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.
64 locals recommend
Castle Rock State Park
15451 CA-35One 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.
230 locals recommend
Big Basin Redwoods State Park
21600 Big Basin WayOne 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.
335 locals recommend
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
101 N Big Trees Park RdShort 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.
58 locals recommend
Roaring Camp, Big Trees and Pacific Railroad Station
North Big Trees Park RoadTake 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 :)
33 locals recommend
Loch Lomond Recreation Area
100 Loch Lomond WaySerene 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.
167 locals recommend
Capitola Beach Company
131 Monterey AveMore 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.
48 locals recommend
Hakone Estate and Gardens
21000 Big Basin WayBeautiful 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.
168 locals recommend
Rancho San Antonio County Park
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.
18 locals recommend
Boulder Creek
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
Tae's Edo Sushi Bar
13271 CA-9Great 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.
20 locals recommend
Redwood Pizzeria
6205 CA-9Hands down the best Pizza Pie in the region! Good micro brews and area to sit outside and play ping pong.
Taqueria Vallarta
893 41st AveGreat Local Mexican joint! Solid burritos and chips and salsa.
Ben Lomond Market
9440 Mill StGo to groceries if you want selection and fresh produce!
Fresh and sustainable food! Some great vegan options and healthy ingredients for cooking.
89 locals recommend
Wild Roots Market
13159 Central AveFresh 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.
12 locals recommend
The Tree House Cafe
13266 Main StreetIncredible Biscuits and gravy along with Santa Cruz coffee roasters coffee. Delicious and quick breakfast on your way to Sant Cruz.
Entertainment
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park
400 Beach StFun 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.
41 locals recommend
Felton Music Hall
6275 Hwy 9Great place to catch a local or touring national on occasion. Great sounding room with moderately priced beverages. Good local and friendly vibe.