West Cliff Cycleway – Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk loop from Santa Cruz

Mountain biking trails

West Cliff Cycleway – Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk loop from Santa Cruz

Moderate

3.3

(6)

riders

West Cliff Cycleway – Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk loop from Santa Cruz

01:45

29.1km

320m

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: August 27, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 2.80 km for 57 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.82 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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3.44 km

Surfer Statue

Highlight • Monument

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

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10.8 km

The Triangle

Nature Reserve

13.3 km

Upper Moore Creek Natural Reserve

Highlight • Forest

The 246-acre area is a riparian corridor formed by the West Branch of Moore Creek and offers a mixed forest and open meadows. The dirt trails are designated for hiking …

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23.5 km

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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23.7 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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25.8 km

There are 18 beach volleyball courts on the main beach in Santa Cruz. They are first come, first served, but also available for rent. These courts are frequented by both amateur and professional players.

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26.1 km

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Highlight • Beach

The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is California's oldest surviving amusement park. This 24-acre park was founded in 1907 and offers old-fashioned carnival games and food booths.

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29.1 km

End point

Bus stop

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