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1.3 miles
Distance
114 ft
Climb
-56 ft
Descent
00:07:43
Avg time
58 ft
Altitude change
397 ft
Altitude min
455 ft
Altitude max
397 ft
Altitude start
455 ft
Altitude end
0.843%
Grade
-12.266%
Grade max
12.985%
Grade min
4,344 ft
Distance climb
1,643 ft
Distance down
898 ft
Distance flat
00:07:43
Avg time
Upper Fireroad Details
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Activities
- Mountain Bike
- E-Bike
- Gravel Bike
- Adaptive Bike
- Hike
- Trail Running
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Riding AreaLake Hodges
Poway, California -
Difficulty Rating
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Local Popularity85 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 85 in E-Biking
- 65 in Trail Running
- 40 in Hiking
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Trail TypeDirt/Gravel Road
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Bike TypeXC, Gravel, Adaptive MTB
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DirectionBoth DirectionsPopular Direction Shown
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Physical RatingEasy
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike Allowed
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TTFs on TrailBridge
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Land OwnerSan Dieguito River Park
Alternate entry fire road for Lake Hodges. It can be used to connect to either of the creek crossings. A lot less populated than the lower main fire road.
Access Info
Main access is achieved by going straight up the single track off the paved walkway after crossing under the bridge. It can also be accessed by a few other single tracks, more treacherous. On the return look for the single track on the left side of the road heading down to the creek crossing when the single track splits stay right, cross the creek and head up to Upper Fire Road.
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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- 21 miles avg distance
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- Last: Jul 23, 2026
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Directions to upper-fireroad trailhead
(33.062730, -117.070010)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Upper Fireroad
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Where is Upper Fireroad located?
Upper Fireroad is located in Lake Hodges, Poway, California, United States. It is part of the Lake Hodges trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 33.06273, -117.07001.
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What is the elevation gain for Upper Fireroad?
Upper Fireroad has 114 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 56 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 397 ft to 455 ft.
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Is Upper Fireroad a point to point trail?
Upper Fireroad is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is dirt/gravel road.
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How long is Upper Fireroad?
Upper Fireroad is 1.3 miles long. The trail type is dirt/gravel road.
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