Walnut Creek Open Space – Davidson Mesa Overlook loop from Flatiron Crossing

Walnut Creek Open Space – Davidson Mesa Overlook loop from Flatiron Crossing

Moderate

3.1

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Walnut Creek Open Space – Davidson Mesa Overlook loop from Flatiron Crossing

03:08

56.4km

670m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 3, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 18.2 km for 92 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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Walnut Creek Open Space

Highlight • Forest

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Highlight (Segment) • Trail

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Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

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Highlight • Monument

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Highlight • Viewpoint

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Highlight • Trail

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