Carlsbad – Tin Fish at Oceanside Pier loop from Pala Mesa

Carlsbad – Tin Fish at Oceanside Pier loop from Pala Mesa

Moderate

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(9139)

9,140

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Carlsbad – Tin Fish at Oceanside Pier loop from Pala Mesa

03:40

81.3km

480m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 15, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 33.7 km for 100 m

After 44.6 km for 178 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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19.3 km

Mance Buchanon Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Mance Buchanon, symbolizing sportsmanship and community spirit, lent his name to this oasis. The park, with its playground, trails, verdant expanses, and soccer fields, reflects his legacy in nurturing youth.

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21.0 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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33.8 km

Buccaneer Beach

Beach

35.3 km

South Oceanside

Highlight • Cafe

The small town area with coffee shops and stores is set back some four blocks from the beach.

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36.1 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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37.4 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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38.3 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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44.7 km

Tin Fish at Oceanside Pier

Highlight • Restaurant

The 600 meter long pier is the longest wooden pier on the American west coast. It has existed in its current form since 1925. It is visited by many hikers …

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46.2 km

Harbor Drive Marina and Sea Lion Viewing

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

This pleasant, scenic road take you right along the water with fantastic views of the harbor and various boats moored here. If you're lucky you might see seals and sea lions lounging on the docks in the sun!

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