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2.4 miles
Distance
549 ft
Climb
-472 ft
Descent
00:35:01
Avg time
74 ft
Altitude change
113 ft
Altitude min
628 ft
Altitude max
303 ft
Altitude start
377 ft
Altitude end
0.6%
Grade
-26.2%
Grade max
36.3%
Grade min
1 mile
Distance climb
1 mile
Distance down
876 ft
Distance flat
00:35:01
Avg time
Rincon Road Details
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- Trail Running
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Riding AreaHenry Cowell Redwoods State Park
Santa Cruz, California -
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Local Popularity20 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 10 in E-Biking
- 55 in Trail Running
- 40 in Hiking
- 5 in Horseback
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Trail TypeDirt/Gravel Road
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Bike TypeXC, Gravel
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike AllowedYes up to Class 1
Connector to the Rincon parking pullout on Hwy 9. Can be quite steep in some places. There is a mandatory river crossing and can be quite deep depending on the time of year.
Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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- 19 miles average
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- 19 miles avg distance
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- 27 rides
- Last: Jun 19, 2026
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Directions to rincon-road trailhead
(37.012270, -122.053700)
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Nearby Trails
- Rincon Connector Trail 0 ft
- Diversion Dam Trail 1,841 ft
- Big Rock Hole Trail 3,107 ft
- East Road 1 mile
- University Connector Trail 1 mile
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rincon Road
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Where is Rincon Road located?
Rincon Road is located in Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, Santa Cruz, California, United States. It is part of the Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 37.01227, -122.0537.
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What is the elevation gain for Rincon Road?
Rincon Road has 549 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 472 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 113 ft to 628 ft.
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How long is Rincon Road?
Rincon Road is 2.4 miles long. The trail type is dirt/gravel road.
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Are dogs allowed on Rincon Road?
Yes, dogs are allowed on Rincon Road. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
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