The Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation Trail is a 19-mile-long trail that hugs the coast from Castroville to Monterey Bay. This section is a beautiful stretch near Sand City and gives you wonderful views of the water. The trail is paved and is popular with cyclists and walkers.

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September 23, 2024

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Sand City, California, a small city, is home to the scenic Sand City Beach. Once an industrial area, the dunes west of Highway 1 are now protected as part of the Eolian Dunes Preserve. The Sand City Beach Trail runs through the dunes, offering access to trails for hiking, biking, and leash pets. Sand City Beach is a top spot for beachcombing, especially for finding colorful sea glass, though walking barefoot is risky due to sharp edges.

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Lone Cypress Viewpoint – Lovers Point Beach loop from Monterey Regional Airport

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Distance 722 m

Uphill 30 m

Downhill 10 m

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Location: Sand City, Monterey County, California, United States

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Sand City Beach section of Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation Trail

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Monterey Bay Coastal Trail – Lone Cypress Viewpoint loop from Fort Ord Dunes State Park

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