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West Cliff Cycleway – Santa Cruz Lighthouse loop from Lighthouse Field State Beach

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West Cliff Cycleway – Santa Cruz Lighthouse loop from Lighthouse Field State Beach

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West Cliff Cycleway – Santa Cruz Lighthouse loop from Lighthouse Field State Beach

00:42

6.71km

30m

Running

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

Last updated: March 17, 2026

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1.83 km

West Cliff Cycleway

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This 3-mile paved trail follows the southern coastline of Santa Cruz. Here it offers spectacular views of a natural bridge eroded into the cliffs by waves and wind.

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2.00 km

West Cliff Arch

Highlight • Natural Monument

A natural arch was eroded out of the soft cliffs by the waves on the edge of one of Santa Cruz' iconic surf spots

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2.49 km

Santa Cruz Lighthouse

Highlight • Monument

Scenic historic lighthouse on the coastal bluffs to help navigate the treacherous coastline. Today a small surfing museum.

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2.57 km

Surfing Museum

Highlight • Monument

Tiny museum overlooking a renowned surf spot. The museum has photographs, surfboards and artifacts on the surfing history in Santa Cruz.

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2.94 km

Surfer Statue

Highlight • Monument

A statue to commemorate the many surfers 🏄 🏄‍♂️ 🏄‍♀️ from/in Santa Cruz

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3.37 km

View of Santa Cruz Beach and surfers

Highlight • Viewpoint

This is a great place to stop and have a look over the water. The cliffs and ocean area treat on their own, but the surfers and sailboats add an extra touch to the scene.

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6.71 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.00 km

874 m

716 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.16 km

1.71 km

596 m

116 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Wednesday 6 May

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West Cliff Cycleway – Santa Cruz Lighthouse loop from Lighthouse Field State Beach

West Cliff Cycleway

West Cliff Arch

Santa Cruz Lighthouse

Surfing Museum

Surfer Statue

View of Santa Cruz Beach and surfers

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