Escape to Santa Cruz with Seascape Beach Resort and spend your getaway exploring the California Coast. Plan a day trip to the Santa Cruz redwoods and experience the tallest trees on Earth just a short drive from our resort. Visit The Forest of Nisene Marks, Henry Cowell, or Big Basin Redwoods and immerse yourself in these looming giants reaching over 300 feet into the sky. Walk, bike, or horseback ride among the awe-inspiring redwoods while enjoying the forest's diverse flora and fauna. Pack your bags and create lasting memories surrounded by California’s iconic redwood trees!
The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park
The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park is a great place to start your adventures, home to second and third-growth redwood forests. Hike the Old Growth Loop and walk along the twisted redwood forest and creekside while keeping your eyes peeled for the largest redwood in the park, The Advocate.
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
Best known for its 40-acre grove of old-growth redwood trees, Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park offers something for everyone. Hop on the easy Redwood Grove Loop Trail and stroll through the ancient grove, stopping at the 1,500-foot Freemont Tree along the way. Or take a more challenging route, like the Cowell Highlights Loop, and hike six miles through redwoods, views, and water. Listen to a free audio tour to learn more about the redwoods during your visit!
Big Basin Redwoods State Park
Plan a day trip to California’s oldest state park, Big Basin Redwoods State Park, located in the heart of the Santa Cruz mountains. Explore the largest continuous stand of ancient coast redwoods south of San Francisco and see trees as old as 1,800. Take the .6-mile Redwood Loop Trail and walk through the park's oldest and biggest trees while listening to the sounds of wildlife. Please keep in mind that some trails are still closed after the 2023 river storms and the CZU Lightning Complex Fire of 2020.
Wilder Ranch State Park
Drive to Santa Cruz and explore the hidden redwoods at Wilder Ranch State Park. Explore the single-track Enchanted Loop trail and walk through the park's second-growth coast redwoods. Discover even more redwoods along the Old Cabin, Woodcutter, Long Meadow, and Twin Oaks trails.
Book Your Stay at Our Santa Cruz Hotel
Connect with nature and experience the majestic beauty of the Santa Cruz redwoods during your getaway with Seascape Beach Resort. After your exploration, our oceanfront resort offers the perfect place to rest and recharge. Settle into our Santa Cruz suites or villas and enjoy private balconies, fully-equipped kitchens, and fireplaces. Enjoy even more coastal fun with our resort amenities like pools, walking trails, a private beach, a sports club, and dining locations. Book with us today and experience the natural beauty of the California Coast!
