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1.8 miles
Distance
874 ft
Climb
-246 ft
Descent
00:28:41
Avg time
628 ft
Altitude change
1,609 ft
Altitude min
2,244 ft
Altitude max
1,616 ft
Altitude start
2,244 ft
Altitude end
6.7%
Grade
-59.3%
Grade max
58.9%
Grade min
1 mile
Distance climb
2,402 ft
Distance down
404 ft
Distance flat
00:28:41
Avg time
Simas Peak Details
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Activities
- Mountain Bike
- Hike
- Trail Running
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Riding AreaToro Regional Park
Monterey, California -
Difficulty Rating
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Voted DifficultyBlack Diamond (1 vote)
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Local Popularity15 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 45 in Trail Running
- 5 in Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Bike TypeAM
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Climb DifficultyDouble Black Diamond
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Physical RatingExtreme
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SeasonMar - Oct
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Dogs AllowedYes
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Land Owner
This is the trail that continues from Ollason Peak, the popular access to Pipeline, to Black Mountain and Simas Peak (2250 ft). Parts of this trail are extremely steep (nearing 30%). Combined with the typically dry hardpack covered with a thin layer of loose gravel, providing limited grip, both the climb and descends can be difficult or impossible to bike. Several large ruts run through the trail. Most of the trail is 3-7 ft wide. The amazing views of both the Monterey Bay and the valley on the other side make the hike-a-bike well worth doing if you have the courage and skills required.
Access Info
This trail continues up after Ollason Peak; instead of turning left towards Pipeline and the other trails, keep heading up on the trail that is visible from Ollason Peak.
Disclaimer
Very steep, loose trail. Access at your own risk. Few people venture here, plan accordingly.
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
Recent Activity on Trail
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6 Months
- 1 rides
- 15 miles avg distance
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- 9 rides
- Last: Aug 23, 2026
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CamiPDUmSl
Uphill, definitely, double black. (effort wise). Technical wise…. More of a blue. But, the effort pushes that out of the way. Also, incredible views. Downhill….. only really double black because of the first really steep uphill section, that’s challenging even downhill. Also, pretty loose trail, it will push you to your limits. The first uphill section is about, 25- 30 feet long, pretty loose, very steep, and super fun (if you like challenges.) This trail is pretty darn fun, in a type two fun way, and, connected with pipeline, is a killer descent.
WillieB
All downhills are rideable, but uphills will almost certainly have you walking. Not sure its worth it to continue past the highpoint at Black Mountain Trail. Great views.
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