Although this is the official bike route, it is not favored by bicyclists because the traffic is heavy and the ascent at the east end is significant. 38.51 - Exit at Japatul Road. 38.78 - At the end of the ramp, turn left onto Highway 79. 40.10 - Pass through Descanso, where limited services are available. 41.54 - Pass the Highway 79 cutoff and continue straight ahead on Old Highway 80.
Mile markers begin here.
The climb to Guatay will soon begin. 44.08 - Pass through Guatay, where limited services are available. Start descending into Pine Valley. 45.01 - Pass Pine Creek Trailhead. A 0.45-mile paved road leads to the parking area, where primitive rest rooms are available.