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Bench with a view of the coast – Cathedral Redwoods loop from Santa Cruz Sandhills Community

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Santa Cruz County

Bench with a view of the coast – Cathedral Redwoods loop from Santa Cruz Sandhills Community

Moderate

4.8

(3256)

5,440

hikers

Bench with a view of the coast – Cathedral Redwoods loop from Santa Cruz Sandhills Community

01:45

6.08km

110m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 9, 2026

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Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

1

2.69 km

Bench with a view of the coast

Highlight • Viewpoint

Very nice spot to take a break and worthwhile view to the coast.

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2

3.18 km

Cathedral Redwoods

Highlight • Forest

Also known as "fairy rings", Cathedral trees are found in a circle where they sprouted from the roots of their parent tree. Over time the Redwoods grow to incredible heights which invokes a sense of another type of Cathedral.

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3

4.24 km

Sandhills Observation Deck – View of the Pacific Ocean

Highlight • Viewpoint

This spacious deck provides awe-inspiring views of the woods and the Pacific Ocean. You'll discover binoculars available here to enhance your views. This spot offers a fantastic opportunity to pause and savor the surroundings.

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4

4.25 km

Observation Deck View of Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

This spacious deck provides awe-inspiring views of the woods and the Pacific Ocean. You'll discover binoculars available here to enhance your views. This spot offers a fantastic opportunity to pause and savor the surroundings.

Tip by

B

6.08 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.26 km

1.77 km

797 m

264 m

Surfaces

2.59 km

1.33 km

1.28 km

652 m

235 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (230 m)

Lowest point (160 m)

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