The Best Mountain Biking in Laguna Beach
Looking for the best mountain biking in Laguna Beach? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Laguna Beach. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.
Top mountain biking spots in and near Laguna Beach
-
Laguna Beach, California
Water Tank Trail
4.33.05 mi / 502 ft gainThere a numerous trails in the Laguna Coast Wilderness that proceed up and along the ridges and down into the canyons (or the reverse), and most are excellent for hiking, trail running, and mountain biking. A classic out-and-back (with many options for loops) begins in Irvine Bowl Park at the en...Read more -
Laguna Beach, California
Trail Run the Boat Road and Laguna Ridge
4.34 mi / 600 ft gainThere a numerous trails in the Laguna Coast Wilderness that proceed up and along the ridges and down into the canyons (or the reverse), and most are excellent for trail running, hiking, and mountain biking. A classic out-and-back (with many options for loops) begins at the end of Dartmoor Street ...Read more -
Laguna Beach, California
Emerald Canyon & Bommer Ridge Loop
5 mi / 873 ft gainThere a numerous trails in the Laguna Coast Wilderness that proceed up and along the ridges and down into the canyons (or the reverse), and are quite popular for mountain biking, hiking, and trail running. A great mountain biking loop begins in Emerald Canyon at the end of Emerald Canyon Road an...Read more -
Laguna Beach, California
Hike the West Ridge Trail
5.01.5 mi / 150 ft gainBeginning at Alta Laguna Park at Top of the World, the West Ridge Trail is a popular starting (and ending) point for adventures into the Laguna Coast Wilderness, leading to trails and areas like Car Wreck, Big Bend, and Willow Canyon. You can also do it in reverse from the north. The ridge itself...Read more -
Laguna Beach, California
West Ridge to Car Wreck Trail and Mathis Canyon Loop
4.53.31 mi / 856 ft gainThere are numerous ways to incorporate the Car Wreck trail into a larger loop through the Laguna Coast Wilderness and Aliso Canyon Park, but a common route is to begin at Alta Laguna Park at "Top of the World" in Laguna Beach. Take the West Ridge Trail .5 miles, bearing right onto the marked Car...Read more -
Laguna Beach, California
West Ridge Trail, Lynx, and Cholla Trails
5.41 mi / 705 ft gainWest Ridge Trail, Lynx, and Cholla Trails is a loop trail where you may see wildflowers located near Laguna Niguel, California.Read more -
Laguna Beach, California
Rock-It Loop Trail
5.7 mi / 941 ft gainRock-It Loop Trail is a loop trail where you may see wildflowers located near Laguna Beach, CaliforniaRead more -
Laguna Beach, California
Big Bend, Bommer Ridge, Willow Trail
4.82 mi / 840 ft gainBig Bend, Bommer Ridge, Willow Trail is a loop trail where you may see wildflowers located near Laguna Beach, California.Read more -
Laguna Beach, California
Hike the Big Bend Loop
5.04.8 mi / 931 ft gainThe Big Bend Loop Trail is easily accessible from Laguna Beach. As you get to the top of the first climb, you will be rewarded with views of the Pacific. Once at the top you get sweeping vistas of canyons, hills and the ocean. The trail is open year-round. There is a parking fee of $3. Bring lot...Read more -
Laguna Beach, California
Big Bend, Bommer Ridge and Laguna Ridge Loop
4.15 mi / 909 ft gainBig Bend, Bommer Ridge and Laguna Ridge Loop is a loop trail where you may see wildflowers located near Laguna Beach, California.Read more -
Laguna Beach, California
No Name Ridge to El Morro Canyon Loop Trail
8.99 mi / 1043 ft gainNo Name Ridge to El Morro Canyon Loop Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Laguna Beach, California.Read more -
Laguna Beach, California
B.F.I. Trail in Crystal Cove State Park
5.00.78 mi / 125 ft gainTo get to the trailhead, enter Crystal Cove State Park through the Crystal Cove El Moro Campground entrance immediately next to El Moro Elementary School. Follow the road behind the school which leads to the main gate where you will need to pay a day-use parking fee of $15. Drive past the Campgr...Read more -
Laguna Beach, California
El Moro Canyon to Moro Ridge Loop
8.09 mi / 1050 ft gainEl Moro Canyon to Moro Ridge Loop is a loop trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Laguna Beach, California.Read more -
Aliso Viejo, California
Aliso Creek Trail
9.5 mi / 305 ft gainAliso Creek Trail is an out and back trail where you may see wildflowers located near Lake Forest, California.Read more -
Laguna Beach, California
El Moro Canyon Trail
5.04.94 mi / 814 ft gainThe trail features a waterfall and is open year-round, but is best used in the spring. Remember to bring $15 cash for the parking fee. The Laguna Beach trail is shared by trail runners, mountain bikers, hikers, and the occasional horseback rider. Dogs are not allowed in Crystal Cove State Park.Read more -
Laguna Beach, California
Rattlesnake Loop Trail
7.7 mi / 1272 ft gainRattlesnake Loop Trail is a loop trail that takes you past great forest setting located near Laguna Beach, CaliforniaRead more