WE-ride, Sunday, April 21 - Beach Loop from Peck Park
LONG BEACH GRAN PRIX - Alternate Route to avoid central Long Beach: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46309248
The adjusted route turns off the beach on Junipero Avenue before the center of Long Beach, and takes 3rd Street (which has a dedicated bike lane on a one-way street) and Daisy Street (which is a designated bike route) to avoid the central beach area and get you on to the LA River Bikeway.
But you'll miss the Queen Mary!
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Finally a weekend without rain on the forecast! It’s supposed to be lovely, warm and mild. It’s finally time to do our classic Beach Loop from Peck Park.
The route heads east from Peck Water Conservation Park (with restroom and water fountain) to the San Gabriel River Trail, then heads south along the river all the way to Seal Beach. Traversing along the coast to Long Beach, the ride returns via the LA River and the Rio Hondo bike paths. There’s a coffee stop in Seal Beach at Crema Cafe, and photo-opportunities in Long Beach Harbor with views of Queen Mary (now refurbished and open for overnight stays).
Start Time: 9:00 AM at Peck Water Conservation Park in Arcadia: (https://maps.app.goo.gl/vZAPvgHSrrNBh2jz7?g_st=ic)
Route for Download: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46309248
Distance: ~67 miles
Elevation gain: ~1150 ft
Weather Forecast: Bright sun is forecast all day inland, while a light morning overcast at coast will break up, leaving a lovely cool day. Highs in the 70s at the beach and 80s inland.
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Please keep the following in mind when joining the WE Rides:
• Download the route prior to arrival.
• Be self-sufficient, prepared to handle flats and minor bike repairs.
• Carry a cell phone in case of emergency or to get that Uber ride needed every once in a while.
This is an informal self-supported ride and not an official PAA sponsored ride. Neither PAA, the ride leaders, nor the route creators should be held responsible for any accident or injury that may occur during the ride. Please ride safely.