8.5 miles
Distance
227 ft
Climb
-228 ft
Descent
111 ft
High Point
13 ft
Altitude min
103 ft
Altitude start
102 ft
Altitude end
-13.9%
Grade max
15.9%
Grade min
3 miles
Distance climb
3 miles
Distance down
2 miles
Distance flat

Official Route of the Ride On Mountain Biking Challenge presented by the County of San Diego

This tour of Otay Valley is suitable for beginning mountain bikers

The route begins at the Rios Street Staging AreaMAP LINK and heads westward to explore the ponds and other features of the valley. The westward end of the trail is at the west end of main which can connect to the Bayshore Bikeway for future exploration. On this route, riders will return back eastward through the valley exploring other sections of wide dirt and gravel pathways with some singletrack. Towards the end of the loop, riders will have a change to try their skills at the Greg Cox Bike Park before returning to the Rios Street Staging Area.

Otay Valley Regional Park (OVRP) is a multi-jurisdictional planning effort by the County of San Diego and the cities of San Diego and Chula Vista. Currently, the park offers passive recreational areas including 8.3 miles of non-motorized, multi-use trails, extending from the San Diego National Wildlife Refuge to I-805 and a Ranger Station located at 2155 Beyer Boulevard. Also featured are seven staging areas, seven ponds and birdwatching opportunities. Future plans will have trails connecting eastward to Lower Otay Reservoir.

Support restoration efforts by following the signs and staying on designated paths. The park and refuge areas are open daily from sunrise to sunset. Always allow at least 48 hours after last rain fall for trails to dry before heading out for your ride. Always practice trail courtesy - Share and Be Aware!

source: Otay Valley Regional Park
Detailed Description
Otay Valley Loop is a 8 mile moderately popular easy route located near Chula Vista California. This mountain bike primary route can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating. This route includes 5 trails. This route climbs 227 ft with a max elevation of 111 ft then descends -228 ft.
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Stats

  • Distance
    8 miles
  • Avg time
    7 hr 18 min
  • Altitude min
    13 ft
  • Altitude start
    103 ft
  • Altitude end
    102 ft
  • Climb
    227 ft
  • Descent
    -228 ft
  • Grade max
    -13.9%
  • Grade min
    15.9%
  • Distance climb
    3 miles
  • Distance down
    3 miles
  • Distance flat
    2 miles

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  • Riding area
    Otay Valley Regional Park
  • Primary Activity
    Mountain Bike
  • Other Activities
    • E-Bike
    • Horse
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Difficulty rating
    Green
  • Route Type
    Loop
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes
  • Bike type
    XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Physical rating
    Easy

Directions

  1. Walk south on Rios (OVRP).
  2. Continue for 200 meters.
  3. Turn right onto East Loop (OVRP).
  4. Continue for 500 meters.
  5. Turn right onto Finney.
  6. Continue for 800 meters.
  7. Keep right to take Le May Pond.
  8. Continue for 500 meters.
  9. Bear right onto Finney.
  10. Continue for 600 meters.
  11. Turn right onto Pond Loop (OVRP).
  12. Continue for 2 kilometers.
  13. Turn right onto Finney.
  14. Continue for 2 kilometers.
  15. Make a sharp right onto Bayshore Bikeway.
  16. Continue for less than 10 meters.
  17. Walk south on Finney.
  18. Continue for 2 kilometers.
  19. Keep right to stay on Finney.
  20. Continue for 1.5 kilometers.
  21. Turn right to stay on Finney.
  22. Continue for 600 meters.
  23. Keep right to stay on Finney.
  24. Continue for 1.5 kilometers.
  25. Keep right to stay on Finney.
  26. Continue for 1 kilometer.
  27. Make a sharp left onto Rancho (OVRP).
  28. Continue for 400 meters.
  29. Turn right onto East Loop (OVRP).
  30. Continue for 70 meters.
  31. Turn right onto Rios (OVRP).
  32. Continue for 200 meters.
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    May 23, 2026 @ 6:50pm (America/Los_Angeles)
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