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Esplanade Park and Viewing Point – Capitola Village loop from Capitola

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Esplanade Park and Viewing Point – Capitola Village loop from Capitola

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Esplanade Park and Viewing Point – Capitola Village loop from Capitola

00:42

2.62km

30m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 12, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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919 m

Capitola Beach

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. …

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924 m

Capitola Beach and Venetian Cottages

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Tip by

1.07 km

Esplanade Park and Viewing Point

Highlight • Viewpoint

A nice little park under the cliffs with great views of Capitola and across the bay to Monterey

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1.23 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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2.62 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.59 km

782 m

197 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.50 km

787 m

197 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Monday 20 July

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Esplanade Park and Viewing Point – Capitola Village loop from Capitola

Capitola Beach

Capitola Beach and Venetian Cottages

Esplanade Park and Viewing Point

Capitola Village

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