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California
Santa Cruz County
Aptos

Tillman Grove – Top of the Incline loop from Seacliff State Beach

Routes
Running trails & routes
United States
California
Santa Cruz County
Aptos

Tillman Grove – Top of the Incline loop from Seacliff State Beach

Hard

4.6

(3305)

6,068

runners

Tillman Grove – Top of the Incline loop from Seacliff State Beach

02:26

19.4km

340m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 19, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1.61 km

Viewpoint

Viewpoint

2

2.54 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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3

2.54 km

The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park provides a picturesque backdrop for (trail) running enthusiasts. The park offers a network of diverse trails, weaving through redwood groves and along the Aptos Creek.

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4

2.62 km

Bench by Aptos Creek

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The Aptos Creek Road winds through The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park. It is worth parking up your bike and spending some time here to explore the network of trails through Redwood forests and along Aptos Creek.

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5

6.58 km

Aptos Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Aptos Creek Trail is well marked and easy to follow. It follows the creek for several miles, with easy access to the watercourse.

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6

9.62 km

Top of the Incline

Highlight • Viewpoint

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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7

16.3 km

Terrace Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

One of several natural-surface multi-use trails in these woods, occasionally butting up against Aptos Creek as they wind through the (relatively) young redwoods.

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19.4 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.4 km

3.93 km

2.15 km

Surfaces

17.3 km

1.13 km

1.02 km

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