Cowell-Wilder Equestrian Trail
Pogonip Open Space Preserve, Santa Cruz County, CA
Out-and-back trail in Pogonip Open Space Preserve, Santa Cruz County, CA. Horseback riding.
- Distance
- 19.3 mi (31.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 3,087 ft (941 m)
- Est. Time
- 6 hr 45 min
- High point
- 1,191 ft (363 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Visitor center: Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park Nature Center 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from start
- Beach: Cable Car Beach 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from start
- Emergency phone 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from start
- Bike repair station 10.3 mi (16.5 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Chuck Beebe Scenic Bench 10.3 mi (16.5 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Cowell-Wilder Equestrian Trail
How long is Cowell-Wilder Equestrian Trail?
Cowell-Wilder Equestrian Trail is 19.3 mi (31.1 km) long. Most people take about 6 hr 45 min. It climbs 3,087 ft (941 m) in total, up to a high point of 1,191 ft (363 m).
How hard is Cowell-Wilder Equestrian Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Cowell-Wilder Equestrian Trail?
Parking at the start. Closest lot to the start: Lot 3. 23 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Cowell-Wilder Equestrian Trail?
Water at the trailhead only: carry enough. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Cowell-Wilder Equestrian Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (93% under trees).
What can you do on Cowell-Wilder Equestrian Trail?
Best for Horseback riding.
Where can you eat near Cowell-Wilder Equestrian Trail?
Cowboy Bar & Grill, 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Shop, 0.7 mi (1.2 km).
Is this a good week for Cowell-Wilder Equestrian 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 Cowell-Wilder Equestrian Trail
- Pipeline Road Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park · Moderate · 6 mi (9.7 km)
- Cowell-Wilder Regional Trail Pogonip Open Space Preserve · Expert · 19.1 mi (30.7 km)
- Redwood Grove Loop Trail Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park · Easy · 0.8 mi (1.2 km)
- Bear Mountain Trail Roaring Camp · Easy · 2 mi (3.3 km)
- Indian Creek Trail Roaring Camp · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.7 km)
- River Trail Pedestrian Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park · Easy · 3.3 mi (5.3 km)
- Forest Lakes Equestrian Santa Cruz County · Easy · 1 mi (1.5 km)
- Ox Connector Trail Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.8 km)
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