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Duck Pond – Santa Cruz Riverwalk loop from Santa Cruz

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United States
California
Santa Cruz County
Santa Cruz

Duck Pond – Santa Cruz Riverwalk loop from Santa Cruz

Moderate

4.8

(5045)

10,105

runners

Duck Pond – Santa Cruz Riverwalk loop from Santa Cruz

00:41

6.66km

20m

Running

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

Last updated: September 26, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

1.16 km

Duck Pond

Highlight • Lake

Paved bike trails on both banks of the river connected by a pedestrian/bike bridge at the level of this serene duck pond. An experimental homeless tent camp is on a large well managed lawn.

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2

1.51 km

Santa Cruz Riverwalk

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The Santa Cruz Riverwalk runs along the San Lorenzo River levee from the Highway 1 Bridge to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, providing easy access to downtown Santa Cruz.

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3

2.96 km

Fully restored in 2019, the more than 140 years old former coastal railroad bridge connects directly to the famous Boardwalk entertainment complex, and is the best way to stay as …

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4

3.08 km

San Lorenzo River Trestle Bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

The Trestle Bridge provides access to many of Santa Cruz's most popular attractions. Including, but not limited to Santa Cruz beach, the boardwalk, and downtown Santa Cruz.

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5

3.85 km

Santa Cruz Riverwalk West 🌊

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B

6.66 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.55 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.20 km

1.72 km

715 m

< 100 m

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