Looking for the best hikes and walks in Moore Creek Upland Open Space Preserve? Then browse our collection of routes around this beautiful natural park in Santa Cruz County below. We present you with hiking trails in Moore Creek Upland Open Space Preserve — all you’ve got to do is pick your favorite and get going.

Last updated: October 6, 2025

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1. Hiking loop from Santa Cruz

5.07km

01:19

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Santa Cruz Lighthouse/Surfer Memorial Statue loop from Westside — Santa Cruz

7.20km

01:50

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Santa Cruz Lighthouse loop from Westside

6.00km

01:32

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Hiking loop from Westside

3.79km

00:59

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Wilder Beach – Fern Grotto Beach loop from Westside

11.7km

03:04

80m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best walks and hikes in Moore Creek Upland Open Space Preserve

1. Hiking loop from Santa Cruz

2. Santa Cruz Lighthouse/Surfer Memorial Statue loop from Westside — Santa Cruz

3. Santa Cruz Lighthouse loop from Westside

4. Hiking loop from Westside

5. Wilder Beach – Fern Grotto Beach loop from Westside

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