Pulgas Water Temple – Portola Road loop from Belmont

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Pulgas Water Temple – Portola Road loop from Belmont

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19,479

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Pulgas Water Temple – Portola Road loop from Belmont

04:21

66.9km

810m

Cycling

Hard bike 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: July 20, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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75 m

Belmont CalTrain Station

Highlight • Rest Area

Once part of the Southern Pacific Railroad, this station is now served by local and limited-service Caltrain operations.

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707 m

Twin Pines Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Pleasant Belmont park with a network of paved bike trails and gravel trails.

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5.93 km

Sheep Camp Trail (Gravel Connector between Belmont-Cañada Roads)

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Great way to get over 280 heading either way. Not too steep. Mostly dirt, but some parts are loose gravel. Should probably have at least 32mm tires for this one.

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9.02 km

Pulgas Water Temple

Highlight • Monument

San Francisco built Pulgas Water Temple as a monument to the engineering marvel that brought Hetch Hetchy water more than 160 miles across California from Yosemite National Park in the …

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17.4 km

Woodside

Highlight • Settlement

Woodside is a historic town-turned upscale community along the old wagon path from San Francisco to Santa Clara. The downtown is a great place to take a break from your …

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21.9 km

Portola Road

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This is a beautiful stretch of road going through Portola Valley. It's a great place for a shaded ride on a winding stretch of road.

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28.1 km

Rossotti's Alpine Inn

Highlight • Pub

This fantastic tavern, founded in 1852, is the second oldest in the state. It features a large, beer garden-style outdoor area with plenty of shade. An extensive beer and food …

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58.2 km

Upper Crystal Springs Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Crystal Springs Reservoir, nestled in the northern Santa Cruz Mountains, consists of two artificial lakes formed along the San Andreas Fault and is ideal for hiking and wildlife viewing. Originally …

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