Huntington State Beach – Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve loop from Bolsa Chica State Beach

Huntington State Beach – Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve loop from Bolsa Chica State Beach

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Huntington State Beach – Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve loop from Bolsa Chica State Beach

03:32

83.4km

470m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 9, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 27.3 km for 5 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.82 km

Bolsa Bay

Highlight • Natural

Bolsa Bay is part of the Bolsa Bay State Marine Conservation Area (SMCA). The mission of conservation planning is to restore wildlife and habitats in our oceans. The tidal flats …

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7.23 km

Water tower

Highlight • Monument

From this spot you get a good view of a historic Water Tower over some local businesses. This is a good landmark as you ride around the area.

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11.4 km

San Gabriel River Bike Path Trailhead

Highlight • Cycleway

Starting at the mouth of the San Gabriel River one mile to the west, this is one of 4 main bike paths radiating inland from the coast.

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25.3 km

Bolsa Chica State Beach

Beach

27.3 km

Huntington Beach Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Huntington Beach Trail is a multi-use trail that runs along Huntington Beach. The trail is mostly flat and quite scenic, with great views of the beach and Pacific Ocean. …

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31.8 km

Huntington State Beach is a 121-acre shoreline park that sees thousands of visitors every year. There is a paved beach-side trail that runs for 8.5 miles and connects Huntington State Beach to other shoreline parks in the area.

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32.2 km

Least Tern Natural Preserve

Highlight • Beach

Least Tern Natural Preserve is a 13-acre patch of shoreline and beach within Huntington State Beach. This area is a documented nesting area for endangered California least terns. The area …

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61.3 km

Newport Bay

Highlight • Beach

Newport Bay is also known as Newport Harbor. It is a picturesque coastal inlet in Southern California and famous for its upscale waterfront homes, marinas, and vibrant boating scene.

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79.5 km

Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve

Highlight • Natural

Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve, spanning around 1,300 acres of coastal estuary, showcases diverse habitats such as open water, mudflats, salt marsh, coastal dunes, and seabird nesting islands. Boasting over 200 …

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