Santa Monica Pier – Marvin Braude Bike Trail loop from West Hollywood

Santa Monica Pier – Marvin Braude Bike Trail loop from West Hollywood

Moderate

3.4

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Santa Monica Pier – Marvin Braude Bike Trail loop from West Hollywood

02:31

49.1km

270m

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

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 17.4 km for 174 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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16.1 km

View of the Ocean from Adelaide Drive

Highlight • Viewpoint

Explore the vintage and contemporary homes of historic Adelaide Drive while enjoying ocean and hillside views. In the early 20th century, wealthy pioneer families built coastal residences here, and five …

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17.4 km

View of the sunset from Palisades Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great views from the wide park high above the cliffs. The trail along the beach at the bottom of the cliffs is a nice option to loop back.

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22.2 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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22.3 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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22.5 km

Santa Monica State Beach

Beach

25.5 km

Santa Monica Lagoon

Lake

26.5 km

Will Rogers State Beach

Beach

26.8 km

Marvin Braude Bike Trail

Highlight • Cycleway

The Marvin Braude bike path runs along the Pacific Coast for more than 35 kilometers in Los Angeles County. Away from the cars, it's a real treat to drive there. …

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31.1 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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31.7 km

Santa Monica 4th Street Climb

Highlight • Climb

A not so steep, but instead long and gradual climb between rows of iconic Los Angeles palm trees.

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32.2 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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