Ridge Connection Trail
0.8 mi
Distance
456 ft
Elev. Gain
30m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Ridge Connection Trail is a point-to-point trail in The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park, managed by the California Department of Parks and Recreation, in Santa Cruz County, California. It is 0.8 miles long and gains 456 feet. Per OpenStreetMap contributors, it is closed to bikes. The nearest town is Day Valley, California, about 1 mile away in a straight line.
From the trail data on this page. For conditions and closures, see official sources.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 202 ft |
| End | 0.8 mi | 346 ft |
Trail Details
- No dogs
- No bikes
Bike access: OpenStreetMap contributors, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
Official sources & verification
Managed by California Department of Parks and Recreation
Source of truth
- The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park — official page
Park unit page with alerts and visitor information.
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Day Valley, CA · about 1 mi away
- County:
- Santa Cruz County, CA
- Jurisdiction:
- The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park · California Department of Parks and Recreation
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
Verify by phone or mail
- Operator:(831) 763-7063
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