For the california state park, see henry cowell redwoods state park. Henry cowell redwoods state park preserves a 40acre grove of the tallest tree species on earth. But what many dont realize is that theres a second half to the park the fall creek unit, one which is a lot less crowded and which you might consider to actually be a little. Henry cowell redwoods state park map, ca natural atlas. Best trails near henry cowell redwoods state park ca. The northern area of the park is shown on one side of the map and the southern area on the other side, with generous overlap in the middle. University of california, santa cruzs upper campus preserve provides fire road connectivity between pogonip, henry cowell, and wilder ranch state park. Description, map, and photos of a hike in the fall creek unit of henry cowell redwoods state park. Henry cowell our mission redwoods t california state parks.
Extremely rough terrain makes hiking between buckeye trail and big rock hole impassiblevisiting henry cowell. Frisbee beach via big rock hole trail california alltrails. The cowell family foundation deeded the fall creek unit to the state in 1972. The property is about half oldgrowth forest of coast redwoods and includes 8 miles km of wild pacific coastline. Jedediah smith redwoods state park campground map maps. The longest trail in henry cowell redwoods state park is rincon trail a wellknown trail measuring 66 miles in total length. This article has been nominated to be checked for its neutrality. In the early 1950s, samuel harry cowell proposed combining his adjacent familyowned property with the county park property to create a single park. A few miles north is the fall creek unit, 2nd growth redwood forest and river. Jeter, president of santa cruz county bank, was influential in creating the county park. Named after his father, henry cowell redwoods state park. Henry cowell redwoods state park river map view full map.
Henry cowell redwoods state park maps, files state park hq. Henry cowell redwoods state park campground is in a pine and oak forest 5 miles from santa cruz on graham hill road. Henry cowell redwoods state park, felton, california. Henry cowell redwoods state park topo map in santa cruz. It is located in santa cruz county, primarily in the area between the cities of santa cruz and scotts valley, near the community of felton and the university of california at santa cruz. County park portola redwoods sp henry cowell redwoods sp pescadero creek county park big basin redwoods state park this park receives support in part through two nonprofit organizations. Henry cowell redwoods state park campground is located off graham hill road, about 5 miles north of santa cruz. At henry cowell redwoods state park, the payoffs include a gorgeous walk amid the redwoods near the san lorenzo river, hiking up to a viewing platform or biking a network of fire roads. The redwood grove is a 5minute drive or a 45minute hike from the campground. Henry cowell redwoods state park california state parks.
Henry cowell s day usevisitor center entrance is located 1 mile south of felton on hwy 9. Trails are fairly well maintained throughout henry cowell sate park but please keep in mind with recent rainstorms there may be downed trees to climb overunderaround, and a couple river or creeks to cross that may. This is the official facebook page for henry cowell redwoods state park, located in the. Since then, save the redwoods league helped to add more than 800 acres to the park. The two closest state parks that have an rv dump and water fill station are big basin state park and new brighton state beach. Best hotels near henry cowell redwoods state park, felton. Note that the campground entrance is different from the dayuse areas of the park. The park was significantly expanded in 2002 with the 25,000acre 10,000 ha mill creek addition. The 40acre oldgrowth redwood grove is a 5 minute drive or a short hike from the campground. Hotels near henry cowell redwoods state park, felton on tripadvisor. Henry cowell redwoods state park is a state park in california. Henry cowell redwoods state park campground is in a pine and oak forest five miles from santa cruz on graham hill road. Muir woods vs big basin henry cowell san francisco forum.
Cosponsored by california state parks and mountain parks foundation. Henry cowell redwoods state park inspires calm reflection, while its historical significance and spectacular scenery draw travelers from around the world. Coe park is the largest state park in northern california, with over 87,000 acres of wild open spaces. It is not connected with henry cowell geographically but is further up hwy 9. Henry cowell redwoods state park includes 4,650 acres of beautiful forest and open land. The first official mention of patricks point on the humboldt county map was 1886. Henry cowell redwoods state park has 207 trails in the vicinity, including 160 hiking trails, 149 for trail running and 199 for other activities. Uncovering the story of henry cowell and his family is not easy. There is wildlife, such as deer, racoons, egrets and herons. It is solid, it needs to be eradicated, and it is at the edge of each campsite clearing. We were not able to travel as far north as the redwood national forest in ca, however, we did not feel slighted at all by visiting henry cowell redwoods state park. Other than that they are both state parks, they are completely separate. The tallest tree is about 277 feet tall, 16 feet wide and over 1,500 years old. Download the park map pdf henrycowellfinalweblayout2011.
The truck trail and fall creek loop hike with the big ben and north fork trails. Henry cowell redwoods state park f e r n t r a i l f e r n tra l o h l o n e trail p r a i r i e n a t u r e t t r a i l harvey west park university of california santa cruz trail spring ail spring ail to rincon fire road to. The name lives on through henry cowell redwoods state park, cowell beach, cowell street, and cowell college, to name just a few. What you need to know before you go to cowell redwoods state park henry cowell is a favorite place for many santa cruz and san francisco bay area residents and the only serious complaint they have is about the poison oak. Henry cowell redwoods state park felton 2020 all you. The nature center and picnic area are at a separate park entrance on highway 9 in felton, about 3 miles from the campground. Discussion of this nomination can be found on the talk page. Campsites are set among oaks and other foliage which provides good privacy for many sites. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and bird watching and is best used from may until september. So just who was henry cowell and why, in 1865, did he buy half interest in a santa cruzbased lime manufacturing business. A hiking guide to henry cowell redwoods state park, with photos and trail maps. Efforts to protect the wooden region and coastal rock formations led to the establishment of patricks point as a state park, ultimately encompassing an area of 420. Alltrails has 33 great hiking trails, running trails. Henry cowell redwoods state park, scotts valley, ca gps.
Provides information on henry cowell redwoods state park, scotts valley, california including gps coordinates, local directions, contact details, rv sites, tent sites. Henry cowell redwoods state park is a state park of california, usa, preserving mainly forest and riparian areas in the watershed of the san lorenzo river, including a grove of oldgrowth coast redwood. Henry cowell redwoods state park trail map trailforks. It is not connected with henry cowell geographically but is. Bikes are currently allowed on access roads only and prohibited on singletrack trails. Best river trails in henry cowell redwoods state park alltrails. Coe state park trail and camping map 20 edition the park map is printed at 1. Many of you have probably been to henry cowell redwoods state park, a nice shady redwoodsandcreeks kinda park down near santa cruz perfect for a hot summer day.
Trails in santa cruz mountain bikers of santa cruz. Muir woods vs big basin henry cowell san francisco. Henry cowell redwoods state park red wood grove loop. The nature center and picnic area are have separate park entrance on highway 9 in felton, about 3 miles from the campground. Get more information on the california state parks response to covid19 here. Henry cowell redwoods state park mountain bike trail map. Del norte coast redwoods state park is a state park of california, usa, and a component of the redwood national and state parks. December 2014 learn how and when to remove this template message henry dixon cowell. Dave baselts san lorenzo valley map is an excellent guide to henry cowell and surrounding parklands order from redwood hikes.