There are 52 campsites in portola redwoods state park campground, each has a picnic table, food locker, and fire ring. Portola redwoods state park, a california state park. Portola redwoods offers a hushed getaway from the suburban bustle of nearby silicon valley and the south bay. Park 35 84 hikingequestrian trail hikingequestrian road 1 see am mcdon ld p s ee m mori al p portola redwoods s ta e park p p p p p p p p p p p p p p pescade ro c eek park complex memorial park sam mcdonald county park pescade ro c eek county park f ire memorial park mt. Redwoods to portola redwoods sp and pescadero creek county park portola redwoods sp henry cowell redwoods sp pescadero creek county park big basin redwoods state park this park receives support in part through two nonprofit organizations. There arent any really huge redwoods but its quite attractive. Best camping in and near portola redwoods state park. Hike through portola redwoods state park, portola redwoods sp. The road leading to the 2,800acre park follows a ridgetop that drops down into a deeply shaded redwood forest. Portola redwoods state park california state parks. There are also four walkin sites and other group campsites available. The road leading to its 2,800 acres drops from a ridge top into a deeply shaded redwood forest, offering a hushed getaway from the suburban bustle of nearby silicon valley and the south bay. Towering redwoods, fat banana slugs, shady nooks, hikes of varying difficulty portola redwoods has it all, and you definitely need to reserve in advance. Driving directions to portola redwoods sp from highway 35, turn west onto alpine road, go 3 miles, and turn onto portola state park road.
Portola redwoods state park contains approximately 18 miles of hiking trails in the 2,800acre park, a small carcamping campground of about 50 campsites, four. To locate the portola redwoods state park just select the map tab above. Ride through the santa cruz mountains finest redwoods. Iverson trail to tiptoe falls california alltrails. Portola redwoods secret campsites bay area families outside. The sequoia nature trail, which leads to the pescadero creek, introduces visitors to the natural history of the area. There are eighteen miles of trails, a 53 site campground, four group campsites and two beautiful creeks, the pescadero and peters creek, that run throughout the park. A sign marks passage out of the state park and into the county park, and then a few steps later, a signboard hosts a useful map to pescadero creek county park, on the right. More signs facing the other direction indicate that bicycles and horses are not allowed on the state park s section of pomponio trail. Many visitors trying to reach specific locations in the park have been misdirected to islolated towns, logging roads in adjacent forests, or onto private property.
The entire pescadero park complex including sam mcdonald county park, memorial county park, and heritage grove are shown, and the trail connections to nearby parks on skyline ridge are also shown. Mar 04, 2018 first off, portola redwoods state park is no secret. Portola redwoods is also part of a chain of parks on the west side of the santa cruz mountains linked by a trail system. After arriving at portola redwoods and paying the entrance fee, i started on my journey. Portola redwoods state park, a california state park sustainability plan and road map for park partner engagement executive summaryportola redwoods state park prsp, located in the heart of the santa cruz mountains, is less than a onehour drive from californias silicon valley. Alltrails has 11 great hiking trails, running trails. Portola redwoods state park campground is located off highway 35 in the santa cruz mountains, about 1. See more ideas about park, local parks and state parks. Portola redwoods state park map california mapcarta.
Portola redwoods state park campground has 53 campsites for tents, trailers and rvs up to 24 feet. Portola redwoods state park california state parks ca. Sunday drive to portola redwoods state park sfgate. Peters creek and pescadero creek meet in portola, and are the parks. The campground is open from april through october, but the park is open year round. Its a beautiful park set deep in the redwoods, on the peninsula. Use low gear as both these roads are steep and winding. Portola redwoods state park, california campsite photos. Portola redwoods state park park information please recycle. Ellen t rail road sam mcdonald county park h eritag grove creek t rail 0. The drive to falls from san jose isnt a quick drive, as its mostly on winding curvy roads.
Eighteen miles of trails crisscross the canyon and its two streams, peters creek and pescadero creek. Be aware that some online maps and gps units do not have accurate coverage of the redwood national and state parks area. Portola redwoods state park is a california state park, located in san mateo county. For reservations, directions, or questions you can call them at 650 9489098. Due to mountain roads, expect a 1 12 to 2 hour drive from most bay area locations. Dave baselts pescadero creek county parkportola redwoods state park map is an excellent guide to the trails of both parks order from redwood hikes. Hikers, cyclists, and equestrians can access an extensive big tree trail inter park trail network from the sam mcdonald ranger station, portola trailhead, portola redwoods state park, and at the old haul road and tarwater trailheads. Cyclists may use a service road, old haul road, which crosses the park. At portola redwoods state park, silence and tranquility rule. If you dont have the energy, this 7 mile loop has a shorter option allowing you to turn it into a 5miler.
Portola redwoods state park campground located in a deep shady valley, this one of the bay areas nicer redwood campgrounds. Visitors will find a forested basin with stands of redwoods, miles of trails, and chattering creeks. Free trail maps are provided at the visitor center. A few years ago, the park which shelters some of the tallest, most majestic redwoods in the santa cruz mountains was threatened with closure due to parks budgetary constraints. Below is a list of the nearest beaches to portola redwoods state park. Dec 24, 2016 tip toe falls is in portola redwoods state park west of san jose. Portola redwoods state park is a park in california and has an elevation of 781 feet. Portola redwoods state park campground map 9000 portola. Camping near portola redwoods state park is easy with hipcamp, where private landowners offer oneofakind camping experiences. The big, detailed threedimensional map covers not just portola but. If you would like to purchase one by mail, please send.
On a side note, the portola visitors center has one of the best park relief maps i ve ever seen. State park provides visitors with their own secret place in a natural basin of evergreen forest. Portola our mission a redwoods california state parks. Peters creek and pescadero creek meet in portola, and are the park s primary watercourses, and feature numerous tributaries. Looking for a great trail in portola redwoods state park, california. Recycling stations for aluminum cans, as well as plastic and glass bottles, are located throughout the park. Trail maps can be purchased at the park office or by mail. Portola redwoods state park has a new campground host to.
Since then, ive been working with state parks staff and our partners. Take in the best that portola redwoods state park has to offer. Jun 27, 2017 tiptoe falls trail californiatiptoe falls hike portola redwoods state park west coast hiking trails duration. We recommend that people use a reputable printed map while. San francisco bay area, by david weintraub order this book from has a great map and descriptions of a portola hike.
Portola redwoods state park from mapcarta, the free map. Tip toe falls is a small waterfall along fall creek, a tributary of pescadero creek. Best trails in portola redwoods state park california alltrails. Redwoods state park provides visitors with their own secret place. Portola redwoods state park campground nextcampsite. Portola redwoods has a rugged, natural basin forested with coast redwoods, douglas firs and live oaks. Get more information on the california state parks response to covid19 here. Jan 08, 2011 the park has a rugged, natural basin forested with coast redwoods, douglas fir and live oak. Portola redwoods state park campground and the rest of the state park was threatened with closure in 2012 due to state budget cuts it was given at least a years reprieve by generous donations. Apr 29, 2014 just a short drive southwest of san jose lies the beautiful portola redwoods state park. Portola redwoods state park our mission the mission of california state parks is to provide for the health, inspiration and education of the people of california by helping to preserve the state s extraordinary biological diversity, protecting its most valued natural and cultural resources, and creating opportunities. Aug 30, 2015 sunday drive to portola redwoods state park.
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