The beauty of this place is amazing. It is very picturesque. A bit windy in February, but would be a great place for a picnic. I went on the weekend in February and I believe it was $10 to park. You could have not paid and parked on the side of the road but that was a bit of a hike. Sweeping views, and the organic farm was really nice to pass by. The smell, the air, the views .. it doesn't get any better.

I hiked this park on 8/14/2022. It costs $10 for parking, it has clean bathroom at the trailhead, and some picnic tables. It was an easy hike, very flat, with amazing views of the coastline from up high, and the coastal trail was stunning with cliffs, edges, and a big waves crashing, I loved the sounds of it , I saw plenty of pelicans, seals, gulls, geese. 99.9% of the trail is exposing to the sun, so it could be hot in summer days, and the trail surface is dirt, sand, and rocks. Don’t forget to check out a little cave, it is dynamic photo opportunity. I’m absolutely in love with it, I will come back.

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The bluff trail is very scenic. The ranch buildings give a vision of the past. The back country trails were closed when I visited. When they are open they have access to meadows and some redwoods. The back country trails are not steep. There are normally a lot of mountain bikes.

We spent an hour, trekking along the Ohlone bluff trail. We got there early and found good parking. Love the ocean waves crashing into the cliffs and beaches.

Good one for hiking. Need to take tens of minutes to walk to the see shore. If drive in then you need to pay the parking ticket. Last time I just left my car street parking along the highway 1.

This place is good to walk beside the ocean and see all the unimaginable landscape. Is like a oil painting!!! And you can smell the salt and feel better. The parking price is $10 usd per day but you always can choose to buy an annual pass and is wonderful!!!

This is one of my favorite places off Highway 1. It's peaceful! I have gone in groups and I have gone alone. Parking lot is $10 or you can park outside park entrance for free and walk into the park. Weekdays are empty but weekends are busy. Always have layers to be prepared because weather can be unpredictable. No shade, so sun block or a hat is a good idea. The walk is easy and you can make it as long as you want. I don't do the loop up the mountain because I love being closer to the water. There are multiple places you can sit and enjoy the waves. If you want more of a challenge or work out, do the 9 miles or so loop up the mountain and back down to the beach. After a good time there, I often head to Davenport for lunch. Then to get some dessert at the Swanton Strawberry Farm for a strawberry shortcake OR cheesecake OR both lol it's a beautiful ride, Take advantage of it. ***Tip: if you have a whole day, take a long drive. What I do: from San Jose, I drive to Pacifica, making stops along the way. Take Highway 1 to santa cruz, making stops along the way. And, from santa cruz, Highway 17 back home. Restrooms only at 2 parking lots. No restrooms throughout trail. Also, no soap, just water to wash hands. Good practice to have small soap or hand sanitizer. I would definitely stay longer if they had restrooms along the trail.

Miles and miles of hikes with coastal trails, prairie trails and redwood forest trails. Can park either in the official lot for 10 bucks or can park on the side of highway 1 at certain cutouts.

The ocean side walks besides the cliffs are stunning. Great views from above the cliffs but be cautious when stepping close to edges. The actual part of the walking trails are on the other side of the highway. Relax and peaceful walk and much less crowded than many other nearby areas. Hardly any beach access but worth a visit.

$10 to park. BEAUTIFUL place. We hiked into the hills, looped around to 4 mile beach and took the Ohlone Bluff Trail back. There are so many trails if you head into the country. Watch out for mountain bikes. More bikes than hikers. The Enchanted Trail is amazing. The views are unforgettable. Lots of sun & wind near the coast

A beautiful state park just outside Santa Cruz. The walk along the bluff (Ohlone Bluff trail) is great. A lot of people ride their bikes too, and that's a smart choice because the trail is long. There isn't a cutback to the parking lot that I saw so we doubled back halfway through our walk because we had a 6 year old with us who wouldn't have made the whole long walk. We did get to see a bunch of seals resting on a beach (inaccessible) so that was a plus. There are two other beaches on the trail with fairly easy access. No restroom on the trail other than at the parking lot and no food service at all. Take water, something to snack on, and enjoy the bluff. Parking is $10.

This place.. Was quite something for a beachside "state park". From hiking & bike trails, to never ending bluffs sprawling with tide pools, lagoons and hodde n coves for days. We only biked a few miles as the weather knowingly shifted yet it was absolutely epic in every way. I can only imagine how pretty a sunset ride could be. All this and & So much more to explore!!

Very spacious and diverse park. Includes several hill trails, coastal trails, and sandy beaches. The trails are shared with mountain bikers. Very little shade, but ocean breeze helps to tolerate California sun. Lots of parking - on the highway, and in designated parking lots; however, the parking may be difficult during the heat waves.

If your looking for beaches and hiking this is the place. The views are great and the hiking is fun and gets the blood flowing.

This park was the perfect place to lead a group hike to close out our 2.5 day Leadership Retreat held in Santa Cruz. It has clear trails that are easy to moderate. The trail that my group and I explored led us to incredible scenic views. So relaxing and refreshing! Upon entry into the park there are clean bathrooms and picnic tables. Parking is available as well. Overall, the Old Cove Landing Trail is great for hikers that are looking for something more relaxing/ easy and scenic then challenging and strenuous. Please note- we did not complete the entire loop due to time constraints. But this was my experience up to the edge by the ocean. There are more challenging trails in the park. This park is definitely recommended. As a New Yorker who was visiting the area, it made me love California even more.

First time visiting here and it was great. Fun learning a little bit about the history of the area. The park is way bigger than I thought, we only did a small coastal section. Hiked most of the bluffs trail and was beautiful. It can be long, but pretty easy also because most of it has no elevation changes. The park people we delt with were very friendly. The parking lot fills up fast! Will be back for sure!

Beautiful place great walking trails does not have beach access

There's a $10 entrance fee. As you stroll along the coastal cliff, the walk is effortless, and the views are breathtaking.

We went on a Monday morning and did the Old Cove Landing Trail. The Trail was very manageable (mostly on flat grounds) and we enjoyed our time admiring the nice coastal scenery. A nice park to bird watch and there are even seals! 🦭

A great place, for hiking, biking and trail riding. They had lots of room for the horse trailer and the staff was super nice. Gorgeous views clear to Monterey on a clear day!

Wow. Nothing else to say ☺️❤️

AMAZING EXPERIENCE!!! My husband and I got here on a Saturday around 9am and the main parking lot was already pretty packed. We walked along the sea cliffs and were in awe of how beautiful this park is. The trail we were on doesn’t loop back to the parking lot so we had to backtrack which was pretty tiring, but the weather and the park views made it ok! Make sure to bring water, cash for parking, and some snacks because this can be a daily event!

Nice coastal trail with great views of the Pacific coastline. Bluffs and cliffs are unstable, so it's best to keep off the edge. It takes about an hour to hour and half to complete the coastal trail loop. Scarce shade along the trail, so sunscreen is recommended. Also, it may get windy as this is right next to the coast.

Nice park to visit if you like the ocean scene. It is an easy all flat walk. The path is shared with bikes. It cost 10 dollars to park inside. You can park outside on the main road and save 10 dollars.

A beautiful coastal area to explore. We planned to hike to Fern grotto beach via old cove landing trail but kids got tired after a mile and we turned back. But this trail was very interesting. Spotted bunnies, tons of ladybugs and wildflowers. Parking is $10. The coastal views left us in awe. A must visit.

Great walk along the Ocean. Can be a little breezy. Take your jacket. Short loop, long loop, it's up to you. You can also grab your picnic and enjoy your food on the beach / in a creek.

Walking the Old Landing Cove Trail is a spectacular way to spend a few hours. The views along the coast along cliffs plummeting into the sea are spectacular. There is a herd of sea lions lounging on the rocks, and a few hidden beaches to play Robinson Crusoe.

It has two distinct sides for hiking. The coastal bluff trail and the trails going up the hill. Both trail have stunning views. The ranch itself is great and has occasionally access to the historic buildings. There are some farm animals outside such as chickens. We also saw goats.

Always stunning. Can park on side of road by entrance and hike in just before the turn off but not expensive to go in otherwise. Can get really crowded on weekends and especially on holidays. Great flat running trail with easy turn backs depending on how far you wanna go.

Definitely one of my favourite state beaches near Santa Cruz. Get their early at the weekend as the parking lot fills up quickly. Enjoy the 2.5 mile circular hike that takes you along the sea cliffs, with the opportunity to head down to a hidden, quiet beach. Lots of deals and seabirds to spot. A beautiful park.

Gorgeous place for a run or bike trip. I don't have photos, but there is an old ranch house that displays tools and caridges.

The old cove landing trail is a short and beautiful bluff trail with amazing views. You also get to see seals after a mile. Highly recommend

Wilder Ranch State Park is one of my favorite hiking destinations. Even if you’re not into hiking, there’s plenty to do at this popular nature preserve. There are easy, moderate, and strenuous trails for hikers and mountain bikers alike, both inland and along the coast. I especially enjoy the Ohlone Bluff Trail in the summer when it’s hot inland. Hawks circle overhead, pelicans dive into the chilly water to catch fish, and cormorants sun themselves on rocky outcroppings. There are spectacular picture-perfect ocean vistas of massive cliffs carved by centuries of wave action. Between December and April you might spot migrating grey whales just offshore. I’ve often seen seals lounging on the beaches below as well as sea otters floating nearby. The trails along the bluff are flat but if you’re adventurous you can scramble down to one of several beaches where you can explore a fern grotto (at Marker Post 8) or maybe wade into a tide pool to see the colorful sea anemones at low tide. All-day parking is $10 per car (or $9 for seniors) and it’s worth it if you want to support this amazing park. There are clean restrooms at the parking lot. This former ranch and dairy is also a terrific destination for history buffs. You can stroll around the complex of historic buildings, including an 1859 Gothic Revival farmhouse, a red tile-roofed adobe, and the beautifully preserved Queen Anne Victorian home that California pioneer Deloss Wilder built for his family in 1897. There are plenty of picnic tables. Docents are often available for guided tours on weekends. The water-powered machine shop, built in 1896, is fascinating. Kids will enjoy seeing the farm animals up close. I highly recommend Wilder Ranch State Park. It’s ideal for hiking, biking, families, and especially out-of-town visitors who want a classic Northern California coastal experience.

Old cove trail is a 2.4mile round loop with some pretty great views and a couple of tiny beaches. Went there in may and saw some sea lions lounging. Parking is $10/day.

It was and is a beutifull expirence