7.2 hr
Overview
I have to say I love this ride. I always get perfect weather and perfect trail. This is a little known gem just outside a major metropolis. Easy access off the I-5 on the grapevine, from the north exit I-5 in Frazier Park and head west, same if you come from the south. There is a back way in from Ojai and the central coast, check maps for the best route choices there. Head west on Frazier Mountain Park Rd. for 7 miles then veer right on Cuddy Valley Rd. for another 6 miles. Park in the dirt lot at the intersection of Cuddy Valley and Mil Potrero hwy. <br><br>To ride this loop, start pedaling up Cuddy Valley Rd. for about 9 easy going miles. This road has very light traffic and plenty of room. Going up you get some great views, and a chance to see where the trail crosses over the road. At the top of the climb there is a parking area, the trail starts up right out the back of the lot. From here it is almost all down, 6 miles of trail carving bliss.
Trail Stats
24.0 km
721 m
2543 m
1832 m
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Photos
wide open, loamy, fast and furious!
wide open, loamy, fast and furious!
This is the confusing 5way intersection. See the Multi-use sign? That is you. head the direction my bike is pointed.....
This is the confusing 5way intersection. See the Multi-use sign? That is you. head the direction my bike is pointed.....
Cruising the bottom section
Cruising the bottom section
1st of the 3 "major" obstacles.
1st of the 3 "major" obstacles.
McGill Trail just starting the 3rd section. Great jumps and berms.
McGill Trail just starting the 3rd section. Great jumps and berms.
Lots of viewpoints on trail
Lots of viewpoints on trail
log X-ing
log X-ing
Great views on this trail
Great views on this trail
Lots of people climb the road, but going up the singletrack is lovely and not too challenging.
Lots of people climb the road, but going up the singletrack is lovely and not too challenging.