Pleasure Point Beach – Cliff Vista loop from Capitola

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Pleasure Point Beach – Cliff Vista loop from Capitola

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Pleasure Point Beach – Cliff Vista loop from Capitola

01:18

20.4km

160m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The route includes a crossing by ferry. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 28, 2026

This route includes a ferry crossing

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 16.2 km for 203 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

Get Directions

1.33 km

Pleasure Point Beach

Highlight • Beach

Pleasure Point Beach is a popular surf spot and is part of Pleasure Point Park. The park also features restrooms, picnic tables, and offers great views.

Tip by

2.42 km

Moran Lake Beach and Park

Highlight • Beach

Moran Lake Beach is part of the 9.2-acre Moran Lake Park. The beach stretches about a mile long and is a popular surf spot. The park offers restrooms, picnic tables, and outdoor showers.

Tip by

6.79 km

Seabright Beach

Beach

7.31 km

Cliff Vista

Highlight • Viewpoint

Sweeping views of the estuary and the Pacific beach

Tip by

10.3 km

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.

Tip by

11.9 km

Corcoran Lagoon & Moe's Beach 🏖️ Santa Cruz

Highlight • Beach

15.6 km

Hooper Beach cliffs with a view of Capitola Pier 🏖️

Highlight • Beach

At the mouth of the Soquel River

Tip by

16.2 km

Capitola Beach and Venetian Cottages

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. …

Tip by

16.4 km

Capitola Village

Highlight • Settlement

Capitola Village is a quaint town in Santa Cruz County. The downtown area offers 90 shops, restaurants, and lodging right on the beach. It's also the oldest beach resort on the West Coast.

Tip by

20.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types