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3,952 ft
Distance
37 ft
Climb
-311 ft
Descent
00:06:43
Avg time
-274 ft
Altitude change
132 ft
Altitude min
406 ft
Altitude max
406 ft
Altitude start
132 ft
Altitude end
-33.253%
Grade max
16.597%
Grade min
371 ft
Distance climb
3,334 ft
Distance down
246 ft
Distance flat
00:06:43
Avg time

Trail 22 Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Fort Ord National Monument
    Monterey, California
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Voted Difficulty
    Blue (4 votes)
  • Local Popularity
    45 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 75 in E-Biking
    • 60 in Trail Running
    • 55 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #114815 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #33861 in E-Biking
    • #134073 in Trail Running
    • #137737 in Hiking
  • State Ranking
    #4,188 in Mountain Biking · California [+]
    • #742 in E-Biking
    • #6,723 in Trail Running
    • #7,847 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions
    Popular Direction Shown
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Season
    All year
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
  • Ride in Rain
    Yes
  • Land Owner

This trail follows the ridge and has three steep rutted sections (the best lines are usually to the far right or left and beginners usually walk). The trail overlooks Merrill Ranch and has great views of Salinas Valley. At the end there's a steep sandy section (weight back and no front brake).

Access Info

Access via Trail 60/Sandstone Ridge Rd intersection heading East OR Crescent Bluff Rd heading West.

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RidgelineSandyViews

Trail Supporters

  • BLM
    BLM
    Land Manager

Local Trail Association

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 2 rides
  • 24.9 km average
6 Months
  • 16 rides
  • 26.3 km avg distance
All
  • 338 rides
  • Last: Nov 7, 2026
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Trail 22 Trail Reports

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Apr 13, 2026 @ 11:06am (America/Los_Angeles)
Apr 13, 2026
Dec 28, 2025 @ 8:34pm (America/Los_Angeles)
Dec 28, 2025
Mar 29, 2024 @ 7:20pm
Mar 29, 2024
It's NOT a black diamond. I've seen strong beginners ride it!
Mar 29, 2024 @ 7:19pm
Mar 29, 2024
It's NOT a black diamond. I've seen strong beginners ride it!
May 12, 2023 @ 8:56am
May 12, 2023
Deep ruts/washouts in a few areas on downhill segments. Otherwise in great condition.
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on Apr 13, 2026
Ideal
Avg: 3.79 (13 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      Wasn't Ready For This Trail!☠️ Fort...
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      6:50 | 2670 | Jun 26, 2019 , Monterey
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      17:34 | 434 | Feb 21, 2025 , Monterey

      Routes with this trail

      32 miles • 3,762 ft • 23 •
      A little ride around Fort Ord
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      13 Ratings
      5 ★ 31%
      4 ★ 38%
      3 ★ 15%
      2 ★
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      2 Reviews & Comments

      windsurfsf windsurfsf
      Fun trail with small jumps on the flat sections. Steep sections are short and not a problem unless you find a rutted line. Sand on last section not bad at all.
      tozigy
      This trail is pretty fun and has a few jumps.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Trail 22 located?
      Trail 22 is located in Fort Ord National Monument, Monterey, California, United States. It is part of the Fort Ord National Monument trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 36.63289, -121.72522.
      ▼ How hard is Trail 22?
      Trail 22 is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Trail 22?
      Trail 22 has 37 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 311 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 132 ft to 406 ft.
      ▼ Is Trail 22 a point to point trail?
      Trail 22 is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Trail 22?
      Trail 22 is 3,952 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Trail 22?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Trail 22. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Trail 22?
      Trail 22 is best visited during: All year.
      ▼ How do I access Trail 22? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Trail 22 are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Trail 22?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 7 minutes to ride Trail 22. The trail is 3,952 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Trail 22?
      Trail 22 is a moderately popular trail. There have been 1,473 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 1,550 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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