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Rim Trail – Shepherd Ridge Trail loop from West Fortuna Staging Area

Routes
Mountain biking trails
United States
California
San Diego County
San Diego

Rim Trail – Shepherd Ridge Trail loop from West Fortuna Staging Area

Moderate

4.8

(8150)

18,401

riders

Rim Trail – Shepherd Ridge Trail loop from West Fortuna Staging Area

01:19

12.6km

310m

Mountain biking

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

Last updated: June 15, 2026

Tips

Includes a very steep uphill segment

You may need to push your bike.

After 10.8 km for 336 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

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1

2.09 km

Picnic Shelter

Highlight • Rest Area

Picnic Shelter with a great view at the crossing of San Diego River Crossing Trail and Fortuna Saddle Trail.

Tip by

2

2.89 km

Rim Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The hike along the Rim Trail provides some great views of all five Mission Trail Peaks and the Suycott Valley below, as well as downtown San Diego in the west.

Tip by

3

6.36 km

Shepherd Pond

Highlight • Lake

Shepherd Pond is a lovely spot to have a rest during your ride in Mission Trails Regional Park.

Tip by

4

7.94 km

Shepherd Ridge Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This trail has a rocky incline, offering just the right amount of challenge for your hike. To avoid both the heat and the crowds, the best times to hike would be early mornings and weekdays.

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B

12.6 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.85 km

2.58 km

635 m

483 m

Surfaces

8.30 km

4.25 km

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Elevation

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Highest point (280 m)

Lowest point (120 m)

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Friday 3 July

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15°C

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