Our Lady of Carmen de los Montes de Santa Fe" It is a beautiful place, during the week it is very "visitable" because there are no people and it is more enjoyable, although on weekends it is very crowded and the small traffic that is made is uncomfortable to visit it is worth taking a walk to know. Frankly, when I go by bike I don't go to this place, I go to train or pass through some route that passes through here. However, going with the intention of knowing is worth it as long as you carry a lock to leave your bike safe.

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3

10.9 km

Ex Convent of Desierto de los Leones

Highlight • Religious Site

This interesting convent, built in the 17th century by Carmelite monks, later converted into a military barracks and which holds many "paranormal" stories, is now open to visitors and serves as a base for numerous walks in the area.

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11.3 km

Ermita

Ruins

5

15.8 km

A must-see and classic spot! It's a great place to connect trails and avoid getting wet in the river, or just for a photo opportunity.
Sometimes the boards are loose or have even fallen off, and riding a bike can get you a real beating. If you're skilled (I assume you are, since you went up and will have to come down from the Desert) you'll be able to get by without any problems. Other times, it's in better condition, and you'll pass without any scratches, enjoying the space.

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6

21.9 km

Chinaco Cabin

Highlight • Mountain Hut

A resting point if you need it, or simply a stopover when you're climbing from the yellow feather of the Desert or whatever destination you have planned as your objective, either way, the place is fine, and sometimes very crowded.

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7

29.6 km

Oyameles Dam

Highlight • Lake

A small dam that connects with others along the wide trail of the Desierto de los Leones, a classic for mountain biking and hiking.

The color of the water is stunning; it only becomes turbulent during the rainy season.

Keep in mind that there are no supplies here, but it's close to the quesadilla stand where you can eat and say hello to Pato.

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8

32.5 km

Cruz Blanca

Highlight • Rest Area

It's a well-known thoroughfare and a meeting point for cyclists heading up or down the desert routes. You've almost certainly been here, and if not, you're bound to.

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9

34.7 km

Acopilco natural park

Highlight • Rest Area

You'll inevitably have to pay to enter the park and enjoy the desert trails, which are well worth the effort. The security guards on weekends are good; while they don't charge during the week, they leave much to be desired. There have been robberies due to the lack of security.

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10

37.6 km

La Ranita

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

A not-too-technical climb, excellent for training and reaching the Desert via a different route (for those unfamiliar with it).
Be careful of runners and dogs being walked off-leash; we've encountered people with headphones who don't even notice you (I don't understand people who go to nature to listen to their headphones, but to each their own).
There are shops before the start, and refreshments will be available towards Venta.
It's a fun and dynamic route with its challenging and demanding sections. Enjoy the Ranita!

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B

43.3 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

21.4 km

10.2 km

6.24 km

5.50 km

Surfaces

17.6 km

10.5 km

9.57 km

3.42 km

1.59 km

665 m

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