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3,320 ft
Distance
238 ft
Climb
00:08:20
Avg time
240 ft
Altitude change
123 ft
Altitude min
365 ft
Altitude max
125 ft
Altitude start
364 ft
Altitude end
7.2%
Grade
-4.1%
Grade max
28.9%
Grade min
2,779 ft
Distance climb
49 ft
Distance down
489 ft
Distance flat
00:08:20
Avg time

Trail 31North Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Horse
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Fort Ord National Monument
    Monterey, California
  • Difficulty Rating
    Green Rate
  • Local Popularity
    35 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 35 in E-Biking
    • 60 in Trail Running
    • 70 in Hiking
    • 5 in Horseback
  • Global Ranking
    #138388 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #134394 in E-Biking
    • #49302 in Trail Running
    • #22618 in Hiking
    • #20596 in Horseback
  • State Ranking
    #5,254 in Mountain Biking · California [+]
    • #3,032 in E-Biking
    • #1,323 in Horseback
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Climb Difficulty
    Green
  • Physical Rating
    Easy
  • Season
    All year
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • Land Owner
    BLM California - Fort Ord National Monument

CYCLIST NOTES
This is usually the last climb before heading back to the parking lot after descending Trail 41 (Goat Trail). It climbs up from Oil Well Road to a saddle that overlooks the Salinas River Valley and then drops down to just above the parking lot at Creekside Terrace.

Watch for hikers and trail runners as there is plenty of traffic on this trail since it is close to the parking lot.

NATIONAL MONUMENT NOTES:
This BLM managed trail is open from dawn to dusk to cyclists, hikers/joggers, and equestrians. The trail is two-way directional, and cyclists must yield to all other users; hikers/joggers must yield to equestrians. Maximum passing speed limit is less than 5 mph for cyclists for oncoming trail users and when passing those that have slowed/stopped and moved to edge of trail. Please leash your pet.

Access Info

Access via Old Reservation Rd heading South OR Trail 72 (Boy Scout Rd) heading West.

Tags
Trail Supporters
  • BLM
    BLM
    Land Manager
Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

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  • 14 miles avg distance
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  • 166 rides
  • Last: Sep 22, 2026
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Trail 31North Trail Reports

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Apr 13, 2026 @ 11:06am (America/Los_Angeles)
Apr 13, 2026
Feb 12, 2026 @ 10:35am (America/Los_Angeles)
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Apr 2, 2024 @ 4:32am
Apr 2, 2024
 Wonderful conditions and recently cleared of brush
Aug 5, 2023 @ 7:16am
Aug 5, 2023
Nov 11, 2021 @ 10:02am
Nov 11, 2021
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on Apr 13, 2026
Ideal
Avg: 3.88 (3 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      Directions to trail-31north trailhead (36.626260, -121.692710)
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      Routes with this trail

      47
      Creekside Tour
      15 miles • 2,074 ft • 531 • Loop •
      This is a fun tour of the various trails connected to the parking lot, and a great introduction to Fort...
      56
      Builders Best
      ★ 4.0 • 15 miles • 2,289 ft • 263 • Loop •
      1.5-2 hour loop highlighting some of the best single track and descents in Fort Ord. A local favorite!
      58
      Creekside 20 Miler
      20 miles • 2,709 ft • 19 • Loop •
      This is a route that I like to do when starting from Creekside Terrace.
      3.7 ★★★★★
      3 Ratings
      5 ★
      4 ★ 67%
      3 ★ 33%
      2 ★
      1 ★

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Trail 31North located?
      Trail 31North 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 36.62626, -121.69271.
      ▼ How hard is Trail 31North?
      Trail 31North is rated as Green difficulty. The physical rating is Easy. The average grade is 7.2%. The climb difficulty is rated Green.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Trail 31North?
      Trail 31North has 238 ft of elevation gain. The elevation ranges from 123 ft to 365 ft.
      ▼ Is Trail 31North a point to point trail?
      Trail 31North is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Trail 31North?
      Trail 31North is 3,320 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Trail 31North?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Trail 31North. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Trail 31North?
      Trail 31North is best visited during: All year.
      ▼ How do I access Trail 31North? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Trail 31North are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Trail 31North?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 9 minutes to ride Trail 31North. The trail is 3,320 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Trail 31North?
      Trail 31North is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 1,139 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 1,208 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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