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San Diego County

Rock House Trailhead – Tiki Hut loop from Rancho San Diego

San Diego County

Rock House Trailhead – Tiki Hut loop from Rancho San Diego

Hard

4.9

(4215)

8,960

riders

Rock House Trailhead – Tiki Hut loop from Rancho San Diego

03:16

37.6km

570m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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San Diego National Wildlife Refuge

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

1

17.5 km

Upper Otay Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

The Upper Otay Reservoir is a freshwater reservoir in San Diego County. It is surrounded by picturesque landscapes and offers opportunities for fishing, boating, bird watching, and different recreational activities …

Tip by

2

18.1 km

Otay Reservoir Dam

Highlight • Monument

Fun Easy Ride

Tip by

3

19.0 km

Upper Otay Reservoir Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

There is a small network of dirt and wood chip trails and gravel service roads circling around the Upper Otay Reservoir. This little lake is much smaller than its lower …

Tip by

4

20.0 km

Proctor Valley Natural Resource Area

Highlight • Natural Monument

This area is the northernmost part of Otay Ranch and the southern part of the San Diego National Wildlife Refuge. The scenic views of rolling hills and well-maintained trails make it a highly popular biking area.

Tip by

5

25.0 km

Rock House Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

This trailhead leads you up the Rock House Trail to Mother Miguel Mountain. It is a straightforward trail and one of the few in the area with some elevation gain.

Tip by

6

29.4 km

Gazebo With View of Sweetwater Reservoir

Highlight • Viewpoint

This small hut is a great shaded spot to stop and admire a viewpoint of the south end of the Sweetwater Reservoir.

Tip by

7

29.4 km

Tiki Hut

Highlight • Mountain Hut

This is the perfect spot for a snack. Take a seat and enjoy the view.

Tip by

8

37.3 km

Steele Canyon Bridge (Sweetwater River Bridge)

Highlight • Bridge

The Steele Canyon Bridge, also known as the Sweetwater River Bridge, is a beautiful landmark crossing the Sweetwater River. It is on the National Register of Historic places, and is …

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B

37.6 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.8 km

11.8 km

4.59 km

3.79 km

3.37 km

114 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

28.3 km

7.37 km

1.24 km

748 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (340 m)

Lowest point (80 m)

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