Entrance Station
664-784 Aptos Creek Fire Road, Aptos, CA 95003
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The Entrance Station is a local government office located at 664-784 Aptos Creek Fire Road in Aptos, California, United States. This station serves as the gateway to The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park, a beautiful natural retreat in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Visitors can enjoy picnicking near Aptos Creek, hiking, jogging, or biking on 30 miles of trails that wind through the park's redwood forest. The park is a testament to regeneration, as the land has healed itself after being clear-cut during a logging frenzy in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The park is named after Nisene Marks, a nature-loving mother whose family donated the land to the state in the 1960s with the stipulation that it never be developed. Visitors can learn about the park's history, wildlife, and conservation efforts through guided hikes, interpretive talks, and volunteer trail crew opportunities. The park also offers naturalist-led backpacking trips and educational programs for the public. There is an $8 vehicle day-use fee to enter the park, and certain restrictions apply to bicycles, dogs, and horses in specific areas of the park. The Entrance Station provides information on park rules, fees, and upcoming events, making it a valuable resource for visitors looking to explore The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park.
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"Very easy to get to and worth the effort. Short and long hikes on well-marked trails through magnificent redwood, douglas fir, pepperwood and oak forests. Birdwatching opportunities especially along the creek. Dark-eyed juncoes were numerous along the trail near the parking lot, boldly taking prominent positions to distract hikers from their nearby nests."
"We had one day to sightsee on our way from Monterey to San Francisco. So glad we chose to explore this park! Found so many interesting mushrooms. We didn't hike far because we were looking at details you'd miss going fast. A few other people, not busy. A beautiful forest."
"A delightful place to hike with your best friend. Gigantic trees and make-shift bridges to cross the stream make this a wonderful hike. Cooper gives it 5 wags."
"Awesome, simply awesome. Very close to nature, well maintained trail. Some of the trail are 2 miles round trip but very close to the nature. Parking is limited and has to pay $8 per vehicle. It has small water flow which is very kids friendly. They can play with water in summer. Noticed some school kids who went there for school field trip. Overall a great place for day out and relaxation. Loving it and highly recommended."
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