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United States
California
Santa Cruz County

Gazos Creek Beach – Gazos Creek Road loop from Griffith

Routes
United States
California
Santa Cruz County

Gazos Creek Beach – Gazos Creek Road loop from Griffith

Hard

4.7

(4296)

8,017

riders

Gazos Creek Beach – Gazos Creek Road loop from Griffith

06:02

73.7km

1,640m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 11, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

West Waddell Creek State Wilderness

Big Basin Redwoods State Park

Año Nuevo State Park

Cloverdale Coastal Ranches

Waypoints

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Start point

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1

26.6 km

Chalks Road

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Great ride along the ridgeline. There's some steep sections, nice views, and a good chance to spot some wildlife.

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27.7 km

Viewpoint

Viewpoint

3

36.0 km

Cascade Ranch

Highlight • Historical Site

Cascade Ranch dates from 1861. Hiking trails and a dirt road climb up to Chalks Mountain, from where there are options to return or to continue to Skyline to the …

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4

36.2 km

Cascade Historic Farm 🏡

Highlight • Historical Site

Historic Farm from 1862, currently under State Park renovation

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5

40.0 km

Costanoa KOA Campground

Highlight • Rest Area

This very nice campsite has a 25$ Hike&Bike offer (as of November 2023). Very clean bathrooms, shower with shampoo and soap included in the campsite fee. Wifi works at the tent spot, electricity and water are also nearby.

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6

43.7 km

Gazos Creek Beach

Highlight • Beach

This small and tranquil beach forms where Gazos Creek meets the ocean, creating a large pool behind the beach where it's common to see various birds. There is a parking area next to the beach.

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7

43.9 km

8

44.1 km

Gazos Creek Road

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Gazos Creek Road is a narrow country road that follows along the bottom of a cute little canyon with virtually no traffic. A wooded road ride probably couldn't be prettier …

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9

47.5 km

Gazos Creek Road

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Cycling along this narrow country road is a pleasure, as it's situated in a stunning natural environment and has minimal traffic. It follows the course of Gazos Creek throughout, and …

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B

73.7 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

33.2 km

32.6 km

3.95 km

2.69 km

1.38 km

Surfaces

32.6 km

23.5 km

16.0 km

1.74 km

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