Lime Kiln ruins are still visible in the Fall Creek unit of Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park. This was the largest lime burning facility in the early years of European industrial development in California in the 19th century.

Matthew

January 18, 2024

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The Lime Kiln ruins within Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park are still visible and are a cool site to check out when running by. If you like history, these ruins are a good excuse to take a break during your run.

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1. Fall Creek and Ridge Trail loop — Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park

11.8km

03:50

400m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Lime Kiln ruins – Big Ben Tree loop from Felton

16.3km

05:20

540m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. Fall Creek Trailhead – Lime Kiln ruins loop from Felton

6.40km

02:12

140m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Elevation 190 m

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Location: Santa Cruz County, California, United States

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Lime Kiln ruins

1. Fall Creek and Ridge Trail loop — Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park

2. Lime Kiln ruins – Big Ben Tree loop from Felton

3. Fall Creek Trailhead – Lime Kiln ruins loop from Felton

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