Bike Lights & Birds

Bike Lights & Birds Route

Pedal into the heart of Lodi’s countryside on the Bike Lights & Birds Route—a gentle, scenic ride that captures the charm and rhythm of our agricultural valley. Starting and ending in downtown Lodi, this 21.6-mile loop offers a flat and easygoing experience perfect for casual riders, nature lovers, and families looking to connect with the landscape.

The route meanders through lush vineyards, serene orchards, and open farmland, showcasing the quiet beauty of San Joaquin County. As you ride, keep an eye out for local birdlife—herons, egrets, and hawks often dot the skies and fields. This is a route that invites you to slow down, take in the view, and breathe in the fresh Delta air.

Whether you’re riding in the golden light of a summer evening or enjoying the crisp clarity of fall, the Bike Lights & Birds Route is the perfect blend of peaceful roads, pastoral scenery, and small-town charm.

Pro tip: Pack a snack or plan a stop at one of Lodi’s downtown cafes or tasting rooms when you return, because every ride deserves a delicious finish.

When the Sandhill Cranes are migrating (late October–February), it is an extraordinary experience to see and hear these large prehistoric birds flock into the Reserve. The best viewing is at sunrise and sunset.

This route includes optional stops at Lodi Wine & Visitor Center, Woodbridge Ecological Reserve, and Oak Farm Vineyards.

Length: 29.4 mi Elevation: + 102 / – 102 ft Features: Wine, Bird Preserve, & Food

REPORT ROAD MAINTENANCE:
Lodi Roads (209) 333-6740
San Joaquin Co. Roads (209) 468-3074

REPORT NUISANCE DOGS:
Lodi (209) 333-6741, after-hours (209) 333-6727
San Joaquin Co. (209) 953-6070
Rabies Control/Bite (209) 953-6073

Important tips:

Download turn-by-turn directions by clicking on “View Full Route” on the map above.
Prevailing winds are usually from the Northwest.
Please obey all the rules of the road. People speed on country roads, so stop at all stop signs.

*Caution: You will be riding primarily on country roads with no bike lanes. Please ride responsibly and pull off the road to let large farm machinery pass safely. The routes in this map are provided as a representation of routes commonly used by local riders. No representation is made that they are safe from vehicular, animal, or road hazards. Users are cautioned to exercise judgment. Users assume all risks of riding bikes on the routes and agree to release and hold harmless Visit Lodi from any and all injuries or damages incurred as a result of riding on the routes.