The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park

Yellow belly newt is rare and only found in #SantaCruz mountains . We found 3 on Christmas likely due to recent rains

Yellow belly newt is rare and only found in Santa Cruz mountains . We found three today here likely due to recent rains

Bring hiking pole if you're going up to Maple Falls. It's 10 miles to the Waterfall at the top of Nisene Marks. There's lots of river crossings required but It flows beautifully after the rains.

The main track is a killer workout by itself, but if you have the time to explore, you'll end up with a gr8 experience and amazing views . They have free maps at the main entrance, get them and follow.

Beautiful place! Covered in pink all around. Don't touch that pink though! It's all poison oak ! But, on an overcast day, this is absolutely amazing!

Amazing views and elevation changes, but watch those roots while mountainbiking!

You will love running under the canopy of the redwoods . Try going up to sand point for a breathtaking view .

Fantastic MTB singletrack destination. Hitch a ride with Shuttle Dave to the top on the weekends.

Most amazing hikes considering you can get a latte immediately when you finish or buy a bike from Shawn @ Epicenter Bikes !

A place I enjoy more and more. The Old Growth Loop doesn't have much old growth but is still worthwhile

Fantastic redwood forrest with both short and long hikes .

Bring a map, this place is huge!

Study the maps first. Some of the trails are badly labeled (in the lower park at least).

Beautiful.

Great biking trails

Good luck with parking

Killer single track !

Stay on the trails unless you know what poison oak looks like.