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* Santa Monica to Torrance California


There's perhaps no more entertaining beach bike ride in all of America. The 19-mile South Bay Bike Trail from Santa Monica to Torrance takes you through some of the most entertaining beach towns anywhere.

Ride past the"Baywatch"-inspiring Santa Monica Pier and into the moneyed land of Malibu. If you remembered to strap board to bike, the Malibu pier is your entrance into the world of California surfing. The ride also takes you into the heart and soul of the ultimate California beach town: Venice Beach. Check out the famed freaks who hang out here: weightlifters, chainsaw jugglers, and fire-eaters. End up in Torrance, which has a typically great Southern California beach.

Essentials: For more info, call the Santa Monica Chamber of Commerce at 310-393-9825.

Tip: In Torrance, check out the Madrona Marsh — a freshwater nature preserve.


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