Moran Lake Beach and Park – Capitola Village loop from Twin Lakes

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Moran Lake Beach and Park – Capitola Village loop from Twin Lakes

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Moran Lake Beach and Park – Capitola Village loop from Twin Lakes

01:24

23.0km

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 3, 2026

Tips

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New Brighton State Beach

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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639 m

Corcoran Lagoon & Moe's Beach 🏖️ Santa Cruz

Highlight • Beach

1.32 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.

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2.75 km

The Hook surf spot - 41st St County Park

Highlight • Beach

One of Santa Cruz' top surf spots can be observed from this cliff vantage point

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4.34 km

Hooper Beach cliffs with a view of Capitola Pier 🏖️

Highlight • Beach

At the mouth of the Soquel River

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4.91 km

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. …

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4.92 km

Capitola Beach and Venetian Cottages

Highlight • Beach

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5.06 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.

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12.2 km

Seacliff State Beach

Highlight • Beach

Seacliff State Beach is a long stretch of sand backed by bluffs and is best known for its concrete freighter, the SS Palo Alto, lying in the water just off the beach.

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23.0 km

End point

Bus stop

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