Huntington Beach Bicycle Trail — Live Webcam

Huntington Beach Bicycle Trail — A Route Along the Pacific Ocean

Huntington Beach in Orange County is one of those Southern California cities where cycling infrastructure isn't just a backdrop—it's a way of life. The paved bicycle and pedestrian trail stretches 8.4 miles (about 13.5 km) along the Pacific coast. It starts at Bolsa Chica State Beach and runs through the entire city to Huntington State Beach, forming part of the ambitious Pacific Coast Bicycle Route. The trail is fully paved, wide, and popular among cyclists, runners, skaters, and casual strollers.

The camera is mounted at an elevated position—from a multi-story parking garage or a building near the beach area—and provides a panoramic view of this route. From this vantage point, you can see people moving along the trail and how traffic changes depending on the time of day and weather. This isn't a static picture: the broadcast runs in real time, and every moment is unique.

Huntington Beach Pier — A Historic Landmark in the Frame

In the right portion of the frame, far beyond the beach, the famous Huntington Beach Pier is visible with its distinctive building at the end, extending into the ocean. This isn't just a backdrop—it's one of the oldest and most famous landmarks in Southern California. The first wooden pier, 1,000 feet long, was built back in 1904, five years before the city was officially founded. In 1914, it was rebuilt in concrete after a devastating storm, and since then it has become a symbol of Huntington Beach. In 1988, the pier received historic landmark status and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places for Orange County.

The pier has suffered from winter storms multiple times—the last major destruction occurred in 1988, after which the structure was restored, making it 13 feet higher and 20 feet longer than its predecessor. Today, the pier remains a magnet for tourists, fishermen, and surfers, and it can be observed from the webcam in any weather.

Surf City USA — A City of Surfers and Cyclists

Huntington Beach officially bears the nickname Surf City USA—the trademark was registered by the city in 2006 after a prolonged dispute with other claimants. The roots of this name lie in Jan & Dean's 1963 song "Surf City," which became the first surf hit to top the US national charts. The song was written by Brian Wilson (the future founder of The Beach Boys) and Jan Berry. The irony is that the original song described a fictional city, but it was Huntington Beach that managed to secure this brand.

Surfing here isn't entertainment for tourists—it's everyday life. The Pacific Ocean waves off Huntington Beach suit both professionals and beginners. The city hosts major competitions, including the US Open of Surfing. And the bicycle trail is a natural extension of this culture: many surfers ride their bikes to the waves, boards strapped to their handlebars.

Climate and Weather in Huntington Beach

One of Huntington Beach's main advantages is its climate. The city lies in Southern California's Mediterranean climate zone: hot, dry summers and mild winters. The average annual daytime temperature is around 20 °C, and the number of sunny days per year exceeds 300. Rainfall is low—about 14 inches (355 mm) per year, with most of it falling between December and February.

Thanks to this climate, the Huntington Beach bicycle trail webcam shows active life almost year-round. In summer, the trail is packed with people from early morning to late evening. In winter, the flow decreases but never disappears—the temperature rarely drops below 10 °C, and on sunny days you can still see cyclists and runners on the trail. Fog sometimes blankets the coast in the morning but usually clears by noon.

The Pacific Coast of Southern California

Huntington Beach is located in Orange County, about 50 km southeast of Los Angeles. It's part of an extensive coastal zone where beaches stretch for dozens of kilometers. The Pacific Ocean here is cool even in summer—water temperatures rarely exceed 20 °C—but that doesn't stop surfers and swimmers from enjoying the waves.

Huntington Beach is wide, sandy, with concrete barriers and low walls that protect against storms. Behind the beach begins the urban development—low-rise houses, hotels, parking lots. In the right portion of the frame, a cluster of tall palm trees is visible—a classic element of the California landscape. In the distance, beyond the pier, the horizon merges with the water, and only the outlines of ships remind you that the Pacific Ocean stretches for thousands of kilometers.

What You Can See on the Camera

The webcam broadcasts an elevated view of the Huntington Beach bicycle and pedestrian trail. In the foreground is the asphalt path with distinctive red diagonal markings. Behind the trail is the sandy beach with concrete barriers and low walls. In the right portion of the frame is a cluster of tall palm trees. In the distance on the right, the famous Huntington Beach Pier is visible with its characteristic building at the end, extending into the ocean. Behind the beach is the Pacific Ocean with rolling waves. People stroll along the trail and beach, cyclists ride by. The camera operates in real time, allowing you to observe life along the California coast at any time of day.