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Lake Hodges – Hodges Dam loop from Del Dios

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Lake Hodges – Hodges Dam loop from Del Dios

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(4189)

5,303

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Lake Hodges – Hodges Dam loop from Del Dios

03:48

33.5km

400m

Running

Hard run. 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: August 27, 2026

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Parking

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1.10 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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5.21 km

David Kreitzer Lake Hodges Pedestrian Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The David Kreitzer Lake Hodges Pedestrian Bridge is the longest stress ribbon bridge in the world and runs over the San Dieguito River/Lake Hodges.

The bridge gates open at 6 a.m. and close at 9 p.m. daily.

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19.9 km

Coast to Crest Trail – Lake View

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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20.7 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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24.4 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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26.1 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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32.0 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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33.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

19.6 km

8.24 km

3.06 km

1.76 km

833 m

Surfaces

24.8 km

6.57 km

1.11 km

423 m

359 m

212 m

Elevation

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Monday 31 August

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Lake Hodges – Hodges Dam loop from Del Dios

Lake Hodges

Bernardo Summit Trail

David Kreitzer Lake Hodges Pedestrian Bridge

Coast to Crest Trail – Lake View

Lake Hodges Trail

Hodges Dam

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

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