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Hodges Dam – Lake Hodges loop from Palomar College

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United States
California
San Diego County
San Marcos

Hodges Dam – Lake Hodges loop from Palomar College

Hard

3.3

(20)

55

riders

Hodges Dam – Lake Hodges loop from Palomar College

05:10

74.4km

1,020m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very 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 17, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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25.2 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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2

26.0 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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3

30.0 km

Lake Hodges Trail

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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

33.4 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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5

39.6 km

Mule Hill

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Mule Hill was the site of a battle in the Mexican-American War on December 7th, 1846.

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6

41.3 km

Mule Hill Trailhead

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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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7

43.2 km

Coast to Crest Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This is a great "quick ride" to get your blood flowing. You can stretch it for for miles in either direction. The Coast to Crest Trail just keeps getting better and better!

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8

65.2 km

San Elijo Road Climb

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Great steady climb for hill reps on the back side of Double Peak.

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74.4 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

21.4 km

21.2 km

16.1 km

13.6 km

1.63 km

644 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

36.9 km

26.3 km

10.5 km

474 m

310 m

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Highest point (380 m)

Lowest point (30 m)

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