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West Cliff Cycleway – Surfer Statue loop from Lighthouse Field State Beach

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West Cliff Cycleway – Surfer Statue loop from Lighthouse Field State Beach

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West Cliff Cycleway – Surfer Statue loop from Lighthouse Field State Beach

01:16

4.97km

20m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 20, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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837 m

West Cliff Cycleway

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This 3-mile paved trail follows the southern coastline of Santa Cruz. Here it offers spectacular views of a natural bridge eroded into the cliffs by waves and wind.

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1.47 km

Surfing Museum

Highlight • Monument

Tiny museum overlooking a renowned surf spot. The museum has photographs, surfboards and artifacts on the surfing history in Santa Cruz.

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1.60 km

Memorials to deceased surfers overlooking Steamer Lane

Highlight • Monument

Life's short - ride !

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1.85 km

Surfer Statue

Highlight • Monument

A statue to commemorate the many surfers 🏄 🏄‍♂️ 🏄‍♀️ from/in Santa Cruz

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2.14 km

Cowells Cove Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

Small protected cove below the cliffs, visible from the trail above.

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2.30 km

View of Santa Cruz Beach and surfers

Highlight • Viewpoint

This is a great place to stop and have a look over the water. The cliffs and ocean area treat on their own, but the surfers and sailboats add an extra touch to the scene.

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2.49 km

Dutra Overlook Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great overlook at the south end of Santa Cruz beach overlooking the waterfront and the municipal pier. A trail and sidewalk continues parallel to West Cliff Drive to the south west.

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4.97 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.61 km

191 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.90 km

440 m

369 m

108 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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West Cliff Cycleway – Surfer Statue loop from Lighthouse Field State Beach

West Cliff Cycleway

Surfing Museum

Memorials to deceased surfers overlooking Steamer Lane

Surfer Statue

Cowells Cove Overlook

View of Santa Cruz Beach and surfers

Dutra Overlook Park

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