Venice Beach – Santa Monica Pier loop from Downtown Santa Monica

Mountain biking trails

Venice Beach – Santa Monica Pier loop from Downtown Santa Monica

Easy

3.3

(23)

riders

Venice Beach – Santa Monica Pier loop from Downtown Santa Monica

01:36

30.5km

90m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 13.4 km for 66 m

After 13.6 km for 75 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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9.01 km

Ballona Wetlands Ecological Reserve

Highlight • Natural

Ballona Wetlands, one of the last major marshes in Los Angeles County. Sadly, many wetlands in the area have been filled for urban development. The Ballona Freshwater Marsh can be …

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11.8 km

Del Rey Lagoon Park

Highlight • Lake

With ball fields, basketball courts, a playground, large parking area, and a bunch of different places to view the reservoir, Del Rey Lagoon Park is a popular spot to be …

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13.5 km

Access trails lead down from the aptly-named Vista del Mar Boulevard down to the long sandy beach. A paved service road and the paved South Bay Bike Trail run at the bottom of the dunes along the beach.

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15.4 km

Dockweiler State Beach

Highlight • Beach

This is the northern end of the beach section with fire rings, the only one on LA Bay allowing fires🔥, BBQ parties, the works.
At low tide the sand along …

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16.1 km

Dockweiler State Beach

Highlight • Beach

Dockweiler State Beach includes over 3 miles of beachfront off the coast of California. There are a bunch of amenities at the beach including restrooms, concessions, and picnic areas. The …

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24.9 km

Venice Beach

Highlight • Beach

Venice Beach in Los Angeles is probably one of the most famous beaches all around the world - and for good reason. It is popular for its eclectic atmosphere, iconic …

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25.8 km

Venice Graffiti Walls

Highlight • Structure

Almost as famous as the beach itself, are the Graffiti Walls along the Venice Beach Boardwalk in Los Angeles. They are an ever-changing display of street art and provide a creative space for artists from all around the world.

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28.9 km

Bay Street Beach

Beach

29.6 km