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SaveLake Hodges is a picturesque area that is arrayed linearly along an east-west axis, with most of the trails found along the north shore of the lake. Longer rides will, by necessity, be some form of out-and-back requiring significant stretches of fireroad and even a bit of pavement. For shorter loop rides, head to the lake's southeast corner, where a good concentration of flowy singletrack lies. For the (very) advanced rider, there is the difficult climb up Bernardo Mountain Trail, whose summit views are worth the extended hike-a-bike that mortal riders will endure. Don't overlook the area's eastern margin, where East Raptor Ridge and West Raptor Ridge are found. Both are full of flowy goodness and shouldn't be missed. The endurance-inclined can connect Lake Hodges to Black Mountain and then Los Penasquitos, making an epic day out.
The 15 freeway provides easy access to the trails, and there are plenty of trailheads to choose from. Expect to share the trails with horses and many hikers, especially on weekends. A bell is helpful here.
The 15 freeway provides easy access to the trails, and there are plenty of trailheads to choose from. Expect to share the trails with horses and many hikers, especially on weekends. A bell is helpful here.
Primary Trail Type: Cross-Country
Land Status: City Managed
Land Manager: San Dieguito River Park
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- Mountain Bike
23 trails
- E-Bike
22 trails
- Hike
23 trails
- Trail Running
23 trails
Region Details
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- 6
- 9
- 1
Region Status
Open as of May 27, 2026Local Trail Association
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- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 23
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 23
- Trails E-Bike
- 22
- Trails Hike
- 23
- Trails Trail Running
- 23
- Total Distance
- 28 miles
- Total Descent
- 2,743 ft
- Total Vertical
- 1,009 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 1,095 ft
- Reports
- 592
- Photos
- 725
- Ridden Counter
- 19,097
Popular Lake Hodges Mountain Biking Trails
• 100 ★ 1.2 • 3,223 ft • 23 ft • 1,813 •
Paved path that goes under the freeway and connects the parking lot at Sunset Drive to Mission road.
• 100 ★ 4.0 • 6 miles • 308 ft • 1,373 •
The San Dieguito River Parks North Shore trail system surrounds Lake Hodges in North County San Diego. Year round good riding in the scenic California inland valleys. The North Shore trail is a hard pack mostly doubletrack trail with...
• 100 ★ 3.2 • 1 mile • 40 ft • 1,111 •
Portion of San Pasqual Valley trail west of Raptor Ridge.
• 100 ★ 4.5 • 4,213 ft • 356 ft • 1,078 •
West portion of raptor ridge. Many folks ride to the top and turn around. Others continue down the east portion.
• 95 ★ 4.3 • 2 miles • 98 ft • 957 •
Ride along the south shore of Lake Hodges. Easy single track with a small rock pile section to keep you on your toes. Can get a little congested with weekend bike and foot traffic.
• 95 ★ 3.4 • 4 miles • 459 ft • 924 •
This is a great little trail in the Del Dios Gorge area. West from the staging area will take you to the switchbacks and the end of the SDRP inland trail system. The trail is hard pack singletrack that cuts threw the bottom of the gorge...
• 90 ★ 3.8 • 685 ft • 20 ft • 640 •
This single track connects the Upper Fire Road to Bernardo Mountail Trail. Drop in from the Upper single track ride over the log pile and small bridge crossing upper Felicita Creek and then up to Bernardo Trail.
Lake Hodges Mountain Bike Routes
★ 5.0 • 32 miles • 2,008 ft • 7 • Out & Back •
This is a fun flowy single track route that will have you smiling.At just over 31 miles you'll want a...
★ 3.7 • 22 miles • 1,321 ft • 11 • Loop •
Water flows uphill towards money and power, or so it's said. This might answer the question that arises...
★ 5.0 • 9 miles • 474 ft • 4 • Loop •
A loop that takes you around the most eastern point of Lake Hodges. Enjoy a fantastic view at the peak of...
★ 4.0 • 15 miles • 950 ft • 4 • Loop •
Park at Poblado Road near Moon Song Court south of Lake Hodges.
★ 3.0 • 13 miles • 1,197 ft • 7 • Out & Back •
This is a suggested out-and-back route for Raptor Ridge that includes a couple other fun trails, and . For...
★ 2.0 • 34 miles • 2,739 ft • 4 •
Complete route of the 2020 Dirty Duro sponsored by Quick n Dirty. During these uncertain times we have...
Photos of Lake Hodges Mountain Bike
Videos of Lake Hodges Mountain Bike
3:46 |
325 |
Dec 14, 2017
2:37 |
384 |
Dec 8, 2015
trail: Bernardo Mountain Trail
0:28 |
593 |
Mar 30, 2015
trail: Bernardo Mountain Trail
9:58 |
423 |
Dec 17, 2021 , Poway
trail: West Raptor Ridge
6:55 |
409 |
May 7, 2021 , Poway
trail: East Raptor Ridge
6:55 |
584 |
May 7, 2021 , Poway
trail: Bernardo Mountain Trail
10:08 |
677 |
Mar 14, 2021 , Poway
trail: Upper Fireroad
5:59 |
357 |
Feb 19, 2021 , Poway
Recent Trail Reports
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| joseph724 | wishlist | route | activity #97851840 | Jun 26, 2026 @ 12:46pm 11 hours |
| SharonHBv4lf | wishlist | trail | activity #97089463 | Jun 15, 2026 @ 11:08pm Jun 15, 2026 |
| stoker1223 | add | photo | activity #95782473 and 7 more | May 29, 2026 @ 9:16am May 29, 2026 |
| mikesmack | add | report | activity #95727917 and 1 more | May 28, 2026 @ 12:54pm May 28, 2026 |
| Totogogo | wishlist | trail | activity #95603516 | May 26, 2026 @ 5:51pm May 26, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| trail | Van broken into 11am on a Monday at Del Dios... | Apr 22, 2025 @ 8:01am Apr 22, 2025 | ||
| trail | Just finished this trail. Had 2 walk 2 small... | Jan 24, 2025 @ 2:40pm Jan 24, 2025 | ||
| trail | Came to here to comment about the rock piles... | Nov 1, 2024 @ 1:13pm Nov 1, 2024 | ||
| trail | Needs some love! Very overgrown (you’ll get... | Jul 20, 2024 @ 4:04pm Jul 20, 2024 | ||
| trail | Super tight since track. Pants and a long... | May 19, 2024 @ 5:20pm May 19, 2024 |
Nearby Areas
| name | distance | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Pasqual Valley | 3 | 1 | 2.1 km | ||
| Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve | 8 | 11 | 4 | 2.4 km | |
| Yellow Truck | 1 | 4.9 km | |||
| Black Mountain | 32 | 20 | 5 | 5.5 km | |
| San Elijo Hills | 11 | 9 | 6.1 km |
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Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | ridelogs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Bike | 23 | 28 miles | 2,743 ft | 11 miles | 1,007 ft | #1,282 | #436 | 726 | 592 | 10 | 27,027 | |
| E-Bike | 22 | 26 miles | 2,717 ft | 11 miles | 1,007 ft | #405 | #575 | 16 | 544 | 2 | 2,053 | |
| Hike | 23 | 28 miles | 2,743 ft | 11 miles | 1,007 ft | #6,796 | #2,476 | 1 | 592 | 2 | 482 | |
| Trail Running | 23 | 28 miles | 2,743 ft | 11 miles | 1,007 ft | #5,732 | #1,781 | 592 | 2 | 628 |
Frequently Asked Questions About Lake Hodges
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Lake Hodges?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Lake Hodges are:
- West Raptor Ridge (4.3/5)
- East Raptor Ridge (4.2/5)
- Bernardo Bay Trail (4.2/5)
- North Shore Lake Hodges Trail (4/5)
- Hodges Outback (4/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Lake Hodges?
Based on ride log data, the most popular months to ride in Lake Hodges are:
- July (281 activities)
- October (219 activities)
- May (192 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Lake Hodges?
There are 6 parking locations listed in Lake Hodges. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
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What is the longest trail in Lake Hodges?
The longest trail in Lake Hodges is North Shore Lake Hodges Trail at 9.2 km. View all trails sorted by distance.
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