Manhattan Beach – El Segundo Beach loop from Catalina Avenue / Elena Avenue
Manhattan Beach – El Segundo Beach loop from Catalina Avenue / Elena Avenue
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Manhattan Beach – El Segundo Beach loop from Catalina Avenue / Elena Avenue
02:16
42.7km
140m
Mountain biking
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: April 7, 2026
Tips
Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted
After 6.38 km for 253 m
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
Get Directions
1.43 km
Redondo Beach State Park
Beach
3.51 km
Captain Kidd's Fish Market & Restaurant
Highlight • Restaurant
Tip by
9.61 km
Manhattan Beach
Highlight • Beach
Tip by
12.3 km
El Segundo Beach
Beach
14.8 km
Dockweiler State Beach entrance
Highlight • Beach
Tip by
19.1 km
Del Rey Lagoon Park
Highlight • Lake
Tip by
19.3 km
Ballona Creek Bike and Pedestrian Bridge
Highlight • Bridge
Tip by
21.6 km
Ballona Wetlands Ecological Reserve
Highlight • Natural
Tip by
22.6 km
Lighthouse and Fisherman's Village, Marina del Rey
Highlight • Structure
Tip by
30.4 km
El Segundo Beach
Highlight • Beach
Tip by
42.7 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
37.2 km
2.17 km
1.67 km
1.29 km
317 m
136 m
Surfaces
34.7 km
7.42 km
317 m
315 m
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Description
If you're looking for a quintessential Southern California mountain biking experience, the Manhattan Beach – El Segundo Beach loop from Catalina Avenue / Elena Avenue delivers. This moderate 26.6-mile (42.7 km) route, with a manageable 449 feet (137 metres) of elevation gain, offers a fantastic coastal ride that takes about 2 hours and 16 minutes to complete. It's an ideal choice for riders with good fitness who want to explore the iconic Los Angeles coastline on two wheels.
What to expect on Manhattan Beach – El Segundo Beach loop from Catalina Avenue / Elena Avenue
This route is a journey through vibrant beach communities and continuous ocean views, primarily along paved paths, though you'll encounter some unpaved sections that add variety to the terrain. As you pedal, you'll pass the famous Manhattan Beach Pier, a perfect spot to pause and take in the sparkling blue waters of the Pacific. Expect to see beach volleyball players, sunbathers, and surfers enjoying the California sun. While rated moderate, the predominantly flat profile makes it accessible, but the distance means you'll want good fitness to comfortably enjoy the full loop.
Planning your visit
The Manhattan Beach – El Segundo Beach loop is part of the larger Marvin Braude Coastal Bike Trail, also known as The Strand, making it a well-established and popular route. Access is generally straightforward, and you'll find plenty of opportunities to stop for refreshments in the lively beach towns along the way. Given its popularity, consider starting earlier in the day to enjoy a more serene ride, especially on weekends.
- Distance: 26.6 miles (42.7 km)
- Elevation gain: 449 feet (137 metres)
- Difficulty: moderate
- Estimated time: 2 hours and 16 minutes
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