Oceanside Beach and Pier – Carlsbad loop from Palomar College

Oceanside Beach and Pier – Carlsbad loop from Palomar College

Hard

2.8

(18)

riders

Oceanside Beach and Pier – Carlsbad loop from Palomar College

05:16

114km

1,170m

Road cycling

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

Last updated: August 3, 2026

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South Carlsbad State Beach

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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45.2 km

Lilac Bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

Built in 1978 at a cost of $1,500,000. Its main span is 455 feet (139 m), with a total length of 745 feet (227 m). The bridge's high arch and …

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71.3 km

San Luis Rey Bike Path

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

A fantastic, good quality bike path with plenty of nature to take in whilst you cycle along it. A great alternative to cycling on the surrounding roads.

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81.4 km

Oceanside Beach and Pier

Highlight (Segment) • Beach

The best of Oceanside, ride the harbor and then down into Carlsbad. Flat with some traffic bit you can take the whole road since it's a low speed cruising area.

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86.3 km

Carlsbad Boulevard Coastal Trail Bike Lane

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Carlsbad Boulevard is a picturesque cycling route along the coast. This scenic road boasts a dedicated bike lane, making it popular among cyclists for its stunning ocean views and relatively …

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87.6 km

Carlsbad

Highlight • Settlement

Carlsbad makes a good spot to take a break on your cycle and refuel with plenty of options for a coffee or a bite to eat.

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88.5 km

Tamarack Beach

Highlight • Beach

Tamarack Beach spans the length from the warm water jetties to south of Tamarack Avenue al the way to Frazee Beach near Carlsbad Village Drive. Tamarack beach is great kids …

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