El Corte De Madera Creek Open Space Preserve
El Corte De Madera Creek Open Space Preserve
El Corte De Madera Creek Open Space Preserve is a 2,908-acre open space preserve located in the Santa Cruz Mountains, characterized by its diverse terrain. The preserve features extensive redwood and mixed evergreen forests, deep canyons, and chaparral-dotted hillsides, providing a varied landscape for outdoor pursuits. It is situated in the upper headwaters of the San Gregorio Creek watershed, contributing to its ecological significance. This environment supports several sports like hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, and more.
96
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4.8
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Average rating
2500
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5.0
(5)
48
hikers
8.78km
02:39
290m
300m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(3)
29
hikers
20.6km
06:13
670m
710m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
29
hikers
11.0km
03:27
450m
440m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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14
hikers
6.47km
01:52
170m
170m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(6)
143
riders
36.3km
04:04
1,150m
1,150m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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57
riders
18.3km
01:55
460m
460m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(11)
158
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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64
riders
10.0km
01:10
350m
350m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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1
runners
5.29km
00:36
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

75
runners
19.5km
02:32
510m
510m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

17
runners
12.9km
01:35
220m
220m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
runners
32.2km
04:14
860m
860m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
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314
riders
30.4km
01:22
310m
310m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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119
riders
59.3km
03:36
1,500m
1,500m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

78
riders
60.2km
03:20
1,210m
1,210m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

25
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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5.0
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57
riders
85.6km
06:15
1,860m
1,860m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

42
riders
58.8km
04:30
1,500m
1,500m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

39
riders
18.3km
01:26
500m
500m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

22
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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9
riders
48.1km
03:34
1,170m
1,170m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
48.2km
03:59
1,300m
1,300m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
13.9km
01:13
440m
440m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
11.9km
01:20
420m
420m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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El Corte De Madera Creek Open Space Preserve offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, jogging, and gravel biking. The preserve features over 34 miles of multiuse trails across its 2,908 acres. It is particularly known for its mountain biking opportunities.
El Corte De Madera Creek Open Space Preserve is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 28,000 visitors sharing their experiences. Routes in the preserve have an average rating of 4.75 out of 5 stars. There are 53 routes available for various sports.
El Corte De Madera Creek Open Space Preserve is renowned for its mountain biking, often referred to as 'Skeggs' by locals. The preserve offers a variety of trails, from challenging downhill runs to steep climbs and purpose-built singletrack. More information can be found in the MTB Trails in El Corte De Madera Creek Open Space Preserve guide.
The preserve offers hearty hiking opportunities through diverse forests, including second-growth and old-growth redwoods. Trails can feel remote and provide a cool, shady environment. For detailed hiking options, consult the Hiking in El Corte De Madera Creek Open Space Preserve guide.
Yes, El Corte De Madera Creek Open Space Preserve offers trails suitable for various ability levels, including moderate paths. Specific easy hikes and family-friendly routes are available. Refer to the Easy hikes in El Corte De Madera Creek Open Space Preserve and Family-friendly hikes in El Corte De Madera Creek Open Space Preserve guides.
The preserve features lush redwood and mixed evergreen forests, including the largest grove of old-growth redwoods in the district. A unique geological highlight is the Tafoni sandstone formation, with intricate honeycomb structures. Certain vantage points also offer coastal views of the Santa Cruz Mountains and the Pacific Ocean.
The provided information does not specify the dog policy for El Corte De Madera Creek Open Space Preserve. Visitors should check the official preserve website or contact the managing district for current regulations regarding pets.
Road cycling is one of the activities available in the preserve. Routes cater to various skill levels and terrain preferences. Detailed information on routes can be found in the Road Cycling Routes in El Corte De Madera Creek Open Space Preserve guide.
Some routes within El Corte De Madera Creek Open Space Preserve are accessible via public transport. Information on hikes starting from bus stations is available. Consult the Hikes from bus stations in El Corte De Madera Creek Open Space Preserve guide for details.
The official website for El Corte De Madera Creek Open Space Preserve is part of the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District site. More information can be found at https://www.openspace.org/maps.
For inquiries related to El Corte De Madera Creek Open Space Preserve, which is managed by the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District, the phone number is +1-650-691-1200.
The preserve features extensive redwood and mixed evergreen forests. These include second-growth redwoods in deep canyons and the largest grove of old-growth redwoods in the district. The diverse forest types contribute to a varied and shaded environment.

