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Pacific Ridge Trail – Shady Canyon Trail loop from University of California, Irvine

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United States
California
Orange County
Irvine

Pacific Ridge Trail – Shady Canyon Trail loop from University of California, Irvine

Moderate

3.1

(8)

61

riders

Pacific Ridge Trail – Shady Canyon Trail loop from University of California, Irvine

01:54

24.8km

420m

Gravel riding

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

Last updated: May 8, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Bommer Canyon Open Space Preserve

Crystal Cove State Park

Quail Hill Open Space Preserve

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

3.85 km

Bommer Canyon Open Space Preserve

Highlight • Natural

Bommer Canyon Preserve is part of the old Irvine Ranch Cattle Camp. Covered by a sycamore canopy, Bommer Canyon Preserve is also an important preservation area for many local plants and wildlife, including several endangered species.

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2

6.34 km

Bommer Canyon Preserve is part of the old Irvine Ranch Cattle Camp. Covered by a sycamore canopy, Bommer Canyon Preserve is also an important preservation area for many local plants and wildlife, including several endangered species.

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3

8.18 km

Pacific Ridge Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This trail places you at the top of Crystal Cove State Park with expansive views of all the protected land and ocean off in the distance.

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4

9.04 km

Pacific Ridge Trail

Highlight • Trail

This trail is fast and nontechnical, and you get great views across the rolling hills of Crystal Cove State Park all the way down to the ocean. Hikers and dog-walkers …

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5

16.1 km

Shady Canyon Trail

Highlight • Trail

Shady Canyon Trail is a mixed use bike and pedestrian path adjacent to the luxurious Shady Canyon neighborhood.

Entirely paved and very well-kept, it is often busy with pedestrians, so ride with care and courtesy.

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6

18.1 km

Quail Springs Wetlands

Highlight • Natural

Enjoy the peaceful scenery of the wetlands, with its native plants, diverse birdlife, and seasonal wildflowers. The terrain is mostly flat and easy to navigate, making it suitable for riders of all ages and abilities.

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7

22.2 km

Sand Canyon Wash / University Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This paved multi-use path winds over gently rolling terrain with cacti, flowers, and some sparse tree cover. This is a great brief escape from the city without leaving Irvine.

Tip by

8

22.6 km

Also simply called Mason Regional Park, this green area holds several trails, plentiful shade trees, picnic areas and large turf fields, plus a softball backstop, sand volleyball courts, a fitness …

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B

24.8 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.7 km

5.98 km

5.23 km

805 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.1 km

6.80 km

6.60 km

252 m

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