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      Jamul trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, Gravel Biking and Adaptive Biking. Popular destinations include Hollenbeck Canyon.
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      AKA: Crestridge

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      Region Details
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      Region Status
      Open as of Jan 2, 2026
      Local Trail Association

      Gravel Bike Stats

      Global Ranking
      #2,471
      State Ranking
      #785
      Trails (view details)
      8
      Trails Mountain Bike
      15
      Trails E-Bike
      3
      Trails Gravel Bike
      8
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      4
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      3
      Trails Horse
      2
      Trails Hike
      15
      Trails Trail Running
      15
      Trails Dirtbike/Moto
      1
      Trails ATV/ORV/OHV
      1
      Total Distance
      23 miles
      Total Descent Distance
      7 miles
      Total Descent
      1,657 ft
      Total Vertical
      2,431 ft
      Reports
      13
      Completed Counter
      18

      Popular Jamul Gravel Biking Trails

      80 0.0 5 miles 754 ft 4
      Barber Mountain Road is a forest road in Eastern San Diego County. There are some steep short climbs and some beat up and rocky sections. Some parts of this road are in poor condition. It gets very hot in summer. This road can be used...
      5 0.0 2,513 ft 179 ft 1
      Connects to Hollenbeck Ranch.
      5 3.5 2,592 ft 0 ft
      This trail in the Hollenbeck Canyon recreation area is a shortcut to the upper canyon regions or a quick way down back to the canyon base. It is a hard, packed dirt road that is cut by deep erosion scars and ruts that criss-cross this...

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      Jamul Routes

      14 miles 2,021 ft 5 Loop
      This route is a way to get a feel for what and the adjacent area has to over.

      Photos of Jamul

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      Videos of Jamul

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      0:10 | 191 | Oct 4, 2020
      Hollenbeck Canyon trail 12/31/15
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      6:25 | 238 | Jan 4, 2016

      Recent Trail Reports

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      El Camino Verde
      Jan 2, 2026 @ 12:16pm (America/Los_Angeles)
      Jan 2, 2026
      Variable 12-26-25 Entered from Honey Springs...drinkofishboy
      Daley Ranch Truck Trail Access
      Aug 14, 2025 @ 8:45am
      Aug 14, 2025
      Very DryHike Fee requiredBenLow2019
      Daley Ranch Truck Trail
      Aug 14, 2025 @ 8:45am
      Aug 14, 2025
      Very DryHike Fee requiredBenLow2019
      Hollenbeck Hill Trail
      Aug 14, 2025 @ 8:45am
      Aug 14, 2025
      Very DryHike Fee requiredBenLow2019
      Proctor Bypass
      Aug 8, 2025 @ 6:27pm
      Aug 8, 2025
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      Activity Feed

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      sbsliderwishlistrouteactivity #101712760
      Aug 17, 2026 @ 11:07am
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      7alexridesMTB2wishlistrouteactivity #87707829
      Jan 23, 2026 @ 9:10pm
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      7alexridesMTB2wishlisttrailactivity #86796950
      Jan 7, 2026 @ 7:38am
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      drinkofishboyaddreportactivity #86520247
      Jan 2, 2026 @ 12:34pm
      Jan 2, 2026

      Recent Comments

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      zsENNrtrailMother Grundy Truck TrailGood route. As described.
      Feb 28, 2026 @ 5:11pm
      Feb 28, 2026
      BenLow2019trailProctor BypassThis trail is open? Wow. It has been fenced...
      Mar 1, 2023 @ 9:54am
      Mar 1, 2023
      BenLow2019trailDaley Ranch Truck Trail AccessThese trails used to be free for the public...
      Oct 16, 2019 @ 6:32am
      Oct 16, 2019

      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike1534 miles3,291 ft11 miles2,431 ft
      #5,906#1,971405324,159
      E-Bike37 miles236 ft1 mile2,054 ft
      328272
      Gravel Bike823 miles1,657 ft7 miles2,431 ft
      #2,471#78513111
      Adaptive Bike410 miles837 ft3 miles1,115 ft
      #4,928#1,26916
      Winter Fat Bike311 miles787 ft3 miles2,110 ft
      #6,095#1,951
      Horse28 miles197 ft1 mile2,264 ft
      5
      Hike1534 miles3,291 ft11 miles2,431 ft
      #3,755#1,31011531319
      Trail Running1534 miles3,291 ft11 miles2,431 ft
      #6,475#2,10353177
      Dirtbike/Moto15 miles164 ft1 mile1,017 ft
      31
      ATV/ORV/OHV15 miles164 ft1 mile1,017 ft
      3

      Frequently Asked Questions

      What are the best places to ride in Jamul?
      Jamul has 1 areas to explore for gravel biking. The top rated areas are:
      What are the highest rated gravel biking trails in Jamul?
      The highest rated gravel biking trails in Jamul are: View all gravel biking trails sorted by rating.
      What is the best time of the year to ride in Jamul?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Jamul are:
      • March (2 activities)
      • January (2 activities)
      • September (1 activities)
      Check the Jamul reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      Where can I park to ride in Jamul?
      There are 3 parking locations listed in Jamul. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
      What is the longest trail in Jamul?
      The longest trail in Jamul is Barber Mountain Road at 5.3 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Jamul?
      What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Jamul?
      How many trails are in Jamul?
      Jamul has a total of 15 trails. Of those, 8 are designated for gravel biking. Browse top gravel biking trails in Jamul to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      Which trail has the most elevation gain in Jamul?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Jamul is Barber Mountain Road with 754 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      Which trail has the most elevation descent in Jamul?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Jamul is Barber Mountain Road with 623 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      What activities are most popular in Jamul?
      Jamul supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
      What are the steepest gravel biking trails in Jamul?
      The steepest gravel biking trail in Jamul is Rancho Jamul Spur with an average grade of 7.1%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Jamul?
      Yes, there are 1 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Jamul. Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
      Are the trails open in Jamul?
      Out of 1 trails:
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 1
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      What are the most popular gravel biking routes in Jamul?
      The most popular gravel biking routes in Jamul are: View all gravel biking routes in Jamul.
      What is the highest summit in Jamul?
      The highest summit in Jamul is McGinty Mountain at 2,165 ft elevation.
      What are the top sights to see in Jamul?
      There are 2 notable sights in Jamul. Some of the top sights include: Explore all points of interest in Jamul.
      Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Jamul?
      Yes, there are 4 accessible/adaptive trails in Jamul. View all adaptive trails in Jamul for specific accessibility information.
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