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Santa Cruz County

West Cliff Cycleway – Santa Cruz Lighthouse loop from Swift Halt

Hiking trails & Routes

Santa Cruz County

West Cliff Cycleway – Santa Cruz Lighthouse loop from Swift Halt

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3.2

(7)

97

hikers

West Cliff Cycleway – Santa Cruz Lighthouse loop from Swift Halt

01:54

7.42km

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: March 17, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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2.55 km

West Cliff Cycleway

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This 3-mile paved trail follows the southern coastline of Santa Cruz. Here it offers spectacular views of a natural bridge eroded into the cliffs by waves and wind.

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2

2.73 km

West Cliff Arch

Highlight • Natural Monument

A natural arch was eroded out of the soft cliffs by the waves on the edge of one of Santa Cruz' iconic surf spots

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3

3.22 km

Santa Cruz Lighthouse

Highlight • Monument

Scenic historic lighthouse on the coastal bluffs to help navigate the treacherous coastline. Today a small surfing museum.

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4

3.37 km

Surfing Museum

Highlight • Monument

Tiny museum overlooking a renowned surf spot. The museum has photographs, surfboards and artifacts on the surfing history in Santa Cruz.

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5

3.50 km

Memorials to deceased surfers overlooking Steamer Lane

Highlight • Monument

Life's short - ride !

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6

3.75 km

Surfer Statue

Highlight • Monument

A statue to commemorate the many surfers 🏄 🏄‍♂️ 🏄‍♀️ from/in Santa Cruz

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7.42 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.32 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.98 km

1.61 km

743 m

< 100 m

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