The Redwood House Guidebook

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The Redwood House Guidebook

Sightseeing

One of the most lush hikes in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Bring comfy shoes and plenty of water. Some bouldering opportunities in the west rim on the skyline side.
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Castle Rock State Park
15451 CA-35
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One of the most lush hikes in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Bring comfy shoes and plenty of water. Some bouldering opportunities in the west rim on the skyline side.
One of the most iconic and beautiful forests of giant redwoods in the state. *Currently closed from wild fires a couple years ago. Reopening soon fingers crossed.
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I-Big Basin Redwoods State Park
21600 Big Basin Way
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One of the most iconic and beautiful forests of giant redwoods in the state. *Currently closed from wild fires a couple years ago. Reopening soon fingers crossed.
Short skip over to Felton from Boulder Creek is this ancient forest of Redwoods. Pretty flat and family friendly.
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Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
101 N Big Trees Park Rd
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Short skip over to Felton from Boulder Creek is this ancient forest of Redwoods. Pretty flat and family friendly.
Take the Kiddos on an exit Steam Train ride through the redwoods. Amazing for families and kiddos.
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Roaring Camp, Big Trees and Pacific Railroad Station
North Big Trees Park Road
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Take the Kiddos on an exit Steam Train ride through the redwoods. Amazing for families and kiddos.
Serene and beautiful mountain lake for fishing, hiking and boating. Great place to take kids fishing in a little canoe style boat. My son caught his first here :)
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Loch Lomond Recreation Area
100 Loch Lomond Way
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Serene and beautiful mountain lake for fishing, hiking and boating. Great place to take kids fishing in a little canoe style boat. My son caught his first here :)
More chill and relaxed with a cool vibe. Pizza my heart slices on the beach with a stroll down the pier are recommended.
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Capitola Beach Company
131 Monterey Ave
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More chill and relaxed with a cool vibe. Pizza my heart slices on the beach with a stroll down the pier are recommended.
Beautiful Japanese garden to stroll and take in. Cost is minimal and the area of Downtown Saratoga has a good supply of eatery and wine tasting rooms.
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Hakone Estate and Gardens
21000 Big Basin Way
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Beautiful Japanese garden to stroll and take in. Cost is minimal and the area of Downtown Saratoga has a good supply of eatery and wine tasting rooms.
Really easy hike with kids that has a farm to explore with Cows, pigs, chickens and goats. Very easy and fairly flat hike that is good for families.
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Rancho San Antonio County Park
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Really easy hike with kids that has a farm to explore with Cows, pigs, chickens and goats. Very easy and fairly flat hike that is good for families.

Neighborhoods

The vibe and feel of Downtown Boulder Creek is so unchanged since since the early railroad and lumber mill history of the region. Small mountain town vibes with a few great little restaurants.
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Boulder Creek
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The vibe and feel of Downtown Boulder Creek is so unchanged since since the early railroad and lumber mill history of the region. Small mountain town vibes with a few great little restaurants.

Food scene

Great Sushi! Family owned and operated.
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Tae's Edo Sushi Bar
13271 CA-9
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Great Sushi! Family owned and operated.
Hands down the best Pizza Pie in the region! Good micro brews and area to sit outside and play ping pong.
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Redwood Pizzeria
6205 CA-9
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Hands down the best Pizza Pie in the region! Good micro brews and area to sit outside and play ping pong.
Great Local Mexican joint! Solid burritos and chips and salsa.
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Taqueria Vallarta
893 41st Ave
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Great Local Mexican joint! Solid burritos and chips and salsa.
Go to groceries if you want selection and fresh produce!
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Ben Lomond Market
9440 Mill St
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Go to groceries if you want selection and fresh produce!
Fresh and sustainable food! Some great vegan options and healthy ingredients for cooking.
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Wild Roots Market
13159 Central Ave
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Fresh and sustainable food! Some great vegan options and healthy ingredients for cooking.
Incredible Biscuits and gravy along with Santa Cruz coffee roasters coffee. Delicious and quick breakfast on your way to Sant Cruz.
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The Tree House Cafe
13266 Main Street
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Incredible Biscuits and gravy along with Santa Cruz coffee roasters coffee. Delicious and quick breakfast on your way to Sant Cruz.

Entertainment

Fun for the whole family!
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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park
400 Beach St
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Fun for the whole family!
Great place to catch a local or touring national on occasion. Great sounding room with moderately priced beverages. Good local and friendly vibe.
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Felton Music Hall
6275 Hwy 9
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Great place to catch a local or touring national on occasion. Great sounding room with moderately priced beverages. Good local and friendly vibe.