8.4 miles
Distance
1,401 ft
Climb
-1,398 ft
Descent
932 ft
High Point
1 ft
Altitude change
370 ft
Altitude min
568 ft
Altitude start
568 ft
Altitude end
-48.9%
Grade max
32.4%
Grade min
4 miles
Distance climb
4 miles
Distance down
2,949 ft
Distance flat

Mission Trails would seem to be the ideal mountain-biking location in San Diego. It's centrally located, with varied topography that's suitable for every rider from beginner to advanced. And best of all, as the Park's description indicates, there are about 60 miles of trails. However, there's an omission in that mileage figure: much of it is fire- or service-road. Hence the Park's nickname, "Missing Trails." That said, there is still enough singletrack to make it an enjoyable riding destination, and this route does just that by stitching together the Park's best singletrack.

You'll begin with a fire-road warmup and climbing on Quarry Ridge Trail and Rim Trail before reaching the downhill of Portobello Trail. From there, it's mixed terrain with some more climbing until you reach the highlight of the route: the long stretch of downhill singletrack on Shepherd Ridge, E-Ticket (Upper), and E-Ticket (Lower) trails, complete with banked turns, optional jumps, fast flow, and tech. It's enough fun to make you forget about all the fire-road.

So yeah, overall, the singletrack may be an omission, but here's an admission: make it your mission to enjoy Mission Trails.

A few things to note:

1. The route is suitable for skilled intermediate riders and consists of trails rated blue and black.

2. Please bring a bell. The trails are filled with hikers and other riders, and sightlines are often limited.

3. All the trails are sanctioned and legal. Have fun

Detailed Description
Omission Trails is a 8 mile popular intermediate route located near San Carlos California. This mountain bike only route can be used one direction and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 10 trails. This route climbs 1,401 ft with a max elevation of 932 ft then descends -1,398 ft.
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Stats

  • Distance
    8 miles
  • Avg time
    1 hr 53 min
  • Altitude min
    370 ft
  • Altitude start
    568 ft
  • Altitude end
    568 ft
  • Climb
    1,401 ft
  • Descent
    -1,398 ft
  • Grade max
    -48.9%
  • Grade min
    32.4%
  • Distance climb
    4 miles
  • Distance down
    4 miles
  • Distance flat
    2,949 ft

26 Reviews & Comments

Dcarrion1756 Dcarrion1756
Tough but mostly rideable technical climbing sections. Lots of loose rocks and ruts.
evanrls evanrls
If you like steep fire roads with lots of loose rocks and sand you'll love this. If not, skip the west side, start on the east. Do the E-Ticket climb twice if you need the miles

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Details

  • Riding area
    Mission Trails Regional Park
  • Primary Activity
    Mountain Bike
  • Difficulty rating
    Blue
  • Route Type
    Loop
  • Bike type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    One Direction
  • Physical rating
    Moderate

Directions

  1. Bike north on Fortuna Saddle Trail.
  2. Continue for 200 meters.
  3. Bike south on Quarry RidgeTrail.
  4. Continue for 30 meters.
  5. Bike southwest on Quarry RidgeTrail.
  6. Continue for 600 meters.
  7. Bike east on Quarry RidgeTrail.
  8. Continue for 700 meters.
  9. Bike northwest on Quarry RidgeTrail.
  10. Continue for 400 meters.
  11. Bike northeast on Fortuna Saddle Trail.
  12. Continue for 300 meters.
  13. Bike north on Rim Trail.
  14. Continue for 600 meters.
  15. Bike northwest on Rim Trail.
  16. Continue for 500 meters.
  17. Bike east on North Fortuna Perimeter Trail.
  18. Continue for 900 meters.
  19. Turn left to stay on North Fortuna Perimeter Trail.
  20. Continue for 200 meters.
  21. Bike north on North Fortuna Perimeter Trail.
  22. Continue for 200 meters.
  23. Bike east on North Fortuna Perimeter Trail.
  24. Continue for 100 meters.
  25. Bike southeast on Shepherd Ridge Trail.
  26. Continue for 500 meters.
  27. Bike southwest on Shepherd Ridge Trail.
  28. Continue for 200 meters.
  29. Bike east on E-Ticket (Upper).
  30. Continue for 200 meters.
  31. Bear right to stay on E-Ticket (Upper).
  32. Continue for 80 meters.
  33. Bike southwest on E-Ticket (Upper).
  34. Continue for 500 meters.
  35. Bike southeast on E-Ticket (Upper).
  36. Continue for 200 meters.
  37. Bike southwest on Fortuna Saddle Trail.
  38. Continue for 200 meters.
  39. Bike southeast on E-Ticket (Lower).
  40. Continue for 600 meters.
  41. Bike west on S-Curves.
  42. Continue for 20 meters.
  43. Turn left to stay on S-Curves.
  44. Continue for 300 meters.
Avg: 3.6 (5 votes)
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Recent Trail Reports Along Route

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E-Ticket (Upper)
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Rim Trail
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Shepherd Ridge Trail
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Portobello Trail
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S-Curves
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