Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk – Cliff Vista loop from Beach Station (Santa Cruz)

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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk – Cliff Vista loop from Beach Station (Santa Cruz)

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(7218)

17,629

riders

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk – Cliff Vista loop from Beach Station (Santa Cruz)

05:18

87.1km

670m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 719 m for 226 m

After 86.9 km for 226 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

Get Directions

306 m

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Highlight • Beach

The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is California's oldest surviving amusement park. This 24-acre park was founded in 1907 and offers old-fashioned carnival games and food booths.

Tip by

22.2 km

Just another amazing beach along the 60+ miles long sandy crescent formed by the Monterey Bay coastline. Cars have to pay $10 to park here, but hiking / biking in is free, and there are many more parking opportunities nearby.

Tip by

27.1 km

Sunset State Beach

Highlight • Beach

Sunset State Beach is a large park surrounded by fertile farmland. The beach stretches 3 miles down to the mouth of the Pajaro River. The park offers a wooded campground, picnic areas, and 200-foot-high dunes.

Tip by

42.8 km

Bennett Slough

Lake

76.7 km

Pot Belly Beach

Highlight • Beach

Enjoy the peaceful shores of Pot Belly Beach, part of New Brighton State Beach. ️ Relax with your furry friend on leash, explore, or take a refreshing dip. This hidden gem is perfect for escaping the crowds.

Tip by

78.5 km

Capitola Village

Highlight • Settlement

Capitola Village is a quaint town in Santa Cruz County. The downtown area offers 90 shops, restaurants, and lodging right on the beach. It's also the oldest beach resort on the West Coast.

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78.7 km

Capitola Beach and Venetian Cottages

Highlight • Beach

A picturesque seaside town, features colorful Venetian cottages, shops, and restaurants overlooking Soquel Creek and the Pacific. The pastel cottages, part hotel and part private homes, create a charming scene. …

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83.7 km

Schwan Lake

Highlight • Lake

Schwan Lake is part of Twin Lakes State Park and was originally known as Schwan Lagoon when it connected to the ocean. Harbor construction restricted the flow of water from the ocean, transforming it into a freshwater lake.

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84.2 km