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West Cliff Cycleway – Natural Bridges State Beach loop from Beach Station (Santa Cruz)

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Santa Cruz County

West Cliff Cycleway – Natural Bridges State Beach loop from Beach Station (Santa Cruz)

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West Cliff Cycleway – Natural Bridges State Beach loop from Beach Station (Santa Cruz)

01:08

11.0km

40m

Running

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

Last updated: October 27, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

310 m

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Highlight • Beach

The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is California's oldest surviving amusement park. This 24-acre park was founded in 1907 and offers old-fashioned carnival games and food booths.

Tip by

2

1.95 km

Surfer Statue

Highlight • Monument

A statue to commemorate the many surfers 🏄 🏄‍♂️ 🏄‍♀️ from/in Santa Cruz

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Tip by

3

2.44 km

Santa Cruz Lighthouse

Highlight • Monument

Scenic historic lighthouse on the coastal bluffs to help navigate the treacherous coastline. Today a small surfing museum.

Tip by

4

2.93 km

West Cliff Arch

Highlight • Natural Monument

A natural arch was eroded out of the soft cliffs by the waves on the edge of one of Santa Cruz' iconic surf spots

Tip by

5

2.95 km

West Cliff Cycleway

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This 3-mile paved trail follows the southern coastline of Santa Cruz. Here it offers spectacular views of a natural bridge eroded into the cliffs by waves and wind.

Tip by

6

5.55 km

Natural Bridges State Beach viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

Overview 20 minutes parking from the entrance of Tassajara

Tip by

7

5.60 km

Natural Bridges State Beach

Highlight • Beach

Superb Natural Bridge Beach, known for its natural arches made of fine clay or mud rock, carved out by time, water and winds.

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Tip by

8

9.54 km

View of Santa Cruz Beach and surfers

Highlight • Viewpoint

This is a great place to stop and have a look over the water. The cliffs and ocean area treat on their own, but the surfers and sailboats add an extra touch to the scene.

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B

11.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.02 km

1.74 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.10 km

1.70 km

1.12 km

< 100 m

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Tuesday 3 November

17°C

10°C

78 %

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