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Esplanade Park and Viewing Point – New Brighton State Beach loop from Rio del Mar

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Esplanade Park and Viewing Point – New Brighton State Beach loop from Rio del Mar

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2.7

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Esplanade Park and Viewing Point – New Brighton State Beach loop from Rio del Mar

01:48

30.3km

270m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 28, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 7.15 km for 107 m

After 8.89 km for 194 m

After 21.5 km for 234 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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14.5 km

Twin Lakes State Beach

Nature Reserve

14.9 km

Schwan Lake

Highlight • Lake

Schwan Lake is part of Twin Lakes State Park and was originally known as Schwan Lagoon when it connected to the ocean. Harbor construction restricted the flow of water from the ocean, transforming it into a freshwater lake.

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15.0 km

Twin Lakes State Beach

Highlight • Beach

Twin Lakes State Beach features a mile of sandy shoreline for swimming and picnicking, situated near the Santa Cruz Harbor.

Adjacent Schwan Lake Park offers picturesque walking trails through oak preserves and coastal grasslands, ideal for dog-walking and bird watching. The day-use area operates from sunrise to sunset.

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17.7 km

Moran Lake Beach

Highlight • Beach

Moran Lake is in the middle of Moran Lake Park which has a nice trail next to the lake and opens out onto Moran Lake Beach. The park has a parking area and restrooms. The beach is the real attraction but the park and lake are also very nice.

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20.9 km

Hooper Beach cliffs with a view of Capitola Pier 🏖️

Highlight • Beach

At the mouth of the Soquel River

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21.5 km

Capitola Beach

Highlight • Beach

A picturesque seaside town, features colorful Venetian cottages, shops, and restaurants overlooking Soquel Creek and the Pacific. The pastel cottages, part hotel and part private homes, create a charming scene. Capitola Beach offers ideal surfing for beginners, with rentals, lessons, and surfwear available at the Capitola Beach Company.

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21.6 km

Esplanade Park and Viewing Point

Highlight • Viewpoint

A nice little park under the cliffs with great views of Capitola and across the bay to Monterey

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23.4 km

New Brighton State Beach

Highlight • Beach

A beautiful stretch of beach for hiking, swimming and chilling.

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23.4 km

Pot Belly Beach

Highlight • Beach

Enjoy the peaceful shores of Pot Belly Beach, part of New Brighton State Beach. ️ Relax with your furry friend on leash, explore, or take a refreshing dip. This hidden gem is perfect for escaping the crowds.

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30.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

20.7 km

5.18 km

2.84 km

502 m

453 m

451 m

Surfaces

24.8 km

3.59 km

1.25 km

453 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Wednesday 10 June

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Esplanade Park and Viewing Point – New Brighton State Beach loop from Rio del Mar

Schwan Lake

Twin Lakes State Beach

Moran Lake Beach

Hooper Beach cliffs with a view of Capitola Pier 🏖️

Capitola Beach

Esplanade Park and Viewing Point

New Brighton State Beach

Pot Belly Beach

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