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1.0 mile
Distance
149 ft
Climb
-65 ft
Descent
00:08:09
Avg time
82 ft
Altitude change
357 ft
Altitude min
506 ft
Altitude max
360 ft
Altitude start
443 ft
Altitude end
1.5%
Grade
-11%
Grade max
14.6%
Grade min
3,114 ft
Distance climb
2,110 ft
Distance down
295 ft
Distance flat
00:08:09
Avg time

Trail 70 Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Horse
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Fort Ord National Monument
    Monterey, California
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    100 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 100 in E-Biking
    • 80 in Trail Running
    • 80 in Hiking
    • 5 in Horseback
  • Global Ranking
    #48502 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #10039 in E-Biking
    • #67883 in Trail Running
    • #84013 in Hiking
    • #3695 in Horseback
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Climb Difficulty
    Green
  • Physical Rating
    Easy
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Season
    All year
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • eBike Allowed
    Yes up to Class 1
  • Land Owner

CYCLIST NOTES:
This trail is part of a loop taking you back toward the trailhead after dropping down Trail 91 from Little Moab. It's a fun trail with a nice climb up to the ridge with great views and then a descent back down.

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 Trail 91 and Parker Flats Cutoff Rd heading North OR Watkins Gate Rd heading South.

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    BLM
    Land Manager
Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

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  • 5 rides
  • 17 miles average
6 Months
  • 183 rides
  • 17 miles avg distance
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  • 2,281 rides
  • Last: Sep 7, 2026
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Mar 3, 2026 @ 12:13am (America/Los_Angeles)
Mar 3, 2026
Barely any sand compared to nearby trails.
Feb 21, 2026 @ 9:12am (America/Los_Angeles)
Feb 21, 2026
Oct 16, 2025 @ 3:09pm (America/Los_Angeles)
Oct 16, 2025
Aug 10, 2025 @ 9:18am
Aug 10, 2025
Nov 12, 2024 @ 4:39pm
Nov 12, 2024
One day after rain, great conditions. Area is easy without much elevation. Great for newbies. Still fun and pretty for seasoned rider but not...
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Ideal
Avg: 4.07 (7 votes)
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Trail 70

        Where is Trail 70 located?
        Trail 70 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 36.63127, -121.77767.
        How hard is Trail 70?
        Trail 70 is rated as Green difficulty. The physical rating is Easy. The average grade is 1.5%. The climb difficulty is rated Green.
        What is the elevation gain for Trail 70?
        Trail 70 has 149 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 65 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 357 ft to 506 ft.
        Is Trail 70 a point to point trail?
        Trail 70 is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
        How long is Trail 70?
        Trail 70 is 1.0 mile long. The trail type is singletrack.
        Are dogs allowed on Trail 70?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Trail 70. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        When is the best time of year to ride Trail 70?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Trail 70 are:
        • January (117 activities)
        • March (116 activities)
        • December (116 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        How do I access Trail 70? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Trail 70 are: View all parking locations in the area.
        How long does it take to ride Trail 70?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 8 minutes to ride Trail 70. The trail is 1.0 mile long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        How busy is Trail 70?
        Trail 70 is a very popular trail. There have been 12,775 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 13,835 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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