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Lake Hodges – Coast to Crest Trail loop from Cal State San Marcos

Lake Hodges – Coast to Crest Trail loop from Cal State San Marcos

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4.7

(5226)

9,100

riders

Lake Hodges – Coast to Crest Trail loop from Cal State San Marcos

04:04

56.8km

490m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 1, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 19.2 km for 148 m

After 19.5 km for 148 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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12.7 km

Hodgee

Highlight • Monument

When cycling Lake Drive and hiking / biking Lake Hodges, you must say hi to Hodgee!

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15.8 km

Lake Hodges

Highlight • Lake

Lake Hodges is a beautiful reservoir with 27 miles of shoreline and fantastic views. It supplies water to some nearby districts and is a refreshing landmark traveling along the Coast to Crest Trail.

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19.4 km

View of I-15

Highlight • Viewpoint

A nice lookout point over I-15. Just think of all the traffic you don't have to mess with while you're on a bike!

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20.9 km

Sikes Adobe Historic Farmstead

Highlight • Historical Site

This Historic farmhouse was established in 1870, and is a glimpse in to the life of San Diego's pioneer settlers. It is open for tours most Sundays.

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22.4 km

Mule Hill

Highlight • Historical Site

Mule Hill was the site of a battle in the Mexican-American War on December 7th, 1846.

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29.2 km

View of San Pasqual Valley from Raptor Ridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Stop at this viewpoint for great views of the San Pasqual Valley and a possible hawk sighting!

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37.8 km

This Trailhead leads to the Mule Hill Trail. On the trail, you will find interesting historic sights related to the battle that took place here in 1846 and views of the surrounding valley and mountains.

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39.6 km

Coast to Crest Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This is a great "quick ride" to get your blood flowing. You can stretch it for for miles in either direction. The Coast to Crest Trail just keeps getting better and better!

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56.8 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

28.1 km

19.6 km

4.14 km

3.32 km

1.15 km

381 m

121 m

Surfaces

27.1 km

23.2 km

5.12 km

799 m

549 m

Elevation

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Highest point (220 m)

Lowest point (90 m)

Weather

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Saturday 11 July

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Hodgee

Lake Hodges

View of I-15

Sikes Adobe Historic Farmstead

Mule Hill

View of San Pasqual Valley from Raptor Ridge

Mule Hill Trailhead

Coast to Crest Trail

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