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35 miles east on San Diego, the Cuyamaca Rancho trails are not especially technical (both full-suspension and hardtail bikes thrive here), but are best suited to riders of intermediate ability (due to the amount of climbing). There are dozens of trails to choose from in this area (this track maps out one possible route), allowing for multiple ride options. Cuyamaca Rancho State Park partially burned in 2003; the trails have been restored but the semi-charred landscape is an erie reminder of the wildfire threat in this region. The trails are in their best condition in the spring and fall when there’s been some rain. After a hard day's ride, roadies and mountain bikers alike head to Mañanas Mexican Food in Alpine (1730 Alpine Blvd.).
-Mapped by Angela Wimberly
TO TRAILHEAD: Take I-8 east to CA-79 north. Continue 6.8 miles to trailhead.
Location: 32.889246, -116.575713
The first parking area is a small dirt lot just past Thousand Trails on the east side of the road. The singletrack is a short ways north of here.