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Bear Mountain – Cathedral Grove loop from Scotts Valley

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Bear Mountain – Cathedral Grove loop from Scotts Valley

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4.8

(1525)

9,430

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Bear Mountain – Cathedral Grove loop from Scotts Valley

00:58

8.19km

140m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 30, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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3.29 km

Bear Mountain

Highlight • Summit

In the 1800s, steam locomotives were used to transport giant redwood logs out of the mountains. Along the trail, you can still see remnants of this historical activity, as well …

Tip by

4.10 km

Today, this area is a protected stand of Redwoods, but as you walk along the trail you are bound to come across the remnants of a once booming industry based on the cutting and selling of these magnificent trees.

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8.19 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.76 km

2.74 km

1.98 km

669 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.78 km

2.74 km

533 m

115 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Today

Tuesday 14 July

32°C

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Bear Mountain – Cathedral Grove loop from Scotts Valley

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