Name: EMT, U-Con, Chinquapin, Pipeline
Rating: 4.8

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Smooth, flowing Santa Cruz-style singletrack with great views of the redwood forest. Fun to be found for riders of any skill level.

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No water, no restroom access.

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Park at Golf Club Drive and start on Emma McCrary Trail (EMT). Cross over the Rincon doubletrack and head up U-Con to Chinquapin Trail. Pick up Pipeline behind the (first set of) water towers. End at Twin Gates.

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4.8 from 5 votes

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in Pogonip

#1656

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4.8 from 5 votes

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#2

in Pogonip

#202

in California

#1,656

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Jul 18, 2022 near Pasatiempo, CA

Jul 18, 2022 near Felton, CA

This is the typical quality of the trail in the spring. The 2 muddy spots were at a similar grade/width as this so they're easy to navigate.

Apr 3, 2017 near Pasatiempo, CA

Jan 26, 2023 near Santa Cruz, CA

Top of the ride seems to be the most rewarding

Jul 1, 2018 near Felton, CA

UCSC Upper Campus gate at Empire Grade and Chinquapin Trail.

Jan 26, 2023 near Felton, CA

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EMT, U-Con, Chinquapin, Pipeline

“A nearly 12-mile out-and-back on mostly singletrack. ”

11.7

18.8

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1,121' 342 m

42' 13 m

1,199' 366 m

1,199' 365 m

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Dogs Unknown

E-Bikes Allowed

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Family Friendly Family-friendly, multi-use trails.

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#1656

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#202

#1,656

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