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Santa Cruz County

Bear Mountain – Cathedral Grove loop from Paradise Park

Routes
Mountain biking trails
United States
California
Santa Cruz County

Bear Mountain – Cathedral Grove loop from Paradise Park

Hard

4.7

(1253)

14,637

riders

Bear Mountain – Cathedral Grove loop from Paradise Park

01:14

13.1km

240m

Mountain biking

Hard mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 28, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

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1

4.01 km

Bear Mountain

Highlight • Summit

In the 1800s, steam locomotives were used to transport giant redwood logs out of the mountains. Along the trail, you can still see remnants of this historical activity, as well …

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2

7.57 km

Cathedral Grove

Highlight • Forest

Today, this area is a protected stand of Redwoods, but as you walk along the trail you are bound to come across the remnants of a once booming industry based on the cutting and selling of these magnificent trees.

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13.1 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.09 km

4.06 km

1.31 km

607 m

Surfaces

7.44 km

4.06 km

1.20 km

372 m

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Highest point (240 m)

Lowest point (120 m)

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Description

If you're eyeing the "Bear Mountain – Cathedral Grove loop from Paradise Park" for your next mountain biking adventure, it's crucial to know that while Bear Mountain offers fantastic riding, a loop specifically including Cathedral Grove is not permitted for bikes. However, this particular Komoot route, rated difficult, still delivers a challenging 8.1 miles (13.1 km) with 797 feet (243 metres) of elevation gain, typically completed in 1 hour and 14 minutes. This makes it a solid pick for experienced riders seeking a vigorous, relatively quick mountain bike session in the Bear Mountain area.

What to expect on Bear Mountain – Cathedral Grove loop from Paradise Park

While the named loop isn't viable, the Bear Mountain area itself provides a diverse network of mountain biking trails. Expect to navigate varied terrain, from technical singletrack winding around natural obstacles like trees and large rocks to machine-groomed flow trails with berms and jumps. You'll be immersed in dense west-coast forests, crossing quiet creeks and enjoying scenic views as you tackle the challenging sections. This route is best suited for confident mountain bikers ready for a demanding ride.

Planning your visit

Accessing the trails at Bear Mountain often requires consent and signing a waiver, as many are part of the Bear Mountain Resort's private land network. There is no specific

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