Redwoods to Sandhills: Guided Hike in Henry Cowell State Park [Hard]

Join Sempervirens Fund on this volunteer-led hard hike at Henry Cowell State Park to experience the rich diversity of the Santa Cruz Mountai Event Information: Join Sempervirens Fund on a volunteer-led guided hike at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park • Difficulty: Hard • Duration: ~5.5hrs • Distance: 5 miles • Elevation Gain: 666 ft. About the Hike: Join Sempervirens Fund on a volunteer-led hike through one of our favorite routes in Henry Cowell State Park. This hike begins and ends in an old growth redwood forest featuring some of the most magnificent trees in the Santa Cruz Mountains. This route follows a bank of the beautiful San Lorenzo River, then climbs through redwood and mixed evergreen forests to the unique chaparral habitat of the Santa Cruz Sandhills. From the summit area, participants will get to see the stunning views in the north, to the Monterey Bay in the south. This landscape also holds a special significance, as the area that became this park played an important role in the origin story of Sempervirens Fund. To join this group hike, all participants are required to sign a liability waiver. Good to Know - Highlights Address: Hike will depart from outside of the Henry Cowell Visitor Center Important Information: • Parking: Costs $10 (free with State Parks Pass) • Bathrooms and water fountains are available next to the parking lot • Remember to bring a water bottle, lunch, a hat, and layers for various weather conditions. • Please wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes. Dogs are not allowed at this location. About Sempervirens Fund: Sempervirens Fund’s mission is to ensure Coast Redwood forests in the Santa Cruz Mountains thrive for generations to come. To learn more about us, visit our website.