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Briones Regional Park encompasses the John Muir Nature Area and has a number of dirt roadways perfect for mountain biking. Riders in Briones Regional Park can access over 40 miles of dirt roadway.
Perhaps the most popular road in Briones Regional Park is the Crest Loop, with expansive views of the rolling countryside that surrounds the park. The dirt roads of Briones Regional Park travel through a combination of dense forest, grassland, fruit trees and oak groves as they wind through Bear Creek and the Alhambra Valley.
A day use fee is required to ride at Briones Regional Park.
Details
Length:
8+ miles Various trails to choose from. Can add or subtract trails to change mileage
Difficulty:
Some climbing, little technical riding
Aerobic Difficulty:
Moderate
Time To Allow:
2 - 3 hours Depends on fitness and skill level
Season:
Spring - Fall
Additional Details:
Briones Regional Park is multi-use and riders should understand and practice appropriate right of way protocol. Riders should also carry a first aid kit, bike repair kit and extra water and food. A map of Briones Regional Park is quite handy due to the number of trails in the area. A day use fee to ride here is required.
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