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Santa Cruz Lighthouse – Schwan Lake loop from Twin Lakes State Beach

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Santa Cruz Lighthouse – Schwan Lake loop from Twin Lakes State Beach

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4.9

(8818)

10,733

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Santa Cruz Lighthouse – Schwan Lake loop from Twin Lakes State Beach

02:17

21.6km

130m

Running

Hard run. 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: June 30, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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598 m

Twin Lakes State Beach

Highlight • Beach

Twin Lakes State Beach features a mile of sandy shoreline for swimming and picnicking, situated near the Santa Cruz Harbor.

Adjacent Schwan Lake Park offers picturesque walking trails through oak …

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1.08 km

Twin Lakes State Beach

Nature Reserve

2.69 km

San Lorenzo River Railroad Trail Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Fully restored in 2019, the more than 140 years old former coastal railroad bridge connects directly to the famous Boardwalk entertainment complex, and is the best way to stay as …

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2.80 km

San Lorenzo River Trestle Bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

The Trestle Bridge provides access to many of Santa Cruz's most popular attractions. Including, but not limited to Santa Cruz beach, the boardwalk, and downtown Santa Cruz.

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3.51 km

Santa Cruz Main Beach

Beach

5.66 km

Santa Cruz Lighthouse

Highlight • Monument

Scenic historic lighthouse on the coastal bluffs to help navigate the treacherous coastline. Today a small surfing museum.

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6.15 km

West Cliff Arch

Highlight • Natural Monument

A natural arch was eroded out of the soft cliffs by the waves on the edge of one of Santa Cruz' iconic surf spots

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9.16 km

Monarch Butterfly Natural Preserve

Nature Reserve

13.2 km

Natural Bridges State Beach viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

Overview 20 minutes parking from the entrance of Tassajara

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17.1 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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20.9 km

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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21.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.5 km

2.11 km

1.84 km

1.81 km

1.24 km

151 m

Surfaces

10.7 km

4.95 km

3.16 km

1.61 km

926 m

226 m

Elevation

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Saturday 11 July

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Santa Cruz Lighthouse – Schwan Lake loop from Twin Lakes State Beach

Twin Lakes State Beach

San Lorenzo River Railroad Trail Bridge

San Lorenzo River Trestle Bridge

Santa Cruz Lighthouse

West Cliff Arch

Natural Bridges State Beach viewpoint

View of Santa Cruz Beach and surfers

Schwan Lake

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