Carmel Beach – Fan Shell Beach loop from Carmel-by-the-Sea

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Carmel Beach – Fan Shell Beach loop from Carmel-by-the-Sea

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Carmel Beach – Fan Shell Beach loop from Carmel-by-the-Sea

01:22

21.6km

190m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

Tips

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

You may need to carry your bike.

After 11.5 km for 21 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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503 m

Carmel-by-the-Sea

Highlight • Settlement

This picturesque little town south of 17 Mile Dr is a sight in itself. Beautiful wooden houses, numerous art galleries, and the hometown of several Hollywood stars. Clint Eastwood even …

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580 m

Carmel Beach

Highlight • Beach

Soft white sandy beach, framed by aesthetically pandiculating cypress branches, shielded from view by cutely understated multi-million dollar cabins and the $10 car-entry fee

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5.12 km

Ghost Trees at Pescadero Point

Highlight • Viewpoint

Pescadero Point is a fantastic spot to view the ghost trees and offers spectacular ocean views, along with fascinating rock formations. This area is known for its legendary big waves, …

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5.18 km

Pescadero Point 🌊

Highlight • Viewpoint

The famous "Witch Tree" landmark, often used as scenic background in movies and television, was formerly at Pescadero Point. The tree was blown down by a storm on January 14, …

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9.08 km

Fan Shell Beach

Highlight • Beach

The beaches along the Monterey peninsula have a very white sand due to the white rocks and sea shells it's made of.

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11.5 km

Pebble Beach on 17-Mile Drive in Monterey is not only known for the most beautiful/expensive golf courses (de.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pebble_Beach_Golf_Links 🏌🏻‍♀️) but it also hosts the most exclusive car auction every year …

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