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Wilder Ranch State Park
RoutesPlaces to seeNatural MonumentsNorth AmericaUnited StatesCaliforniaSanta Cruz County
Wilder Ranch State Park
The Top 8 Natural Monuments in Wilder Ranch State Park
Wilder Ranch State Park’s landscape is a beautiful place to explore — something that you can best experience by visiting one of our 8
beautiful natural monuments in Wilder Ranch State Park. To help you find the one for, you can see all the details you need to explore the best natural monuments, and better plan your next outdoor adventure!
beautiful natural monuments in Wilder Ranch State Park. To help you find the one for, you can see all the details you need to explore the best natural monuments, and better plan your next outdoor adventure!
Last updated: October 31, 2025
Needle Rock
Highlight • Natural Monument
This cool rock spire eroded out of the coastal bluffs by the Pacific Ocean waves is best visible along the Ohlone Bluffs Trail in Wilder Ranch State Park. parks.ca.gov/?page_id=549
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Wilder Beach Natural Preserve
Highlight • Beach
Wide and wild beach preserve closed to the public. Park info at parks.ca.gov/?page_id=549
Good gravel and dirt trails lead out to and along the cliffs. Several coves to the west …
Good gravel and dirt trails lead out to and along the cliffs. Several coves to the west …
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Old Cove Landing Trail ⛱️ Wilder Ranch SP
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
This begins right off the State Park parking (also accessible from the free parking on the side of Hwy 1), and can either be a short hiking loop through the …
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Strawberry Beach
Highlight • Beach
Strawberry Beach is just off the side of the Ohlone Bluff Trail and usually offers a lot of solitude. This is a great spot to take in the views of …
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Wilder Ranch Lookout
Highlight • Viewpoint
The park originally had agricultural functions, but has since been returned to nature for all to enjoy.
You have excellent views of the ocean, and this all along the way.
You have excellent views of the ocean, and this all along the way.
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