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San Diego Trails

Bayshore Bikeway | Photo by Cindy Barks

Trails To Explore Near San Diego

Bayshore Bikeway | San Diego Bay

This 24.7-mile paved trail creates a nearly complete loop encircling the San Diego Bay and connecting to Coronado Ferry Landing Park.

Mission Bay Bike Path | San Diego

This 11.6-mile paved loop encircles Mission Bay, connecting to beaches, parks and the Rose Creek Bike Path to keep the ride going for a few more miles.

Coastal Rail Trail | Encinitas

The developing trail will one day stretch 44 miles between San Diego and Oceanside, connecting the beachside communities in Oceanside, Carlsbad, Solana Beach and Encinitas. Segments of the trail are open now for use.

More Than A Day Outside

At Rails to Trails Conservancy, we believe in the joy and impact that trails deliver for people, places and the planet. That’s why, as the nation’s largest advocacy organization for trails, walking and bicycling, we’re working hard to make sure trails connect everyone, in every neighborhood across America. Get involved in our work to create, connect and maintain the nation’s trails at railstotrails.org and on social media @railstotrails.

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Los Angeles trails on TrailLink | Graphic courtesy RTC

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Capital Crescent Trail clean-up | Photo courtesy RTC Capital Crescent Trail clean-up | Photo courtesy RTC

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State Stats

140

total rail-trails

1,051

miles of rail-trails

58

current projects

755

miles of potential rail-trail

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