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San Buenaventura (Ventura)

Ventura Pier – Surfers Point Beach loop from Ventura

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Hiking trails & Routes

United States

California

Ventura County

San Buenaventura (Ventura)

Ventura Pier – Surfers Point Beach loop from Ventura

Moderate

3.0

(19)

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Ventura Pier – Surfers Point Beach loop from Ventura

02:05

8.24km

20m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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San Buenaventura State Beach

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404 m

San Buenaventura State Beach

Highlight • Beach

This beach is a great spot for surfing, swimming, and picnicking. It also ties in to the Omer Rains Bike Trail, giving you an easy, off-road means of running to other beaches in the nearby area.

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1.63 km

Ventura Pier

Highlight • Monument

The Ventura Pier is the oldest pier in California and is designated as Ventura Historic Landmark No. 20. The beach around the pier is Ventura's main city beach and is located close to downtown.

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2.31 km

Surfers Point Beach

Highlight • Beach

Thanks to its impressive waves, often rolling in at the perfect angle for a long ride, it's a good spot to watch surfers.

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3.03 km

Seaside Park and County Fairgrounds

Highlight • Beach

Waterfront park and event space right at the beach promenade.

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3.08 km

Ventura County Fairgrounds

Highlight • Rest Area

Lively outdoor events space hosting everything from car races & concerts to the largest Scottish Highlands games.

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4.17 km

This is the very last section of the Ventura River before it flows into the ocean. This part of the river is located in the Seaside Wilderness Park, that features information boards about the river and its end in Ventura.

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