The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park
The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park, State park in Santa Cruz, United States.
The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park spans 10,000 acres of redwood forest with a network of trails through dense second-growth woodland.
The land was clear-cut by Loma Prieta Lumber Company from 1883 to 1923 before the Marks family acquired it and donated it in 1963.
The park preserves California's logging heritage through visible remnants of sawmills, railroad tracks, and trestle sites scattered throughout the forest.
Visitors can access over 30 miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding, with designated areas for dogs near the entrance.
The epicenter of the 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake occurred within the park boundaries, making it a site of geological significance.
Location: Santa Cruz County
Inception: 1963
Operator: California Department of Parks and Recreation
Website: https://parks.ca.gov/?page_id=666
GPS coordinates: 37.04460,-121.88500
Latest update: May 12, 2025 09:33
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