Kriley Pond – Slough Pond loop from North Table Mountain Park
Kriley Pond – Slough Pond loop from North Table Mountain Park
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Kriley Pond – Slough Pond loop from North Table Mountain Park
02:54
46.1km
1,230m
Road cycling
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: May 28, 2026
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After 22.8 km for 394 m
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
Get Directions
76 m
Highway 93 Side Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
Tip by
13.3 km
Golden Gate Canyon Road
Highlight • Canyon
Tip by
15.2 km
Douglas Mountain Study Area
Nature Reserve
23.0 km
Kriley Pond
Highlight • Lake
Tip by
23.9 km
Slough Pond
Highlight • Lake
Tip by
46.1 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
44.0 km
1.10 km
402 m
386 m
218 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
44.3 km
1.10 km
386 m
351 m
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Elevation
Highest point (2,660 m)
Lowest point (1,810 m)
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Description
If you're considering the Kriley Pond – Slough Pond loop from North Table Mountain Park for a road cycling adventure, it's essential to know upfront that this specific route, as named, is not feasible for road bikes. While the concept might suggest a difficult 28.7-mile (46.1 km) journey with a staggering 4034 feet (1230 metres) of climbing, estimated to take around 2 hours and 53 minutes, the reality of the terrain makes it unsuitable for typical road cycling. This route conflates two distinct areas with very different conditions, making it a choice to avoid if you're on a road bike.
What to expect on Kriley Pond – Slough Pond loop from North Table Mountain Park
The primary issue with this proposed route lies in the terrain of North Table Mountain Park. Its trails are predominantly natural surface, singletrack, and doubletrack, featuring technical sections, loose gravel, switchbacks, and even stairs. While North Table Mountain offers panoramic views of the foothills and Golden, it's designed for mountain biking and hiking, not road cycling. Kriley Pond and Slough Pond, on the other hand, are located in Golden Gate Canyon State Park, a significant distance away. While Golden Gate Canyon does have paved roads suitable for cycling, they are characterized by challenging mountainous terrain with significant ascents and descents through dense forests and rocky peaks. Some segments within Golden Gate Canyon's cycling routes may even be unpaved, further complicating a road bike journey. This combination means you'd encounter impassable sections for a road bike, making the full loop as described impractical.
Planning your visit
Given that the "Kriley Pond – Slough Pond loop from North Table Mountain Park" is not a recognized or recommended road cycling route, planning for it as such would be problematic. If your goal is road cycling, you should focus on dedicated road routes within Golden Gate Canyon State Park, keeping in mind the park's challenging elevation changes and the need for very good fitness. For mountain biking, North Table Mountain Park offers over 15 miles of trails, but these are distinct from the roads in Golden Gate Canyon. Always check specific park regulations and trail conditions before heading out, as terrain can vary and some sections may be unpaved.
- Distance: 28.7 miles (46.1 km)
- Elevation gain: 4034 feet (1230 metres)
- Difficulty: difficult
- Estimated time: 2 hours and 53 minutes
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