5.2 miles
Distance
572 ft
Climb
-291 ft
Descent
00:30:01
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Supporters, Builders, Maintainers & Land Managers of Big Laguna Trail

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    Land Manager

Big Laguna Trail Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Cleveland National Forest (San Diego County)
    Mount Laguna, California
  • Ref Number
    #5e06
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue rate
  • Voted Difficulty
    Blue (1 vote)
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    No
  • Global Ranking
    #72537 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #36554 in Trail Running
    • #37546 in Hiking
  • Local Popularity
    50 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 75 in Trail Running
    • 75 in Hiking
  • Land Owner
    US Forest Service- Cleveland National Forest

Big Laguna Trail is a 10 mile loop trail located near Cuyamaca, California that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.

Big Laguna Trail is one of SD county best from a recreational point of view. It is a beautiful trail rounding the perimeter of Laguna Meadow, and Big Laguna Lake. Its great for a moderate work-out ride. The trail doesn't gain much in elevation but makes up for it in such a beautiful and enjoyable ride.

Access Info

You can start at the Penny Pines parking area, mile 27.3 on Sunrise Highway, about four miles north of the village of Mount Laguna. Whether you park here or at any other spot along Sunrise Highway, you’ll need to post a National Forest Adventure Pass on your parked car. And don’t forget to take plenty of drinking water.

Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory
More Stats for Big Laguna Trail mountain bike trail trail
  • Altitude change
    280 ft
  • Altitude min
    5,437 ft
  • Altitude max
    5,813 ft
  • Altitude start
    5,437 ft
  • Altitude end
    5,719 ft
  • Grade
    1%
  • Grade max
    -25.3%
  • Grade min
    20.8%
  • Distance climb
    3 miles
  • Distance down
    2 miles
  • Distance flat
    2,654 ft
  • Avg time
    00:30:01
  • Avg reverse time
    00:43:43
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on Apr 6, 2025
Ideal
Avg: 3.78 (8 votes)
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      Big Laguna Trail Trail Reports

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      Apr 6, 2025 @ 8:09am
      Apr 6, 2025
      		 Recent rains have removed the dust but there are a few muddy spots here and there.
      Jan 5, 2025 @ 5:16pm
      Jan 5, 2025
      		 Dusty for sure. Lake is looking very nice.
      Oct 19, 2024 @ 8:38am
      Oct 19, 2024
      Sep 15, 2024 @ 7:26am
      Sep 15, 2024
      Aug 18, 2024 @ 2:03pm
      Aug 18, 2024
      		 Cows are on the trail - watch for livestock and fresh pies! Trail is riding good.
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      Recent Ridelog Activity on Trail

      Past Week
      • 2 rides
      • 21 miles avg distance
      6 Months
      • 14 rides
      • 18 miles avg distance
      All
      • 156 rides
      • Last: Apr 15, 2025

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