The Santa Cruz Mountains (Mutsun Ohlone: Mak-sah-re-jah, "Sharp Ridged Mountain of the Eagle" or "People of the Eagle Mountain") are a mountain range in central and Northern …

Santa Cruz Mountains. The Santa Cruz Mountains are a region of great biological diversity, encompassing cool, moist coastal ecosystems as well as warm, dry chaparral. Much of the …

The Santa Cruz Mounatins is abundant with parks and trails, making it an ideal place for hikers, mountain bikers, rock climbers, equestrians, and more. There are two county highpoints in the …

Rising dramatically from San Francisco Bay and the Pacific Ocean, the Santa Cruz Mountains are a collection of peaks in the US state of California. The range is home to 125 named peaks, the …

Jan 23, 2022 · The Santa Cruz mountains will take you up to 3,000 feet, while under the forest canopy you’ll find falls flowing and plant life thriving. Meanwhile, a walk along the iconic …

Jan 13, 2025 · Discover the best peaks in the Santa Cruz Mountains in our guide, containing tips, pictures and maps of the top 20 in the region. Recommended by other members of the komoot …

Explore the redwood forest that became the first California State Park, sip on locally grown varietals overlooking a stunning vineyard, pop into a museum to learn about the local history, …

Jan 23, 2025 · The Santa Cruz Mountains are a special part of Northern California that almost feels hidden and secret, as so many people drive right from Los Gatos to Santa Cruz …

The Santa Cruz Mountains Bioregion encompasses all that area that receives rainfall drainage off the mountain range. It is bordered by the Pacific Ocean and Monterey Bay on the west and …

Check out a few of our favorites in the Santa Cruz Mountains, including one that leads to a 30-foot waterfall. 1. River Trail at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park. Skill level: Beginner — The 1.5 …