Carmel Beach – Carmel-by-the-Sea loop from Carmel-by-the-Sea

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United States

California

Monterey County

Carmel Beach – Carmel-by-the-Sea loop from Carmel-by-the-Sea

Easy

3.3

(15)

hikers

Carmel Beach – Carmel-by-the-Sea loop from Carmel-by-the-Sea

01:41

6.22km

80m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 25, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.86 km

Clinton Walker House

Highlight • Monument

To the left along Carmel Beach stands the Clinton Walker House by famous architect Frank Lloyd Wright. tripsavvy.com/mrs-clinton-walker-house-4123887

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2.15 km

Carmel Beach City Park

Highlight • Beach

Can't beat the soft crystalline white sand for a swim or evening beach fire, albeit here only allowed with gas, no firewood

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2.59 km

Carmel Beach City Park

Highlight • Beach

Public city park overlooking picturesque Carmel Beach. Surrounded by cypress and pine trees, the park is also a great place to let your dog run around free if you have a hiking companion.

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3.02 km

Carmel Beach

Highlight • Beach

Soft white sandy beach, framed by aesthetically pandiculating cypress branches, shielded from view by cutely understated multi-million dollar cabins and the $10 car-entry fee

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3.10 km

Carmel-by-the-Sea

Highlight • Settlement

This picturesque little town south of 17 Mile Dr is a sight in itself. Beautiful wooden houses, numerous art galleries, and the hometown of several Hollywood stars. Clint Eastwood even …

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3.41 km

Carmel-by-the-Sea

Highlight • Settlement

This picturesque town just south of 17 Mile Dr is a sight in itself. Beautiful wooden houses, many art galleries and also home to some Hollywood stars. Clint Eastwood was …

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5.44 km

Carmel Mission (San Carlos Borromeo)

Highlight • Religious Site

One of the oldest Spanish missions in Northern California, founded 1770 by Father Junípero Sierra. It has 5 museums, $10 admission.

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5.57 km

Mission Trails Preserve is a generous sized nature preserve at 34 acres. With various habitats such as Monterey pine forest, wetland, and coastal prairie, the preserve is a unique spot to hike near the city of Monterey.

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6.22 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.78 km

2.03 km

1.40 km

Surfaces

3.78 km

1.18 km