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Hodges Dam – Lake Hodges loop from San Pasqual Battlefield State Historic Park

San Diego County

Hodges Dam – Lake Hodges loop from San Pasqual Battlefield State Historic Park

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Hodges Dam – Lake Hodges loop from San Pasqual Battlefield State Historic Park

04:11

50.0km

490m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very 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: March 18, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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12.0 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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2

20.1 km

Hodgee

Highlight • Monument

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

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3

20.2 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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4

23.7 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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5

25.4 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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6

33.6 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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7

39.8 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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8

46.6 km

View of San Pasqual Valley from Raptor Ridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Stop at this viewpoint for great views of the San Pasqual Valley and a possible hawk sighting!

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B

50.0 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

36.1 km

8.10 km

2.24 km

1.95 km

1.65 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

42.7 km

4.17 km

2.70 km

310 m

237 m

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Highest point (210 m)

Lowest point (90 m)

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