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Borrego Springs / Julian Loop
Distance: 72 miles
Type: loop
Terrain: serious hill climbs & descents
Vertical +/-: 7,000'
Difficulty: challenging - for the prepared rider

Not for the casual rider, this loop will give you not only a serious workout, but a chance to experience a wide range of ecosystems and beautiful terrain. The only services available are in the towns of Borrego Springs and Julian – you're on your own in-between.  


Borrego Springs / Julian Loop

Route Details

Mile

Directions

For

0.0

Depart Borrego Springs on CR-S22 [Palm Canyon Dr] (West)

1.3 mi

1.3

Turn LEFT (South) onto CR-S22 [Montezuma Valley Rd]

17.3 mi

18.6

At CR-S22, stay on CR-S22 [Montezuma Valley Rd] (West)

131 yds

18.7

Turn RIGHT (North-West) onto CR-S2 [San Felipe Rd]

4.7 mi

23.4

Turn LEFT (South-West) onto SR-79

11.4 mi

34.8

Turn RIGHT (West) onto SR-78 [Julian Rd]

87 yds

34.8

At Santa Ysabel, return East on SR-78 [Julian Rd]

6.7 mi

41.5

Turn RIGHT (South-East) onto SR-78 [SR-79]

54 yds

41.6

At Julian, stay on SR-78 [SR-79] (South-East)

18.6 mi

60.2

Turn LEFT (North) onto CR-S3 [Yaqui Pass Rd]

6.9 mi

67.1

Turn LEFT (West) onto CR-S3 [Borrego Springs Rd]

5.3 mi

72.4

At roundabout, take the FIFTH exit onto CR-S22 [Palm Canyon Dr]

0.3 mi

72.7

Arrive Borrego Springs

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