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1.4 miles
Distance
495 ft
Climb
-495 ft
Descent
01:03:57
Avg time
328 ft
Altitude min
786 ft
Altitude max
700 ft
Altitude start
700 ft
Altitude end
-32.964%
Grade max
45.155%
Grade min
3,405 ft
Distance climb
3,283 ft
Distance down
485 ft
Distance flat
01:03:57
Avg time

Canyon Loop Trail Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Fernandez Ranch
    Martinez, California
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    40 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #116464 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #129908 in Trail Running
    • #113467 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Climb Difficulty
    Green
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes

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AI Generated Description

Canyon Loop Trail is a 1 mile moderately popular blue difficulty singletrack trail located near Martinez California. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 495 ft green climb. On average it takes 1 hour3 minutes to complete this trail.

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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Canyon Loop Trail Trail Reports

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Jul 7, 2026 @ 3:59pm (America/Los_Angeles)
Jul 7, 2026
Dec 27, 2023 @ 10:32am
Dec 27, 2023
 the gully windy section is fun but some churned up bits of mud. steep ass hills a bit slippery down low and just too damn steep up higher lol,...
Sep 29, 2022 @ 3:08pm
Sep 29, 2022
 Loose dirt is an understatement. The decent is fine but the uphill under the trees is some loose dirt with only a few cow pies. Still one of my...
May 21, 2022 @ 3:11pm
May 21, 2022
 Dead deer trail side about 3/4 through the loop (counter clockwise). Give it a few weeks for mature to do it’s thing.
Nov 28, 2020 @ 8:42am
Nov 28, 2020
 Large tree down across trail, blocking trail. Nice view up top but ultra slick fire road on way down, pretty sketchy. Then very steep climb out...
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Avg: 3.24 (2 votes)
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      10:32 | 536 | Sep 21, 2020 , Martinez

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      10 Reviews & Comments

      NIwxJ
      The current state of this trail is that the west side is a decent singletrack, and then there's a steep and loose fire road back. I recommend either descending the fire road if you want a steep bomb or doing an out-and-back on the singletrack.
      kyvanlee
      Barely tell it's a fire road, it is so overgrown. At times riding through hip height growth. Some places have prickle bush across path.
      Sbartlebaugh
      John Muir Land Trust is working on a project to re-route a portion of the trail around the section which had a flowing seep this year to a corridor up hill. The re-route would also provide a lower average grade. Alternatives to the current drainage crossing at the upper end are also being discussed. Timing will be dictated by permitting requirements most likely.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Canyon Loop Trail located?
      Canyon Loop Trail is located in Fernandez Ranch, Martinez, California, United States. It is part of the Fernandez Ranch trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 37.99816, -122.22226.
      ▼ How hard is Canyon Loop Trail?
      Canyon Loop Trail is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The climb difficulty is rated Green.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Canyon Loop Trail?
      Canyon Loop Trail has 495 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 495 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 328 ft to 786 ft.
      ▼ Is Canyon Loop Trail a point to point trail?
      Canyon Loop Trail is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Canyon Loop Trail?
      Canyon Loop Trail is 1.4 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Canyon Loop Trail?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Canyon Loop Trail. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access Canyon Loop Trail? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Canyon Loop Trail are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Canyon Loop Trail?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 21 minutes to ride Canyon Loop Trail. The trail is 1.4 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Canyon Loop Trail?
      Canyon Loop Trail is a moderately popular trail. There have been 89 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 90 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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