State park

Wilder Ranch State Park

219 locals recommend,

Tips from locals

Heather
June 30, 2022
I always feel like I've been transported to another place when I come here, it is so beautiful and pristine. Great biking/hiking trails and the fern grotto cave is magical for children of all ages.
Lauren
May 19, 2022
Gorgeous hiking trails along the bluffs. Secluded beaches are here too.
Veda
March 21, 2022
Miles of cliff trails and hidden beaches . Can hike to the top of hill or mountain bike at empire grade road and into UCSC if looking for an adventure. Or just visit historic houses and see great ocean views
Matias
March 11, 2022
A bit of a drive from Oakland but worth it for a easier walk along some scenic pacific ocean cliffs.
Bradley
November 17, 2021
The Wilder Ranch is a historic working ranch. They still have old farm houses and equipment, and even some livestock. The best part is there's some great mountain biking and also some of the most breathtaking coastal views on the Wilder Bluff Loop trail (approximately 2.5 mile loop).

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Location
1401 Coast Rd
Santa Cruz, CA