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Lake Hodges – Hodges Dam loop from Cielo Village

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Lake Hodges – Hodges Dam loop from Cielo Village

Moderate

3.1

(25)

riders

Lake Hodges – Hodges Dam loop from Cielo Village

03:22

40.5km

330m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 11, 2026

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7.79 km

Hodgee

Highlight • Monument

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

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8.30 km

Coast to Crest Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Discover a serene trail embraced by birdwatchers, hikers, runners, and horseback riders. Year-round beauty unfolds, inviting all, even our loyal canine friends, to share in nature's wonder.

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10.8 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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13.9 km

David Kreitzer Lake Hodges Pedestrian Bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

The David Kreitzer Lake Hodges Pedestrian Bridge is the longest stress ribbon bridge in the world and runs over the San Dieguito River/Lake Hodges.

The bridge gates open at 6 a.m. and close at 9 p.m. daily.

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22.8 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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24.3 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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24.5 km

Mule Hill Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

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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36.4 km

Hodges Dam

Highlight (Segment) • Monument

Lake Drive passes through the community of Del Dios and runs along Lake Hodges to the dam, offering scenic views of the lake and countryside. This road is also used …

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40.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

17.1 km

7.21 km

6.92 km

5.55 km

3.57 km

112 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

25.6 km

12.2 km

1.94 km

610 m

170 m

Elevation

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Highest point (140 m)

Lowest point (40 m)

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Lake Hodges – Hodges Dam loop from Cielo Village

Hodgee

Coast to Crest Trail

Lake Hodges

David Kreitzer Lake Hodges Pedestrian Bridge

Mule Hill

Sikes Adobe Historic Farmstead

Mule Hill Trailhead

Hodges Dam

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