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Santa Cruz County

Granite Creek Road – Mountain Charlie Rd loop from Swift Halt

Road cycling routes

Santa Cruz County

Granite Creek Road – Mountain Charlie Rd loop from Swift Halt

Hard

3.4

(18)

55

riders

Granite Creek Road – Mountain Charlie Rd loop from Swift Halt

02:59

57.9km

910m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 18, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Glenwood Open Space Preserve

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

5.51 km

Isbel Grove

Highlight • Forest

Isbel Grove is a forest beside Branciforte Dog Park in Delaveaga Park with wonderful views.

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2

7.12 km

George Washington Memorial Grove

Highlight • Forest

George Washington Memorial Grove, adorned with majestic spruce trees, invites cyclists to immerse themselves in its natural splendor. Offering a selection of scenic trails, it provides a refreshing biking experience amidst lush surroundings.

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3

9.03 km

Granite Creek Road

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Granite Creek Road is a quiet local road between Scotts Valley and Soquel, with light traffic and a steady, manageable climb. The pavement is generally good, and it’s a practical …

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4

13.6 km

Scott Valley holding 4

Highlight • Forest

A small open space tucked behind Scotts Valley, Holding 4 is a quick nature escape with a mix of fire roads and mellow trails. It’s not big, but it’s a …

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5

26.5 km

Mountain Charlie Rd

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This is a really nice small road out of the beaten path that goes all the way from Glenwood Drive (Scotts Valley) to Old Santa Cruz Highway. The pavement is …

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B

57.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

43.2 km

13.8 km

731 m

157 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

54.1 km

3.36 km

308 m

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