Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
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This park experiences heavy crowds, especially on weekends.
Check out the similar parks below for a better experience
Very crowded, parking fills up early
Best: Visit in off-season or try alternatives
Ancient redwood groves rise from the San Lorenzo River valley near Santa Cruz. The Redwood Grove Loop Trail is a wheelchair-accessible walk among 1,500-year-old giants up to 285 feet tall. Beyond the main grove, 20 miles of trails explore diverse habitats including oak woodlands, chaparral, and sandhills with rare endemic species. The park offers excellent mountain biking and the historic Felton covered bridge. A perfect introduction to redwoods, close to the coast.
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Big Basin Redwoods State Park
Historic park with ancient redwoods regenerating
Why go: Similar forest, old-growth forest, hiking experience
Around 13 miles away
