San Diego Cycling Events: Gran Fond Routes Overview

Gran Fondo Route - 100 Mile

Our classic 100-mile Gran Fondo Route includes the “Great Western Loop”, a San Diego favorite that cruises through East County’s backcountry. The Gran Fondo Route boasts 6,600 cumulative feet of elevation gain, timed climb on Japatul Road, and five well-stocked aid stations.

Granfondo route map

Gran Fondo Route Map

Features Of The Route

  • Length: 100 miles

  • Elevation gain: 6,600 ft

  • All rules of the road

  • 4 aid stations

  • Timed Japatul Road climb

Medio Fondo route - 60 mile

The Medio Fondo Route stretches from the Pacific Ocean to the San Diego backcountry and Otay Lakes in Chula Vista. In terms of both distance and elevation gain (3,100 ft), the Medio Fondo is well-balanced between the longer and shorter route options. It offers three well-stocked aid stations. 

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Medio Fondo Route Map

Features of the Route

  • Length: 60 miles

  • Elevation gain: 3,100 ft

  • All rules of the road

  • 3 aid stations

  • Scenic views of Otay Lakes

PICCOLO FONDO ROUTE - 35 mile

By popular demand, we offer the 35-mile Piccolo Fondo Route. Designed for riders who want a Gran Fondo experience yet prefer a shorter riding distance, this route features a flat-to-rolling course with two well-stocked aid stations and just 1,300 total feet of climbing.

Picolo Fondo Route Map

Features of the Route

  • Length: 35 miles

  • Elevation gain: 1,300 ft

  • All rules of the road

  • 1 aid station

Event Staging

Ruocco Park Granfondo

You can meet up with all your friends at the finish line party and enjoy your included Italian lunch and beer together on the San Diego waterfront.

Now that is a great way to enjoy Sunday together.

 

Please Note: All routes are subject to changes due to road conditions, weather, emergencies, and county or city regulations/mandates.

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