Explore Oceanside, CA, on Wheels: Bike Rentals & Trails

Leave the car behind and travel around Oceanside like the locals– by bike. Bring your bike or reserve a rental from a local bike shop and start exploring Oceanside’s top attractions, beaches, and historic sites on wheels. Whether you are looking for a leisurely path to explore with your family or a challenging mountain bike trail, there is a route for everyone. Stay in the heart of it all with Beachfront Only Oceanside Vacation Rentals and find the perfect basecamp for your adventures!

Bike Rentals in Oceanside, CA

For visitors who don’t want to travel with their bikes, there are several bike rentals available in Oceanside, CA, for your convenience. Most rental companies include essentials for your cycling adventure, like helmets, locks, and baskets. Find the bike rental that fits your needs at these local outfitters:

Wheel Fun Rentals at Oceanside Pier: Surrey bikes, tandem bikes, two-wheel bikes, and electric bikes. 

SoCal Bike: Electric bikes, beach cruisers, road bikes, and hybrid bike rentals.

Mostly e-Bikes: Electric cruisers, throttle, and cargo bikes. Non-electric road, cruiser, and kids’ bikes.

Bike Trails and Paths

It’s easy to get around Oceanside on wheels. Leave your vehicle at your vacation rental and bike to Oceanside’s top attractions using the city’s bike paths. Or head out in nature and take a scenic bike ride while enjoying the sunshine and breathtaking coastal views. No matter your skill level or interest, cycling O’side is fun for everyone:

The Strand

Start your cycling adventure along The Strand and enjoy views of the beach, pier, and ocean on this popular multi-use path. 

San Luis Rey Bike Trail

The San Luis Rey Bike Trail is a 14-mile path that connects Oceanside Pier to Mission San Luis Rey. The trail is flat and isolated from motorized traffic, making it ideal for families and bikers of all ages. 

Coastal Rail Trail

The Coastal Rail Trail is still being developed, but two sections of the trail are open and accessible in Oceanside. Pick up the trail adjacent to the Oceanside Transit Center or south of Loma Alta Creek. This trail is planned to include 44 miles of paths to connect Oceanside to San Diego.

Neighboring Villages

Cycle to the neighboring towns of Carlsbad and Encinitas for even more exciting biking adventures. If you’re looking to go mountain biking, we recommend cycling the Lake Calavera trail in Carlsbad or the Olivenhain Trail system in Encinitas.

Stay at Beachfront Vacation Rentals in Oceanside, CA

Reserve your bike rental in Oceanside, CA, and get around with ease during your Southern California beach vacation. Stay in Oceanside with Beachfront Only Oceanside Vacation Rentals and relax in your vacation rental after a day of adventures. Walk to the beach from your vacation home or hang out inside, overlooking the ocean from your spacious living room. Book with us today!