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Lake Ella – Waddle Ranch Dedication loop from Union Mills

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Lake Ella – Waddle Ranch Dedication loop from Union Mills

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Lake Ella – Waddle Ranch Dedication loop from Union Mills

01:37

18.1km

350m

Mountain biking

Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 20, 2026

Tips

Includes a very steep uphill segment

You may need to push your bike.

After 14.5 km for 123 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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6.79 km

Lake Ella

Highlight • Lake

Lake Ella is located in the Waddle Ranch Preserve. The lake is a great place to view Waterfowl and if you're lucky a bald eagle.

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8.72 km

Waddle Ranch Dedication

Highlight • Monument

A commemorative plaque honoring the preservation of Waddle Ranch by the Truckee Donner Land Trust. Waddle Ranch is a great place to spot wildlife of all varieties and at the right time of year the wildflowers are incredible.

Tip by

12.5 km

Martis Creek Lake view

Highlight • Viewpoint

Quiet spot to take a break and enjoy the view of Martis Creek Lake. This trail generally isn't too busy so it's likely you'll have the place to yourself for a few minutes.

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18.1 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.3 km

3.99 km

1.11 km

619 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

12.9 km

5.11 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,930 m)

Lowest point (1,780 m)

Weather

Tuesday 7 July

28°C

7°C

0 %

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Lake Ella – Waddle Ranch Dedication loop from Union Mills

Lake Ella

Waddle Ranch Dedication

Martis Creek Lake view

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