Mine Hill Trailhead – Camden Ponds loop from Winchester

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Mine Hill Trailhead – Camden Ponds loop from Winchester

Hard

3.4

(7)

riders

Mine Hill Trailhead – Camden Ponds loop from Winchester

04:42

63.0km

1,020m

Mountain biking

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 1.25 km for 74 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

Get Directions

20.1 km

New Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum

Highlight • Historical Site

The Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum is in the historic 1854 Casa Grande manor. The museum gives visitors a glimpse into the history of mercury (also known as quicksilver) mining and …

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20.8 km

Mine Hill Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

At this trailhead Mine Hill Trail starts with an initial climb up from the parking lot into Almaden Quicksilver County Park. It is the main, longest trail, winding to the …

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23.7 km

Castillero Trail

Highlight • Trail

Quicksilver is a term used to refer to mercury. These lands, now transformed into an outdoor activity park, were once places where mercury mines were found.

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27.1 km

Mine Hill Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This section has a relatively gentle slope and does not undergo significant incline changes. It presents mesmerizing surroundings abundant with wildflowers and wildlife.

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28.1 km

Guadalupe Reservoir Vista, Quicksilver Mine County Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great viewpoints open up at the northern end of Mine Hill Trail, the main, longest trail through Almaden Quicksilver County Park. After descending and climbing to the very northern end …

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32.9 km

Almaden Quicksilver County Park

Nature Reserve

40.5 km

Woods Trail Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

At the intersection of Mt Umunhum Rd and Hicks Road is the trailhead parking area for Woods Trail going west. Across Hicks road is the entrance to Woods rd trail going east.

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51.8 km

Kennedy Road Sierra Azul Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

The Kennedy Road Sierra Azul Trailhead has a small parking area that fits about three cars, depending on size, and offers a shaded starting point. A portable toilet is available …

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60.7 km

Camden Ponds

Highlight • Lake

Camden Ponds consist of three man-made ponds designed to serve as reservoirs for water management. The ponds, along with the surrounding wetlands, make it an ideal location for birding enthusiasts.

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63.0 km

End point

Train Station

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