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Seep Zone Nature Reserve loop from University of California, Santa Cruz

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Seep Zone Nature Reserve loop from University of California, Santa Cruz

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Seep Zone Nature Reserve loop from University of California, Santa Cruz

01:07

4.05km

70m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 14, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.05 km

Seep Zone – Chinquapin Road and Fuel Break Road Junction

Highlight • Trail

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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Seep Zone Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural

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2.43 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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4.05 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.70 km

191 m

148 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

1.66 km

1.28 km

708 m

219 m

187 m

Elevation

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Highest point (310 m)

Lowest point (240 m)

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Saturday 11 July

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Seep Zone Nature Reserve loop from University of California, Santa Cruz

Seep Zone – Chinquapin Road and Fuel Break Road Junction

Seep Zone Nature Reserve

University of California, Santa Cruz Water Tanks

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