Upper Otay Reservoir – Lower Otay Reservoir loop from Lower Otay Reservoir

Mountain biking trails

Upper Otay Reservoir – Lower Otay Reservoir loop from Lower Otay Reservoir

Easy

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14,608

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Upper Otay Reservoir – Lower Otay Reservoir loop from Lower Otay Reservoir

01:58

21.9km

290m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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727 m

View of the Otay Mountain Wilderness from the Lower Otay Reservoir

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

The trails near the northern part of Lower Otay Reservoir offer great views towards the Otay Mountain Wilderness area. The reservoir is a common spot for runners and hikers with Otay Mountain as the backdrop.

Tip by

1.14 km

View towards Otay Mountain Wilderness

Highlight • Viewpoint

As you hike along the northwest side of the Lower Otay Reservoir, you can admire picturesque views of the lake and the Otay Mountain Wilderness area in the distance.

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3.73 km

Upper Otay Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

The Upper Otay Reservoir is a freshwater reservoir in San Diego County. It is surrounded by picturesque landscapes and offers opportunities for fishing, boating, bird watching, and different recreational activities …

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4.62 km

Proctor Valley Natural Resource Area

Highlight • Natural Monument

This area is the northernmost part of Otay Ranch and the southern part of the San Diego National Wildlife Refuge. The scenic views of rolling hills and well-maintained trails make it a highly popular biking area.

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19.2 km

Lower Otay Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Lower Otay Reservoir is filled by the Otay River and a San Diego Aqueduct bringing water from the Colorado River. The dam attached to it is known as Savage Dam …

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21.9 km

End point

Parking

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