쉬운 산타크루즈 산맥 하이킹 및 워킹 코스

This is a coastal redwood, not a Sequoia redwood which is a different species found inland.

From up here on the ridge you get great sweeping views across the foothills. On a clear day you can see out west to the Pacific Ocean.

Borel Hill is my favorite place to watch spring flowers. The western slope near ancient oaks (5-10min west of Borel Hill) are covered with orange California Poppies and purple flowers starting in April. Borel Hill itself peaks around mid May and has a wide variety of flowers. The show lasts only a few weeks until end of May. The peak time and flower intensity varies from year to year, so come several times between April and May. There is small summit NW of Borel Hill and a narrow dirt trail leads you to a rock within 2 min. The rock is big enough for 2-3 to sit on. On a sunny day, the rock is nice warm even if the air is cold. Good views on the ocean and the Bay.

Wunderlich Park, spanning 942 acres, is picturesque, with a beautiful mix of chaparral and redwood forest, expansive meadows, and striking oak and madrone trees. There is plenty of open space featuring a network of lovely hiking trails. Donated to the county by Martin Wunderlich, this area includes what was once the Folger family ranch. The stable and surrounding buildings have been meticulously restored, serving as a cherished historic landmark for the community. Dogs are not allowed in the park, so you'll need to leave your pup at home.

Gray Whale Cove State Beach is a beautiful, secluded beach located nine miles north of Highway 92 along Highway 1. This 800-foot stretch of white sand is nestled in a small valley known as "Devil's Slide" and is shielded from the highway by cliffs. The beach is named for the gray whales often spotted here during their spring migration. Facilities include free day parking, chemical toilets, but no water, so keep this in mind as you ride.

Rancho San Antonio County Park shares a boundary with Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve, which adds almost 4,000 acres of nature to the 289-acre park. The trails are well-kept and well-marked, but all bikes need to keep on paved-paths only.

Los Cerritos Pond is just off the side of the Oak Cove Trail and is a great spot for a pit-stop during your ride. You can get right up next to the banks of the water, or you can hang out under the shade trees closer to the main trail.

True to its name, Los Cerritos ("little hills") Pond is ringed by hills. You'll find a great network of looping walking trails here, and from March through May the wildflowers here are spectacular. Plan to be without shade for long stretches of your run.