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Manhattan Beach – Miramontes Point loop from Seal Rock

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Manhattan Beach – Miramontes Point loop from Seal Rock

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2.8

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Manhattan Beach – Miramontes Point loop from Seal Rock

02:11

18.5km

140m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 18, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary

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Parking

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4.09 km

Cowell - Purisima Trail

Highlight • Viewpoint

Really cool there ... pretty high up the cliff

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5.02 km

Beautiful single track

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Super nice flat stretch of single track on the coast, gets a little confusing though going through the Ritz Carlton golf course

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6.42 km

The paved Coastal Trail leads you down a set of steps to Manhattan Beach where Cañada Verde Creek disappears under the sands into the ocean. This is a popular spot with beautiful foliage during the summer, and a great spot to stop for views along the Coastal Trail.

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6.81 km

Miramontes Point

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A public easement guarantees that everyone can use the coastal trail, between the beach bluffs and the fancy Ritz Carlton golf links.

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9.27 km

Wavecrest Open Space Beach, Half Moon Bay Bird Trail

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Spectecular views down to the beach from the clifftop trails meandering along the edge

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11.6 km

Half Moon Bay Golf Links at the Ritz Carlton

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This scenic, championship-level course offers 36 holes of golf on a bluff overlooking the ocean.

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13.6 km

Half Moon Bay State Beach

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The paved road dead-ends on a cliff overlooking the Harbor Seal Preserve and the long spectacular sandy Cowell Ranch Beach (southern part of Half Moon Bay Beach State Park), accessible here with a long stairway across from the trailhead restrooms. For sublime coastal biking a dirt trail heads north along the edge of the tall cliffs, and on gravel pavement going south.

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18.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.2 km

2.47 km

1.89 km

Surfaces

13.8 km

2.68 km

1.63 km

398 m

Elevation

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Thursday 9 July

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Description

If you're looking for a challenging coastal jog that combines diverse California landscapes, the Manhattan Beach – Miramontes Point loop from Seal Rock is a difficult 11.5-mile (18.5 km) route with 470 feet (143 metres) of elevation gain, typically completed in about 2 hours and 11 minutes. This route is best suited for experienced joggers seeking a varied workout with stunning ocean views and a mix of terrains.

What to expect on Manhattan Beach – Miramontes Point loop from Seal Rock

This jogging route promises a dynamic experience, blending the iconic sandy stretches of Manhattan Beach with the dramatic bluffs of Miramontes Point and the unique coastal features near Seal Rock. You'll likely start with the flat, paved paths of Manhattan Beach, enjoying continuous coastal views and passing landmarks like the Manhattan Beach Pier. As the route progresses, expect a shift to more challenging terrain, potentially including the steep grades found near Miramontes Point, which offers spectacular, unobstructed ocean views and passes a championship golf course. The sections around Seal Rock could introduce you to varied elevation changes and perhaps some