Coastal Rail Trail – Swami's Seaside Park loop from Encinitas

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Coastal Rail Trail – Swami's Seaside Park loop from Encinitas

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Coastal Rail Trail – Swami's Seaside Park loop from Encinitas

01:30

24.7km

180m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 4.16 km for 63 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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980 m

Coastal Rail Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Coastal Rail Trail runs parallel to train tracks, but this parkway was finished in November 2005. It is 0.7 miles long in the heart of Carlsbad Village. The length …

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4.19 km

San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve

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The San Elijo Lagoon is one of the largest coastal wetlands in County San Diego. There is a visitor center and some well laid out trails through the lagoon. The …

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10.0 km

Cardiff by the Sea

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Cardiff-by-the-Sea, often called Cardiff, is a lovely coastal community bordered by the Pacific Ocean, with a great beach and beautiful lagoon to the south. With a population under 12,000, Cardiff …

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10.3 km

San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Preserve

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The San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve spans 979 acres and includes a lagoon formed by the convergence of Escondido and La Orilla Creeks with the Pacific Ocean. It's a favorite …

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14.0 km

Swami's Seaside Park

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This beach is a Mecca for surfers and known by many surfing events. A good place to look at the sea and watch the surfers.

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17.0 km

North el Portal St Vistapoint

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Nice vista high above the beach with benches inviting to take a break.

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18.1 km

Ponto State Beach Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

Ponto State Beach is a massive piece of undeveloped coastline. This official overlook area at the top of the stairs looks out over one of the widest beaches in America.

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