WE-Ride for Sat Nov 8: Two Dams, from Descanso Gardens. Starting time 8:00 AM
This weekend, we turn to the west side of our range to enjoy Big T and Hansen Dam on our Two Dams route. Starting in front of Descanso Gardens, the ride climbs to the La Crescenta Highlands and cuts across to Big T, going up to the dam overlook (Dam #1). After descending Big T, we take a scenic loop around the Tujunga Creek settling grounds created by Hansen Dam (Dam #2). After the second Dam a coffee stop (with water and restroom opportunities) at our favorite Backdoor Bakery & Café in Sunland. Finally climbing back up to the La Crescenta saddle via the back roads at the foot of the Verdugos.
Route for Download WE Ride- Two Dams 2025 : https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49367618
Distance: ~50 miles
Elevation gain: ~4500 ft
Start Time: 8:00 AM in front of Descanso Gardens in La Cañada-Flintridge. (https://maps.app.goo.gl/MCVp4P6vEWcKE8kD7 )
Regroup Spots:
Mile 8.7: Start of the Big T climb
Mile 18.1: Top of the Big T climb
Mile 29.7: Sunland Recreation Center (water and bathroom)
Mile 41: Backdoor Cafe (coffee stop)
Coffee Stop Info: This ride features a coffee stop after returning from Hansen Dam, in Sunland at the Backdoor Bakery & Café (https://maps.app.goo.gl/nNavZWbw2kTtaDPc6). You can get anything from a coffee to an outstanding breakfast or sandwich.
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Please keep the following in mind when joining the WE Rides:
• Download the route prior to arrival.
• Be self-sufficient, prepared to handle flats and minor bike repairs.
• Carry a cell phone in case of emergency or to get that Uber ride needed every once in a while. (Be aware, however, that cell phone reception on many WE-ride routes in the San Gabriel Mountains is very limited).