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Heritage Square Park – Lopez Dam loop from Thompson & Cimarron

San Luis Obispo County

Nipomo

Heritage Square Park – Lopez Dam loop from Thompson & Cimarron

Moderate

2.6

(15)

riders

Heritage Square Park – Lopez Dam loop from Thompson & Cimarron

02:30

57.1km

480m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 1, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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10.4 km

Lopez Dam

Highlight • Monument

From the top of the dam you can see down either side of Lopez Lake and Lopez Canyon. Rather unusually, the dam on Arroyo Grande Creek has a grassy face …

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27.3 km

Lake Lopez Marina View

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

The views of Lake Lopez are stunning from this elevated road. You can also see the marina below. Take care of other road users whilst admiring the views.

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28.9 km

Bridge across Lopez Lake

Highlight • Lake

The views from the bridge are fantastic looking both way, where you can see the lake and river feeding into it. Keep your eye out for people fishing on the shores too.

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29.9 km

Renowned for its challenging ascents, this locale features steep inclines. However, nestled within lies a captivating spot offering enchanting vistas of the mountains and the lake. It is beautifully green and lush here.

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57.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

35.5 km

15.4 km

6.15 km

102 m

Surfaces

51.5 km

5.66 km

Elevation

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Highest point (190 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

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