Tag Archives: Santa Cruz Mountains

Saratoga Gap – Ridge Trail Loop, including Castle Rock Falls (Castle Rock State Park, CA)

Posted on March 12, 2023 by Andrew Wojtanik

Situated in the Santa Cruz Mountains just south of Silicon Valley in the South Bay, Castle Rock State Park is known primarily for its rock climbing—but the 34 miles of hiking trails are worthwhile as well. To avoid the tech … Continue reading →

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Phleger Estate – Huddart Park Loop (Golden Gate National Recreation Area, CA)

Posted on June 12, 2020 by Andrew Wojtanik

Moderate loop hike through redwood-covered Phleger Estate and Huddart County Park on the San Francisco Peninsula. Continue reading →

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Purisima Creek Redwoods Loop (Purisima Creek Redwoods Open Space Preserve, CA)

Posted on October 12, 2019 by Andrew Wojtanik

The San Francisco Bay Area in northern California is a fantastic launching point for redwood hunters, with accessible groves of these mesmerizing trees within an hour and a half both north and south of the Golden Gate. While the largest … Continue reading →

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