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Wilder Ridge loop — Wilder Ranch State Park

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United States

California

Santa Cruz County

Wilder Ridge loop — Wilder Ranch State Park

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Wilder Ridge loop — Wilder Ranch State Park

03:17

11.7km

230m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 9, 2024

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Wilder Dairy Cultural Preserve

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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458 m

Wilder Ridge Loop Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

What was once farming trails and roads are now an endless diversity of hiking options. Long or short, hilly or flat, far up the hills or short hikes on the coastal bluffs or on explorations of the historical agricultural preserve.

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3.13 km

Wilder Ranch Lookout

Highlight • Viewpoint

The park originally had agricultural functions, but has since been returned to nature for all to enjoy.

You have excellent views of the ocean, and this all along the way.

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11.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.59 km

5.48 km

285 m

276 m

Surfaces

6.14 km

5.20 km

286 m

Elevation

Highest point (190 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

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