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Moran Lake Beach and Park
DiscoverPlaces to seeLakesUnited StatesCaliforniaSanta Cruz CountyPleasure Point
Moran Lake Beach and Park
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Moran Lake Beach and Park
Cycling
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Road cycling
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Running
5.0
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Tips
AaronLavanchy
February 15, 2024
Cycling
Moran Lake Beach is part of the 9.2-acre Moran Lake Park. The beach stretches about a mile long and is a popular surf spot. The park offers restrooms, picnic tables, and outdoor showers.
Traveler
April 30, 2019
Cycling
Eucalyptus-fringed Lake behind the wide sandy beach
Lisa
December 12, 2023
Running
Moran Lake is actually a lagoon, with a nice running trail along the west side. The smell is best on this side of the lagoon; some users complain about a foul smell at the far (northeast) side of the lake, due to a sewer line that feeds into the creek.
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Nearby routes
Best routes near Moran Lake Beach and Park
2
riders
9.01km
00:32
40m
40m
Enjoy an easy 5.6-mile touring bicycle loop around Pleasure Point Beach in Santa Cruz, offering stunning coastal views and a family-friendly
Easy
4.8
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92
riders
26.4km
01:40
170m
170m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
Moderate
5.0
(1)
52
riders
22.8km
01:27
140m
140m
Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces.
Easy
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