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Wilder Ranch State Park – Eucalyptus Loop Trail loop from Swift Halt

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Wilder Ranch State Park – Eucalyptus Loop Trail loop from Swift Halt

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Wilder Ranch State Park – Eucalyptus Loop Trail loop from Swift Halt

04:05

43.1km

850m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 15, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 42.2 km for 1 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.36 km

Wilder Ranch State Park

Highlight • Historical Site

Wilder Ranch State Park was formerly a dairy ranch with restored ranch buildings that now serve as a museum. It also offers an extensive trail network for hiking, biking, and horseback riding.

Tip by

23.4 km

This trail provides a pleasant, steady incline that meanders through Wilder Ranch State Park. The area boasts stunning wildflowers, and you'll encounter a pleasant mix of shade and open fields along the way.

Tip by

29.5 km

Eucalyptus Loop Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Eucalyptus Loop is a scenic fire road in Wilder Ranch State Park. The road runs for a little over 3 miles, with sections along Baldwin and Meder Creek.

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35.3 km

University of California, Santa Cruz Water Tanks

Highlight • Structure

Discovering artwork displayed on these water tanks along the trail is a unique and delightful experience. The water tanks are continually repainted, so you can always look forward to a pleasant surprise in the form of new artwork.

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36.7 km

Seep Zone – Chinquapin Road and Fuel Break Road Junction

Highlight • Trail

This area is a steep, gullied region containing numerous springs and seeps (areas where water oozes slowly out of the ground). A diverse range of wildlife, including bobcats, cows, eagles, and squirrels, can be found here.

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41.6 km

Arroyo Seco Canyon

Highlight • Canyon

42.8 km

Companion Bakeshop

Highlight • Cafe

Companion Bakeshop is an organic bakery specializing in brick oven sourdough breads and rustic pastries. They also have a community gathering space that hosts live bluegrass music, baking classes, and a mandolin workshop series.

Tip by

43.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

23.9 km

7.76 km

6.22 km

4.30 km

874 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

30.3 km

11.4 km

1.25 km

149 m

Elevation

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Highest point (360 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

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Friday 8 May

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Wilder Ranch State Park – Eucalyptus Loop Trail loop from Swift Halt

Wilder Ranch State Park

Engelsman Loop Trail

Eucalyptus Loop Trail

University of California, Santa Cruz Water Tanks

Seep Zone – Chinquapin Road and Fuel Break Road Junction

Arroyo Seco Canyon

Companion Bakeshop

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