Descanso Park – Patriot Trail loop from Golden Lantern-Beacon Hill

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Descanso Park – Patriot Trail loop from Golden Lantern-Beacon Hill

Moderate

4.7

(1818)

12,676

riders

Descanso Park – Patriot Trail loop from Golden Lantern-Beacon Hill

03:17

38.3km

730m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 8, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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8.07 km

Descanso Park

Highlight • Rest Area

The Trabuco Creek Trail converges with the San Juan Creek Trail at Descanso Park and crosses to the west side of the river via a bridge. All of the creek trails are two lane paved paths.

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13.1 km

Patriot Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Patriot Trail is a popular trail in the hills above southern Orange County. It is a fairly challenging trail, but you are rewarded with great views.

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13.5 km

Patriot Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

In the hills above southern Orange County, you’ll find an abundance of trails for hikers and mountain bikers alike in the San Juan Capistrano Recreational Trail System. One of the …

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13.9 km

Harbor View Trail junction

Highlight • Trail

This is a great connector trail between the Las Ramblas Trailhead and Patriot Hill. There are a pretty incredible number of trails converging in this area and it can be …

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17.6 km

Patriots Hill Summit

Highlight • Summit

The end of the trail with the American Flag overhead. This point is visible from the nearby 5 Fwy (southbound) in south Orange County.

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18.5 km

Patriot Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

In the hills above southern Orange County, you’ll find an abundance of trails for runners, hikers, and mountain bikers alike in the San Juan Capistrano Recreational Trail System. One of …

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38.3 km

End point

Bus stop

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