



Observation Deck
Santa Cruz
Wander through a 40-acre cathedral of ancient redwoods, then follow Eagle Creek upstream to a breezy observation deck with 360-degree views of Monterey Bay and the Santa Cruz Mountains. Pack a picnic: spring wildflowers make the summit meadows sing.
Ancient redwood grove
Creek-side hiking
360° mountain views
Sandhill ecosystem
Tips
🔦"If you're going for sunset, bring a flashlight"
🌲start at the visitor center for the redwood grove
🏖️expect sand: beach sand underfoot on the ridge trail
Observation Deck
Santa CruzOpens Friday at 6:00 AM




Wander through a 40-acre cathedral of ancient redwoods, then follow Eagle Creek upstream to a breezy observation deck with 360-degree views of Monterey Bay and the Santa Cruz Mountains. Pack a picnic: spring wildflowers make the summit meadows sing.
Ancient redwood grove
Creek-side hiking
360° mountain views
Sandhill ecosystem
Tips
🔦"If you're going for sunset, bring a flashlight"
🌲start at the visitor center for the redwood grove
🏖️expect sand: beach sand underfoot on the ridge trail