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U-Con Trail – Seep Zone Nature Reserve loop from Santa Cruz

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U-Con Trail – Seep Zone Nature Reserve loop from Santa Cruz

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3.0

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U-Con Trail – Seep Zone Nature Reserve loop from Santa Cruz

03:31

12.2km

310m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 13, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.20 km

Redwood Grove in Pogonip Open Space Preserve

Highlight • Forest

3.84 km

This trail winds through lush vegetation, offering plenty of shade. It can be narrow in parts and features some rocky sections, which make for an interesting hike. Since the trail is shared with mountain bikers, it's essential to stay alert.

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5.46 km

East Slope Natural Reserve

Highlight • Forest

In East Slope Natural Reserve, explore an area boasting giant chinquapin and dwarf redwoods. Enjoy pleasant bike trails in this parcel, where possibilities abound for researching dwarf redwoods, soils, and forest springs.

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6.86 km

University of California, Santa Cruz Water Tanks

Highlight • Structure

Discovering artwork displayed on these water tanks along the trail is a unique and delightful experience. The water tanks are continually repainted, so you can always look forward to a pleasant surprise in the form of new artwork.

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8.19 km

Seep Zone Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural

This area is a steep, gullied region containing numerous springs and seeps (areas where water oozes slowly out of the ground). A diverse range of wildlife, including bobcats, cows, eagles, and squirrels, can be found here.

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8.20 km

Seep Zone – Chinquapin Road and Fuel Break Road Junction

Highlight • Trail

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9.96 km

Horse Trough Spring

Highlight (Segment) • Natural Monument

This mostly flat dirt trail meanders through oak trees and some old redwoods. Along this section, you'll encounter Horse Trough Spring, creating a stunning scene against the lush green backdrop.

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10.7 km

Viewpoint

12.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.68 km

1.88 km

986 m

631 m

Surfaces

5.68 km

2.76 km

1.44 km

1.41 km

612 m

274 m

Elevation

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U-Con Trail – Seep Zone Nature Reserve loop from Santa Cruz

Sycamore Grove

Redwood Grove in Pogonip Open Space Preserve

U-Con Trail

East Slope Natural Reserve

University of California, Santa Cruz Water Tanks

Seep Zone Nature Reserve

Seep Zone – Chinquapin Road and Fuel Break Road Junction

Horse Trough Spring

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