easy
2–3 hours
Suitable for beginner to moderate fitness levels; no special conditioning required but be prepared for light physical activity.
Discover Santa Monica’s vibrant coastal and urban landscape with Pedal or Not’s small group tours. Personalized, active, and immersed in local life, these trips offer a unique take on outdoor adventure in the city.
Santa Monica’s coastal climate can shift quickly between sun and cool ocean breezes, so dress in layers.
Carry water especially during summer tours to stay refreshed under the sun.
Opt for sturdy sneakers or light hiking shoes suitable for pavement, trails, and sandy sections.
Use sunscreen and sunglasses as the sun reflects off both water and concrete surfaces.
Santa Monica was developed as a beach resort town in the late 19th century and remains a cultural hotspot with ties to early Hollywood.
The tours encourage minimal environmental impact by promoting responsible trail use and supporting local sustainability initiatives to protect the coastal ecosystem.
Supports varied terrain from pavement to sandy patches.
Protection against coastal breezes and fluctuating temperatures.
spring|fall|winter specific
Stay hydrated during warmer weather and extended tours.
summer|null specific
Crucial for skin protection from intense coastal sun exposure.
spring|summer|fall specific