Bakersfield

Best road cycling routes in Bakersfield today

Here are the best routes to ride in Bakersfield, ranked using wind, weather, tailwind, and headwind forecasts at 25 km/h.

Departure times are local to Bakersfield.

  • Santa Clara River trail loop
    56

    Santa Clara River trail loop

    41.6 km215 m
  • Ventura pier path loop
    56

    Ventura pier path loop

    56.5 km339 m
  • Lake Casitas hills loop
    55

    Lake Casitas hills loop

    77.3 km845 m
  • Golden Valley river loop
    54

    Golden Valley river loop

    43.3 km452 m
  • Santa Clara River bridge loop
    54

    Santa Clara River bridge loop

    35.1 km378 m
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5 curated routes in Bakersfield, United States.

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