North San Diego Coastal E-Bike & Hike Tour Experience

Cover 15 miles of North County coast on electric bikes, then hike through a slot canyon in the same morning.

A guided electric bike and hiking tour through North San Diego County communities including Solana Beach, Encinitas, Cardiff by-the-Sea, and Annie's Canyon Trail, lasting 2.5 to 3 hours. The electric bikes have pedal assist and throttle options, making the nearly 15-mile route manageable for riders of varying fitness levels. Child seats and cargo bikes accommodate families. The guide customizes stops based on your interests: local food, galleries, surf spots, and more.

Step-by-step itinerary

Electric bike tour and hike in North County

• Ride electric bike through Solana Beach
• Explore South Cedros Design District
• Stop at Belly Up Tavern (pass by)
• Visit Fletcher Cover Park
• Visit Moonlight Beach
• Hike Annie's Canyon Trail

The experience

How do you cover nearly 15 miles of North County coast without spending all day pedaling? The electric bikes do the work: each one has pedal assist and a throttle option, so you choose how much effort you want to put in. The bikes fit riders 4'11" and taller, and the tour brings cargo bikes with child seats for families. You'll ride through Solana Beach, Encinitas, and Cardiff by-the-Sea, stopping at places the guide actually knows, not just the obvious ones.

The hike at Annie's Canyon Trail is moderate, with a slot canyon option if you want to go deeper. Moonlight Beach in Encinitas has volleyball and fire pits. Fletcher Cove Park is where locals go for beach access and a playground. The South Cedros Design District in Solana Beach holds boutique shops and studios worth a look. The Belly Up Tavern, a live music venue since 1974, sits on the route if you want to know the spot. The guide has deep knowledge of local cuisine, beer, wine, galleries, and surf breaks, and will steer the tour toward whatever you're curious about.

The whole loop takes 2.5 to 3 hours. You'll need at least a moderate fitness level for the hike and the sand-covered stairs. Bring a moderate comfort with uneven terrain. Bottled water, the bike, and a helmet are included.

What’s included

• Bottled water.
• use of an electric bike with pedal assist and throttle options.
• bike helmet.
• a live English-speaking guide who customizes the route to your interests.

Before you book

Days and timesWednesday to SundayDeparts at 10:00

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (12 to 80 years) · Youth (8 to 11 years) · Child (4 to 7 years) · Infant (under 4)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Cal Coast Adventures Solana Beach

Is this one for you?The tour starts in North San Diego County and uses electric bikes to cover the distance, so you don't need a car or rely on public transit to reach the communities. If you're staying elsewhere in the region or visiting without a vehicle, the e-bikes and the guide's knowledge of the area settle the logistics and let you focus on the ride and the hike.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (8 to 11 years); Child (4 to 7 years); Infant (under 4).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How hard is the hike at Annie's Canyon Trail?

Annie's Canyon Trail is rated moderate, with sand-covered stairs and uneven terrain. You can choose whether to go through the slot canyon or take an easier route through the same area.

What if I've never ridden an electric bike before?

The bikes are easy to use, with pedal assist and throttle options so you control the effort. You do need to know how to ride a bike, but the electric motor handles most of the work on the nearly 15-mile route.

What's the South Cedros Design District like?

South Cedros is Solana Beach's main area to explore, with boutique shops, interior design studios, photography studios, and galleries. It's a stop on the tour route.

Can the guide take me to specific places I want to see?

Yes. The guide customizes each tour based on what the group wants to see, do, or learn about, whether that's local restaurants, galleries, surf spots, or something else entirely.