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California

Bear Mountain and Observation Tower

Scotts Valley, California

9.5 mi

Distance

3,340 ft

Elev. Gain

Loop

Route Type

Difficult

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Bear Mountain and Observation Tower trail is a challenging 9.5-mile loop located in the Scotts Valley area. With a significant elevation gain of 3,340 feet, hikers can expect steep climbs and rewarding views, likely due to the region's hilly terrain. The trail's dirt surface and loop configuration make it a robust adventure for seasoned hikers. While the route reaches a maximum elevation of 271 meters, it offers expansive views typical of California's coastal landscapes.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gain

Elevation Profile

Min:83 ft
Max:271 ft
1,018 ft
1,018 ft
83 ft146 ft208 ft271 ft0.0 mi2.4 mi4.8 mi7.1 mi9.5 mi

Trail Details

Route Type
Loop
Surface
Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

Best Seasons

SpringFall

Highlights

elevation gainscenic views

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

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