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Fernandez Ranch Loop with Vista Point

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“Excellent loop for beginner or intermediate level riders. ”

Yvette Skinner
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6.3

Miles

10.1

KM

70%

Singletrack

766' 234 m

High

269' 82 m

Low

847' 258 m

Up

848' 258 m

Down

5%

Avg Grade (3°)

21%

Max Grade (12°)

Dogs Off-leash

E-Bikes Unknown

Family Friendly Took my 12 year old daughter. Some walking and tight switchbacks for beginners, but fun and do-able.

Overview

This loop will take you on one of the few trails in the East Bay with bicycle-legal singletrack. The park also allows off-leash dogs under voice control so bring along Fido to run with you while you ride.

Need to Know

No parking fees. To ride the stretch of fire road that passes through the EBMUD Pinole Valley Watershed a cycling permit must be purchased, either online or at their office off San Pablo Road.

Pit toilet at the trailhead. No potable water on site!

Description

The loop is a mix of mostly singletrack with some fire roads. Some sections of trail are in full sun whereas the trails that pass through the forest will offer good shade. This property is an active cattle ranch. Please close all gates after passing through. Keep dogs under control and avoid spooking the cattle. These trails have no difficult features but some of the climbs and descents are moderately steep.

Contacts

Local Club: Bicycle Trails Council of the East Bay

Aug 15, 2023: JMP Trail Angels Have Been Busy!

Aug 14, 2023: Answer Survey for Chance to Win $225 TrailOne Gift Card

Aug 11, 2023: BTCEB Membership Drive

Land Manager: John Muir Land Trust - Fernandez Ranch

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  4.2 from 15 votes

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Near the end of the Woodrat Trail.
Aug 17, 2023 near Crockett, CA
Well groomed, gently sloping singletrack!
May 24, 2018 near Crockett, CA
Almost done with the climb and onto the ridge.
Aug 17, 2023 near Crockett, CA
Near the beginning of the Whipsnake Trail.
Aug 17, 2023 near Crockett, CA
Ridgetop rest area - nice views
Nov 2, 2018 near Crockett, CA
Beautifully designed, well maintained, dog friendly riding
May 24, 2018 near Crockett, CA

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Aug 17, 2023
Mark Loftin
Nov 21, 2022
Mark Loftin
Considering the lack of singletrack in East Bay, this trail is a hidden gem with nice flow and shade. Nothing technical but some steep climbs. 6.3mi — 1h 45m
Aug 7, 2022
Matthew Breckel
6.6mi — 1h 37m
Jun 12, 2022
James Bear Barnett
Mar 20, 2022
Kim S
12h 30m
Jan 15, 2022
Kevin Estrada
Feb 10, 2021
Mike Dahlquist
Aug 16, 2020
Peter Henderson
Most of the climb is at the start in the sun, then a mix of lovely oak shaded sections and sun. Great ride with a couple of 11-year-olds. 5mi — 2h 00m

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