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Chuck Beebe Scenic Bench – Seep Zone Nature Reserve loop from Swift Halt

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Chuck Beebe Scenic Bench – Seep Zone Nature Reserve loop from Swift Halt

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Chuck Beebe Scenic Bench – Seep Zone Nature Reserve loop from Swift Halt

02:55

31.8km

590m

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: July 2, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 7.21 km for 270 m

After 9.42 km for 205 m

After 9.78 km for 306 m

After 10.2 km for 75 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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6.61 km

Chuck Beebe Scenic Bench

Highlight • Viewpoint

Perched along a scenic ridge in Santa Cruz, the Chuck Beebe Scenic Bench makes for the ideal pitstop to appreciate panoramic views while conquering the challenging singletrack on this popular …

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7.10 km

This area is a steep, gullied region containing numerous springs and seeps (areas where water oozes slowly out of the ground). A diverse range of wildlife, including bobcats, cows, eagles, and squirrels, can be found here.

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7.33 km

East Slope Natural Reserve

Highlight • Forest

In East Slope Natural Reserve, explore an area boasting giant chinquapin and dwarf redwoods. Enjoy pleasant bike trails in this parcel, where possibilities abound for researching dwarf redwoods, soils, and forest springs.

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18.6 km

Connector Trail

Highlight • Trail

24.3 km

University of California, Santa Cruz Water Tanks

Highlight • Structure

Discovering artwork displayed on these water tanks along the trail is a unique and delightful experience. The water tanks are continually repainted, so you can always look forward to a pleasant surprise in the form of new artwork.

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31.8 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.3 km

10.00 km

8.91 km

940 m

665 m

Surfaces

10.0 km

9.22 km

6.10 km

5.92 km

571 m

Elevation

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Friday 24 July

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Chuck Beebe Scenic Bench

Seep Zone Nature Reserve

East Slope Natural Reserve

Connector Trail

University of California, Santa Cruz Water Tanks

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