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13.9 miles
Distance
2,088 ft
Climb
-2,093 ft
Descent
2,577 ft
High Point
-5 ft
Altitude change
794 ft
Altitude min
1,904 ft
Altitude start
1,900 ft
Altitude end
-33.1%
Grade max
35.2%
Grade min
8 miles
Distance climb
6 miles
Distance down
2,579 ft
Distance flat
New Flow Trail in Santa Cruz
Detailed Description
Flow Trail loop is a highly rated 14 mile popular intermediate route located near Soquel California. This mountain bike only route can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 17 trails. This route climbs 2,088 ft with a max elevation of 2,577 ft then descends -2,093 ft.
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Stats
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Distance14 miles
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Avg time2 hr 22 min
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Altitude min794 ft
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Altitude start1,904 ft
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Altitude end1,900 ft
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Climb2,088 ft
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Descent-2,093 ft
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Grade max-33.1%
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Grade min35.2%
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Distance climb8 miles
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Distance down6 miles
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Distance flat2,579 ft
48 Reviews & Comments
mmeskin
The Soquel Forest is CLOSED to all users Monday-Friday for logging. Check their Facebook page for updates. We drove all the way there, only to see the closed sign.
dstark70sf
Did it yesterday. Climb up Aptos Creek road was all fire road. When I climb I prefer single track, so I found it boring. I really liked the Ridge trail. Ridge is mostly blue with a mix of black that can easily be walked. Flow was awesome as well. There’s a gradual climb out which was under shade for the entire ride.
Overall I thought it was great, and I recommend, but the fire roads take away a star from my rating.
Overall I thought it was great, and I recommend, but the fire roads take away a star from my rating.
Rcking78
Flow 1-4 is running pretty rough. Flow 5 & 6 are running smoother and the berms are in better condition. After riding this loop it’s def not worth the climbs in and out.
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DirectionOne Direction
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Physical ratingModerate
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4 miles of Flow Trail - Santa Cruz, CA - MTB (Soquel Demo Forest)
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4 miles of Flow Trail - Santa Cruz, CA - MTB (Soquel Demo Forest) #mtb
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