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Wild Recovery San Jose, California

February 12, 2011 Wilder Ranch Santa Cruz County

The Place

Wilder Ranch, is located just North of the city of Santa Cruz and encompasses more than 7000 acres along the Central Coast of California. With more than 34 miles of trails for hiking, biking and horse back riding, it is a park with a bit of something for everyone. Wilder has some of the most incredible Monterey Bay viewgasms available anywhere. With rolling hills, incredible grasslands and pockets of redwoods, firs, pines and oaks, it is a tree hugger’s paradise.
Definitely a bucket list kind of park.

Walking the Walk

We will be taking to the hills above Highway 1 through grasslands, rolling hills and a variety of forest habitat. At least half of the hike will be without shade so layers, hats and sunscreen are highly recommended. Although the elevation change is only 400 feet, there are a few steep sections but none of them are very long.

Level: 2.5 - Miles: 6.7 - Elevation change: 400 ft - Host: Di & John

Directions:

From San Jose Take Hwy 17 South to Santa Cruz, take the Highway 1 North exit to Mission St. (Hwy 1). Turn right on Mission St. it will turn back into Hwy 1 out side of town. Wilder Ranch is approximately 2.1 miles out of Santa Cruz on the left.

Travel time from San Jose: Approximately 45 minutes

Know Before You Go:

Parking is $10
If money is tight you can carpool, or park outside the park for free and walk in.
No Dogs Allowed
Dress appropriately, layers are suggested
Restrooms - Only available in the parking lot

Where to Meet:

We will meet in the parking lot.