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Lake Hodges Trail – Hodges Dam loop from Cielo Village

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Lake Hodges Trail – Hodges Dam loop from Cielo Village

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5.0

(3822)

7,527

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Lake Hodges Trail – Hodges Dam loop from Cielo Village

01:32

18.2km

150m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. 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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Parking

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2.88 km

Rattlesnake Viewpoint – View of Lake Hodges Dam and San Dieguito River

Highlight • Viewpoint

This viewpoint gets its name from the rock wall that winds around in the shape of a snake. Here, you'll find stunning views of Lake Hodges Dam and the San Dieguito River, along with a Pipe Scope Sculpture.

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7.70 km

Lake Hodges Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This trail is mostly flat and winds along the west bank of Lake Hodges, offering views of the water and the dam along the way.

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8.22 km

Hodgee

Highlight • Monument

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

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8.73 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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13.7 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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18.2 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.90 km

4.29 km

3.50 km

3.45 km

1.96 km

112 m

Surfaces

12.7 km

5.41 km

160 m

Elevation

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Highest point (120 m)

Lowest point (30 m)

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Saturday 23 May

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Lake Hodges Trail – Hodges Dam loop from Cielo Village

Rattlesnake Viewpoint – View of Lake Hodges Dam and San Dieguito River

Lake Hodges Trail

Hodgee

Coast to Crest Trail

Hodges Dam

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