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Tillman Grove – Sand Point Overlook loop from Capitola

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Tillman Grove – Sand Point Overlook loop from Capitola

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2.6

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Tillman Grove – Sand Point Overlook loop from Capitola

03:44

43.4km

770m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 20, 2026

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The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park

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Start point

Bus stop

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9.73 km

Tillman Grove

Highlight • Forest

A peaceful escape surrounded by nature, the towering redwood forest of Nisene Marks' Tillman Grove offers mountain bikers a scenic ride under its lush canopy. Coasting along soft dirt trails, …

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10.3 km

Terrace Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Terrace Hill is one of many trails in the Forest of Nisene Marks State Park. It leads through dense forest along a natural path and is perfectly suited for a little run through the woods.

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17.6 km

At just under 1,000 feet, the aptly named Top of the Incline viewpoint rewards riders with panoramic vistas. From here, the ascent becomes gradual, giving you a chance to pause and appreciate the sweeping coastal views.

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22.4 km

View of the Santa Cruz Coast

Highlight • Viewpoint

There is a bench up here to sit on to relax and enjoy the view of the Santa Cruz coast.

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22.4 km

Sand Point Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

Enjoy this inviting viewpoint as the lush, regenerated forest of towering Redwood and Douglas-fir trees peeks around the corner.

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43.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

25.4 km

13.0 km

2.66 km

1.62 km

713 m

Surfaces

26.5 km

14.9 km

1.84 km

< 100 m

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Highest point (480 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

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Tillman Grove – Sand Point Overlook loop from Capitola

Tillman Grove

Terrace Trail

Top of the Incline

View of the Santa Cruz Coast

Sand Point Overlook

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