Big Basin Redwood State Park
Big Basin Redwood State Park
Highlight (Segment) • Forest
Big Basin Redwood State Park
Road cycling
5.0
(4)
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Big Basin Redwoods State Park
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January 25, 2025
Road cycling
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Best routes near Big Basin Redwood State Park
5.0
(1)
90
riders
109km
05:56
2,280m
2,280m
The Stevens Creek Reservoir – Skyline Boulevard loop from Rancho San Antonio County Park is a demanding road cycling route that offers a diverse journey through Santa Clara County's natural beauty. You'll start in suburban settings, transition to the lush, curvy Stevens Canyon Road with glimpses of the creek, and then climb past wineries on Mount Eden Road. The highlight is Skyline Boulevard, which traverses a ridge with partially open views, though it can surprise you with short, extra-steep sections up to 18% grade.
This is a difficult 67.4-mile (108.5 km) ride with a substantial 7482 feet (2280 metres) of elevation gain, typically taking around 5 hours and 55 minutes to complete. It's classified as a hard road ride requiring very good fitness. The route is popular, so expect some traffic, especially quarry trucks on Stevens Canyon Road. Most surfaces are well-paved, but be aware that some segments might be unpaved.
This loop is the most popular road cycling route starting from Rancho San Antonio County Park, showcasing the varied natural beauty of the region, from reservoir views to ridge-top panoramas. The Stevens Creek Reservoir itself is an 87-acre body of water within a 1,063-acre park, providing a prominent scenic feature. The route offers access to an expansive natural environment for cyclists to explore, making it a significant endurance challenge in the Bay Area.
27
riders
90.3km
05:08
2,020m
2,020m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
27
riders
133km
06:51
2,300m
2,300m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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Distance 9.48 km
Uphill 240 m
Downhill 390 m
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