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Marina Del Rey

Santa Monica Pier – Palisades Park loop from Ballona Wetlands Ecological Reserve

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Road cycling routes
United States
California
Los Angeles County
Marina Del Rey

Santa Monica Pier – Palisades Park loop from Ballona Wetlands Ecological Reserve

Moderate

3.3

(15)

50

riders

Santa Monica Pier – Palisades Park loop from Ballona Wetlands Ecological Reserve

03:18

68.2km

790m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 13, 2026

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Santa Monica State Beach

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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6.04 km

Bay Street Beach

Beach

2

6.70 km

Santa Monica Pier

Highlight • Structure

The legendary amusement park jutting out on the Pier has its own museum harking back to the glory days of fairground attractions.

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3

6.85 km

Pacific Park, Santa Monica Pier

Highlight • Structure

This section of bike path and trail passes underneath the famous Santa Monica Pier. It can be a little dark and damp, so it's best to slow down through here. …

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7.07 km

Santa Monica State Beach

Beach

5

8.88 km

View of Santa Monica and Santa Monica Pier

Highlight • Viewpoint

This is a great place to have a quick rest to take in the view over Santa Monica and its famouse pier.

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6

37.2 km

Mullholland Drive outlook on Burbank

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Mulholland Drive and the Mulholland Scenic Overlook are among the most recognizable locations for an LA road trip.

Mulholland Drive was named after the famous Los Angeles civil engineer William …

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7

38.8 km

Melhorn Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

Another beautiful panoramic view. Such a delight to ride here!

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8

40.3 km

Stone Canyon Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

Mulholland Drive duck and loops around the northern flank of this hill with an excellent lookout, covering views both to the north and south

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9

41.1 km

Johnson Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

This is one of the many overlooks of Mulholland Drive. Always nice to ride with a view!

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10

59.5 km

Palisades Park

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

As you ride along Ocean Avenue, the Palisades Park lies between you and the beach. With towering palms and park benches, it's a nice place to stop for a snack if you need a break.

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B

68.2 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

26.6 km

26.1 km

15.4 km

156 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

54.7 km

13.2 km

156 m

120 m

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Sunday 25 October

26°C

17°C

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The UV-index reading is high for much of your activity. Don’t forget sunscreen and consider bringing sunglasses.

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