Aptos Creek Fire Road
The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park, Santa Cruz County, CA
Point-to-point trail in The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park, Santa Cruz County, CA. Hiking.
- Distance
- 13.4 mi (21.6 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,680 ft (817 m)
- Est. Time
- 5 hr 40 min
- High point
- 2,579 ft (786 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Picnic area: George's Picnic Area 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from start
- Picnic area: Mary Easton Picnic Area 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Top of the Incline 5 mi (8 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Sand Point Overlook 7.9 mi (12.8 km) from start
- Peak: Sand Point 8.1 mi (13 km) from start
- Peak: Lone Tree Prairie 10.1 mi (16.3 km) from start
- Viewpoint 10.1 mi (16.3 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Santa Rosalia Viewpoint 11.2 mi (18 km) from start
- Peak: Santa Rosalia Mountain 11.9 mi (19.1 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Aptos Creek Fire Road
How long is Aptos Creek Fire Road?
Aptos Creek Fire Road is 13.4 mi (21.6 km) long. Most people take about 5 hr 40 min. It climbs 2,680 ft (817 m) in total, up to a high point of 2,579 ft (786 m).
How hard is Aptos Creek Fire Road?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Aptos Creek Fire Road?
Parking at the start. 4 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Aptos Creek Fire Road?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 1.1 mi (1.7 km), 1.6 mi (2.6 km), 2.1 mi (3.3 km).
Is Aptos Creek Fire Road shaded?
Mostly shaded (99% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Aptos Creek Fire Road?
No, dogs are not allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Aptos Creek Fire Road?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Aptos Creek Fire Road?
Taqueria Los Gordos, 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Aptos Natural Foods, 0.5 mi (0.7 km). 2 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Aptos Creek Fire Road?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Aptos Creek Fire Road
- Aptos Creek The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park · Hard · 11.2 mi (18 km)
- Waggoner Overlook Trail The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park · Easy · 0.3 mi (0.4 km)
- Split Stuff Trail The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.7 km)
- Old Growth Loop Trail The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park · Easy · 0.6 mi (1 km)
- Oak Ridge Trail The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park · Easy · 0.8 mi (1.4 km)
- Aptos Rancho Trail The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park · Easy · 3.4 mi (5.5 km)
- Terrace Trail The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park · Easy · 1.3 mi (2.1 km)
- Terrace Trail Connection The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.6 km)
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