Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park has a long and storied past in Santa Cruz County. Named for local entrepreneur Henry Cowell, the state park was formally dedicated to the California State Parks system in 1954. Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park comprises 4,000 wooded acres, many of which feature old-growth redwood trees. Hiking, biking and horseback riding are permitted on select trails throughout the park system.
Hiking & Biking in Santa Cruz.
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park features roughly 15 miles of hiking trails, including the all-accessible Redwood Grove Trail. This flat, easy loop meanders around giant redwoods and features a hard-pack trail that is conducive to wheelchairs and strollers. Bicycles are permitted only on select trails. Consult a map prior to riding. Horses are permitted on most park trails.
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Experience the peaceful beauty of legendary, old-growth redwoods trees when you vacation in Santa Cruz. Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park offers an extensive trail system, picnic areas, and visitor facilities. The park is located just seven miles from The Inn at Pasatiempo off Highway 9. Hotel guests can fuel up on a hearty, complimentary breakfast before heading to the park for an afternoon of outdoor recreation. Later, return to the Inn for a relaxing dip in the outdoor swimming pool.
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Henry Cowell.
Henry Cowell of Massachusetts came to California during the Gold Rush and made his fortune in the lime industry. Lime and timber were abundant natural resources in Santa Cruz County in the 1800s and early 1900s. Bricks made from lime quickly began to replace lumber as a primary building material. Henry Cowell owned and operated four kilns throughout Santa Cruz, owned large expanses of land, and raised cattle. He was reported in 1886 as the wealthiest man in Santa Cruz County. By 1899, Cowell owned 10,000 acres of land, a large portion of which now makes up Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park.
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