Bridge Creek Trail
The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park, Santa Cruz County, CA
Out-and-back trail in The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park, Santa Cruz County, CA. Hiking.
- Distance
- 3.8 mi (6.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 459 ft (140 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 30 min
- High point
- 732 ft (223 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Waterfall 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Bridge Creek Historic Site 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from start
- Waterfall: Maple Falls 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Bridge Creek Trail
How long is Bridge Creek Trail?
Bridge Creek Trail is 3.8 mi (6.1 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 30 min. It climbs 459 ft (140 m) in total, up to a high point of 732 ft (223 m).
How hard is Bridge Creek Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Bridge Creek Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Bridge Creek Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Bridge Creek Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (99% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Bridge Creek Trail?
No, dogs are not allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Bridge Creek Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for Bridge Creek Trail?
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 Bridge Creek Trail
- Bridge Creek Trail The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park · Easy · 1.2 mi (2 km)
- Mill Pond Trail The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park · Easy · 0.1 mi (0.2 km)
- Loma Prieta Grade The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park · Hard · 6.4 mi (10.3 km)
- Aptos Creek Trail The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park · Hard · 7.3 mi (11.8 km)
- Ridge Connection Trail The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park · Easy · 1.6 mi (2.6 km)
- Big Stump Gap Trail The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park · Easy · 1.9 mi (3.1 km)
- Porter Trail The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park · Easy · 1.7 mi (2.8 km)
- Big Stump Gap Trail The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park · Easy · 0.8 mi (1.2 km)
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