The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park
The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park, located in Aptos, California, offers a serene escape from the bustling towns and beaches along Highway 1. The park features dense second and third growth redwood forests, rugged canyons, and over 30 miles of trails for hiking, jogging, and biking that rise steeply from sea level to coastal mountains exceeding 2,600 feet in elevation.
This environmentally significant park, which honors Nisene Marks, a nature-loving benefactor, serves as a testament to forest regeneration with remnants of its historical logging industry still present. Visitors can enjoy picnicking near Aptos Creek while exploring the park's unique landscape that is recovering from a past of clearcutting, showcasing the resiliency of nature.
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