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7.7 miles
Distance
1,699 ft
Climb
-1,687 ft
Descent
2,403 ft
High Point
11 ft
Altitude change
1,310 ft
Altitude min
1,504 ft
Altitude start
1,516 ft
Altitude end
-41.1%
Grade max
39%
Grade min
4 miles
Distance climb
3 miles
Distance down
2,900 ft
Distance flat
A fun loop ride with a good downhill from the parking area at Cuesta Pass.
Detailed Description
Cuesta Loop is a 8 mile popular intermediate route located near Cuesta Ridge West California. This mountain bike only route can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 5 trails. This route climbs 1,699 ft with a max elevation of 2,403 ft then descends -1,687 ft.
Trail Issues on Route
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 2 trails (newest: Jan 2, 2026)
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Stats
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Distance8 miles
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Avg time1 hr 23 min
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Altitude min1,310 ft
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Altitude start1,504 ft
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Altitude end1,516 ft
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Climb1,699 ft
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Descent-1,687 ft
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Grade max-41.1%
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Grade min39%
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Distance climb4 miles
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Distance down3 miles
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Distance flat2,900 ft
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Trails in Route
| 4 miles | |||||
| 4,557 ft | |||||
| 2 miles | |||||
| 1 mile | |||||
| 2,014 ft |
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Primary ActivityMountain Bike
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Difficulty ratingBlue
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Route TypeLoop
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Bike typeAM
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DirectionOne Direction
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Physical ratingModerate
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