Cotoni-Coast Dairies Triple Loop
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I was considering Uvas Canyon County Park Nibbs Knob and Waterfall Loop but forecast is 70s to 90 degrees and buggy there this Wednesday. So let's stick closer to home where it will be much cooler and hike our beautiful Cotoni-Coast Dairies Triple Loop.
Cotoni-Coast Dairies is an onshore unit of the California Coastal National Monument. Near Davenport in Santa Cruz County, Cotoni-Coast Dairies extends from the steep slopes of the Santa Cruz Mountains to the marine coastal terraces overlooking the Pacific Ocean. For more information see:
https://www.santacruz.org/blog/spotlight-on-parks-cotoni-coast-dairies/
We'll meet at the parking lot, where the trailhead is. See map pin below. Bathrooms are there but they are not always open/unlocked.
Length: 9.17 miles Elevation Gain: 1371 feet
Route Type: loop x 3 Hike Time: 3-4 hours
Effort: Challenging /Difficult (see Photo below)
Bring water (1-2 liters), snacks, tick/poison oak protection, hiking shoes with good tread, any anticipated first aid needs and your love for adventure!
**Safety: Please keep in mind that you always hike at your own risk and you are ultimately responsible for your own safety.**
Take a few moments and refer to the frequently updated Soquel SoleMates Hiking Group general description ("What We're About") for important information about this group. Soquel Soulmates Hiking Group
https://www.meetup.com/soquel-solemates-hiking-group/
I hope to see you there!
Jill :)
Please RSVP only if you are committed to attend. Reevaluate your availability a few days before the hike and withdraw at that time if you can no longer commit. This allows others to attend.