Hike the Rincon Fire Trail
Santa Cruz, California
Details
Distance
1 miles
Elevation Gain
300 ft
Route Type
Out-and-Back
Description
Added by Lucas Pols
Great hike in Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park next to the San Lorenzo River.
The Rincon Fire Trail Starts at a small dirt parking lot next to CA-9 and traverses down the mountain to the San Lorenzo River Connecting with the Pipeline Trail. The trail can be a simple one of a mile out and back or up to 5 miles depending on your preference. The elevation will change by about 300 feet, and the trail can be slippery when wet so take caution
Rincon Road to the San Lorenzo River is 0.5 miles. Additional destination distances are outlined below:
- Buckeye Trail: 0.5 Miles
- Diversion Dam Trail: 0.9 Miles
- Ridge Road: 1.9 Miles
- River Trail: 2.2 Miles
- Pipeline Road: 2.5 Miles
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Hike the Rincon Fire Trail Reviews
The trails are well maintained, and there is variation in what length of trail you want to do. Offers beautiful views of nature.
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