10 Biking Trails in California That You Shouldn't Miss

May 31, 2021 Brandee Mangan

California is a fertile, peaceful place where you’ll find a near-equal balance of vineyards and deserts, beaches and mountains, hippies and traditionalists. Catch an epic wave in Big Sur or swirl a glass in Napa Valley. Be dazzled by the Joshua Tree night sky or just star-gaze in Hollywood. Swish down the slopes of a Tahoe ski resort, or cruise across the Golden Gate Bridge with the top down and the music blasting. Above all, don’t forget to soak up some Golden State sunshine.
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1. Monterey Peninsula Recreational Trail

Monterey, CA +1 831-646-3866 http://monterey.org/en-us/Departments/Monterey-Recreation/Parks-and-Beaches/Monterey-Bay-Coastal-Trail
Excellent
81%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 799 reviews

Monterey Peninsula Recreational Trail

Popular hiking trail running along the Pacific Grove and Monterey coast.

Reviewed By Dao1949 - Chiang Mai, Thailand

It stretches along the coast of Monterey from Fisherman's Wharf all the way through Pacific Grove Beach and Lover's Point. Incredibly scenic views to be viewed along your walk with the Pacific Ocena waves crashing in. In the Cannery Row stretch, walk through history of a famous street of canneries that harvested millions of tons of fish, many decades ago. The Pacific Grove section is completed with the walk through of Lovers Point which features a pristine sandy beach in a protected cove.

2. Bob Jones City to Sea Bike Trail

Ontario Road, Avila Beach, CA 93406 +1 805-544-9096 [email protected] http://lcslo.org/project/bob-jones-city-to-sea-trail/
Excellent
81%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 294 reviews

Bob Jones City to Sea Bike Trail

Reviewed By marktrus - Newbury Park, United States

This is a 1.7mile walk or bike ride to Avila Beach. Very senic, relaxing and easy to do, wonderful! It also takes you around the golf course, over a river via bridge.

3. Truckee River Bike Trail

Tahoe City, CA +1 530-583-3356 http://willardsportshop.com
Excellent
89%
Good
11%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 38 reviews

Truckee River Bike Trail

Reviewed By 33colettef

Not too challenging, and good for the entire family. Great way to bike from Squaw into town, have lunch, visit Commons beach and bike back again.

4. Truckee River Legacy Trail

Truckee, CA 96160
Excellent
83%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 18 reviews

Truckee River Legacy Trail

Reviewed By johnsD576GV

A stroll along the river before dinner, well worth taking the time to relax and feel nature. There is no difficulty to this paved path.

5. TV Tower Road

CA https://www.trailforks.com/trails/tv-tower-road-60339/
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

TV Tower Road

6. South Bay Bicycle Trail

Santa Monica, CA
Excellent
67%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 154 reviews

South Bay Bicycle Trail

Reviewed By 660rickd - Jupiter, United States

Could have ridden more and further, but mainly rode our rentals from Annenburg House down to Venice Pier and back. Stopped for lunch, stopped to watch the Skaters at the Skate park too. Well maintained, easy to see directional markings so walkers, skateboarders and scooters know all where to be and who gets right of way. Never saw an accident, although gotta watch out for little kids o occasion darting out in front of you in their hurry to get to the swing set or the beach lol. You may also need to occasionally watch out for the serious bikers on the trail, the ones who like to really cruise past you expecting you to move out of their way. Also prepare yourself for some second hand MJ smoke. Ran through a few clouds of it, and while it doesnt bother me at all, ;), it may bother some. Next tiem I plan on heading down to marina Del Rey and up to Malibu.

7. 26-Mile Bike Path

Santa Monica, CA 90403 http://beaches.lacounty.gov/wps/portal/dbh/!ut/p/b0/04_Sj9CPykssy0xPLMnMz0vMAfGjzOJdDQwM3P3dgo0MvA0MDTyN_Ezc3B0DDYBs_YJsR0UAMgAeVA!!/?1dmy&page=dept.lac.dbh.home.beaches.detail.hidden&urile=wcm%3Apath%3A/dbh+content/dbh+site/home/beaches/bikepath1
Excellent
75%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,463 reviews

26-Mile Bike Path

Starting at the Santa Monica pier, this is a popular path for biking, jogging and in-line skating along the Pacific Ocean.

Reviewed By eddiepix - Beaverton, United States

My girlfriend and I have ridden this path from Santa Monica to Redondo Beach many times...it's beautiful and exciting and along with the great proximity to the ocean, you will see some of the world's most interesting people along the way.

8. Mammoth Mountain Bike Park

10001 Minaret Road Adventure Center, Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546 +1 800-626-6684 http://www.mammothmountain.com/summer/bike-park-overview/bike-park/mammoth-bike-park
Excellent
82%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 107 reviews

Mammoth Mountain Bike Park

A popular spot to rent mountain bikes and equipment for a day of biking on Mammoth Mountain.

Reviewed By Fofo44444

Mammoth Mountain Bike Park has so much to offer. Whether you're a beginner rider or a seasoned expert, you will find some epic trails to ride on. Take the Gondola up to the top or half way, there so many trails to choose from. I recommend going tubeless and running the widest tire possible to float over the soft pumice and to avoid pitch flats. Also, wear elbow and knee/shin guards, just in case you go down.

9. Sutter Bike Trail

Hooper Road in Tierra Buena to Acacia Road in Sutter, Yuba City, CA 95993
Excellent
50%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 30 reviews

Sutter Bike Trail

10. American River Bicycle Trail

Sacramento, CA +1 916-248-2660 http://www.folsom.ca.us
Excellent
72%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 619 reviews

American River Bicycle Trail

Part of the American Discovery Trail, this path is exclusively for non-motorized use, and it extends throughout the city.

Reviewed By M8826GWpeters

This city was built at the confluence of two rivers because; well, it is the confluence of two rivers. For a hundred years we then ignored that locale, except for the landed elite few who built private homes overlooking one or the other river. Then, sometime late last century, civic leaders and benefactors rediscovered the gem of our nearly 30 miles of uninterrupted river shore. The Jedediah Smith bike trail is a paved two lane route exclusively for bicycles running from the Old Port Sacramento waterfront to the shores of Folsom lake, with nary a highway crossing, stoplight or intersection with automobile traffic. It is mostly shaded by native oaks and cottonwoods, with continuous views to the American River and periodic ‘off ramps’ to neighborhoods such as Campus Commons, Carmichael, Rancho Cordova, Fair Oaks and Folsom. It’s not uncommon to see beaver, herons, duck, geese and even deer along this route. There are ample opportunities for picnics, fishing, rafting and swimming. It’s a great day out for cyclists, or families, or couples - anyone looking for the great outdoors right in their back yard.

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