Marina del Rey – Ocean view loop from Venice

Running trails & routes

Marina del Rey – Ocean view loop from Venice

Moderate

4.6

(5629)

11,643

runners

Marina del Rey – Ocean view loop from Venice

01:24

13.6km

30m

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: August 5, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

Please check local regulations for:

Dockweiler State Beach

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

Get Directions

952 m

Marina del Rey

Highlight (Segment) • Structure

Marina del Rey is the largest man-made harbor in North America, accommodating at least 5,000 boats. As you pass through the harbor, its vast scale and economic significance are apparent. …

Tip by

1.65 km

Ballona Wetlands Ecological Reserve

Highlight • Natural

Ballona Wetlands, one of the last major marshes in Los Angeles County. Sadly, many wetlands in the area have been filled for urban development. The Ballona Freshwater Marsh can be …

Tip by

2.46 km

Lighthouse and Fisherman's Village, Marina del Rey

Highlight • Structure

Waterfront dining and shopping area with a historicised faux lighthouse.

Tip by

5.55 km

Ocean view

Highlight • Beach

Beautiful beach side views, sun, sea and sand along with a flat route. What more could you want!

Tip by

6.88 km

Dockweiler State Beach

Highlight • Beach

Dockweiler State Beach includes over 3 miles of beachfront off the coast of California. There are a bunch of amenities at the beach including restrooms, concessions, and picnic areas. The …

Tip by

9.70 km

Ballona Creek Bike and Pedestrian Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

This bridge crosses Ballona Creek and makes the Ballona Creek/Marina Del Rey-jetty accessible to bikers and pedestrians. No cars allowed.

Tip by

10.8 km

Ballona Creek Bike Path - 0 mile

Highlight • Cycleway

While the trail continues another mile west on the wave breaker/pier to the creek mouth into the Pacific pier, this is the official starting point of one of the best long distance dedicated bike trails across LA.

Tip by

12.5 km