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Los Peñasquitos Falls – Los Peñasquitos Falls loop from Mira Mesa

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Los Peñasquitos Falls – Los Peñasquitos Falls loop from Mira Mesa

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Los Peñasquitos Falls – Los Peñasquitos Falls loop from Mira Mesa

02:16

25.5km

270m

Mountain biking

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

Last updated: May 22, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 2.18 km for 55 m

After 8.98 km for 289 m

After 23.3 km for 55 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.34 km

Peñasquitos Creek Crossing

Highlight • River

Closed when I came, but great spot to sit and cool off.

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3.51 km

North Main Trail and Waterfall Junction, Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve

Highlight • Rest Area

At this spot on the popular North Main Trail in Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve there is a bike repair station and a bike rack somewhat hidden in the bushes to stash your bike if you wish to pop down a short spur trail to see a waterfall.

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5.89 km

Del Mar Mesa Ecological Reserve

Highlight • Forest

This 900-acre preserve in the Del Mar Mesa area is protected by the city. It serves as a habitat for many different types of plants and animals that are threatened, endangered, and unique to the San Diego area.

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8.98 km

Los Peñasquitos Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

The name "Los Peñasquitos" translates to "little cliffs" in Spanish, a characteristic that becomes evident at this location. Here, you'll find a creek flows through a boulder-filled area, creating a tranquil scene rather than a roaring waterfall. The surroundings offer a serene and picturesque atmosphere.

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9.02 km

Los Peñasquitos Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

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9.65 km

Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve

Highlight • Gorge

Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve is a 4,000-acre preserve between Rancho Peñasquitos and Sorrento Hills to the north and Mira Mesa to the south. Humans have had a relationship with this land for over 7,000 years and remnants of this prehistoric past can be seen throughout the park.

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21.7 km

North Main Trail, Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This trail leads you from the western to the eastern edge of Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve, with a diverse range of terrains along the way. The area boasts remarkable biodiversity, featuring over 500 plant species and more than 175 bird varieties.

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25.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.0 km

11.6 km

1.17 km

715 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

17.6 km

5.54 km

860 m

731 m

404 m

287 m

Elevation

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Highest point (140 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

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North Main Trail and Waterfall Junction, Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve

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Los Peñasquitos Falls

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