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Old Santa Cruz Highway – Schwan Lake loop from Beach Station (Santa Cruz)

Old Santa Cruz Highway – Schwan Lake loop from Beach Station (Santa Cruz)

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Old Santa Cruz Highway – Schwan Lake loop from Beach Station (Santa Cruz)

03:32

67.9km

1,070m

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: April 22, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 67.6 km for 226 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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4.00 km

Isbel Grove

Highlight • Forest

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

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18.1 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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29.6 km

Old Santa Cruz Highway

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Amazing descent. Just the right incline do go fast without breaking. Bring lights, it’s dark among the trees, though there are few cars.

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33.5 km

Regale Vineyards

Highlight • Structure

If you're in Santa Cruz, Regale Vineyards is a must-visit. Nestled in the Santa Cruz Mountains, it offers more than just great wine – the views are incredible. Whether you're …

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53.3 km

Branciforte Drive

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Branciforte Drive is a beautiful and mellow road to ride. The climbs are gentle compared to other roads in the area.

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65.3 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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65.8 km

Twin Lakes State Beach

Nature Reserve

67.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

51.6 km

12.9 km

2.85 km

333 m

229 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

61.9 km

5.60 km

506 m

Elevation

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Highest point (630 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

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Old Santa Cruz Highway – Schwan Lake loop from Beach Station (Santa Cruz)

Isbel Grove

Mountain Charlie Rd

Old Santa Cruz Highway

Regale Vineyards

Branciforte Drive

Schwan Lake

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