Aptos Creek Fire Road
Gravel Segment
13.31 mi
Length
3,816 ft
Elev gain
2,008 ft
Elev loss
2,608 ft
Max elevation
gravel 99%
dirt 1%
pavement 0%
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Aptos Creek Fire Road is a 13.3-mile point-to-point segment from Aptos, California, to Los Gatos, California, in the United States. It includes 3,816 feet of climbing and 2,008 feet of descent. The riding surface is almost entirely gravel, with 99% gravel and 1% dirt. AI-generated description — details may not be fully accurate.
5 votes
on September 20, 2023
While it is generally climbing, I could cover most of the distance in 4-6 gear. There were about ten 1-2 gear climbs, where I also then had to be a bit more careful on the way down. Most of the surface was fairly hard clay with embedded rocks and roots. There were some softer sections with redwood needles and oak leaves. Riding through the trees was lovely.
There is an overlook about half way up that would be a good spot to turn around at if you aren't inclined to go the full distance.
on September 3, 2020
Does anyone know the condition of the fire road?
on July 1, 2020
Awesome route for a gravel bike! It's a long climb so be ready.