Things to do & places to visit in Felton, California, United States

Felton, in the San Lorenzo Valley, offers up scenic redwood drives, Roaring Camp Railroads, and the beautiful San Lorenzo River. Biking, hiking and equestrian trails, campgrounds, picnic areas, and a combined 80 miles of trails are accessible at nearby state parks. While here, make sure to visit the famous Felton Covered Bridge and the Bigfoot Museum. Other features include local wineries, antique stores and galleries that adorn the nearby towns.

Felton city in California, United States. Timezone: America/Los_Angeles, current date and time: Friday, May 03, 2024, 16:15.

Top things to do (18)

• Wineries & Vineyards
• Hiking Trails
• Spas
• Convention Centers
• Scenic Railroads
• Hiking & Camping Tours
• Nature & Wildlife Areas
• Bars & Clubs
• Nature & Wildlife Tours
• Bodies of Water
• Concerts
• Speciality Museums
• Multi-day Tours
• Scenic Walking Areas
• Parks
• Dinner Theaters
• Sightseeing Tours
• State Parks

Top places to visit (14 attractions)

1. 5.0 Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park (734 reviews)
   - Worth the Drive to Hike Through This Amazing Park
   Spent 1-2 hours State Parks
   
   
   Minutes away from the city, this park has old redwoods. See more..
   
2. 5.0 Spa Santangelo (5 reviews)
   - Relaxing and rejuvenating massage in the mountains.
   Friday: 11:00 AM - 7:00 AM Spent 1-2 hours Spas
   
   
   Private Day Spa Spa Santangelo has hosted overnight and spa guests from all over the world and for many different occasions. What's yours? Not just a day spa but a spa experience! Melissa Santangelo has created a magical sacred space within the mountains of Santa Cruz, CA. Offering holistic spa treatments within a rustic zen cabin on her property. With her attention to detail, she has built a unique space you will want to experience. The space holds a zen peaceful vibe where privacy is key. No other clients will be booked during your spa time. See more..
   
3. 4.5 Roaring Camp & Big Trees Narrow-Gauge Railroad (327 reviews)
   - Must Do Experience!
   Friday: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM Scenic Railroads
   
   
   A train ride into a private redwood stand. See more..
   
4. 4.5 Loch Lomond Recreation Area (14 reviews)
   - Morning Kayak
   Bodies of Water • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Hiking Trails
   
   
   Got here early at 8am to get a kayak, (they only have 4) reasonably priced at $15.00 for 2 hrs. Serene, quiet couples time. We are elderly so getting in and out was difficult especially with bad knees so I would recommend a row boat, the seats are higher and the same price. A beautiful walking path around the shoreline, dogs are ok on a leash but can’t enter the water or boats. We will be back! See more..
   
5. 4.5 Fall Creek Unit (6 reviews)
   - Wonderful place to get back to nature
   Spent 2-3 hours Hiking Trails • Scenic Walking Areas
   
   
   The Fall Creek unit of Henry Cowell State Park can be a little tricky to find but it's worth it. Much of the park sits in a ravine-type environment so you have valleys of lush ferns, small creeks and waterfalls and, of course, towering redwoods. You can hike for as little or as long as you want. Be sure to visit the lime kilns and, if possible, the old barrel mill site. Once in a while they offer a docent-led hike through the area and that's a treat. See more..
   
6. 4.5 Monty’s Log Cabin (3 reviews)
   - Small dive bar
   Spent < 1 hour Bars & Clubs
   Cash bar with an atm. Cool atmosphere. Dog friendly. Sweet patio with darts and a fire pit. Also has a pool table See more..
   
7. 4.5 Hallcrest Vineyards (3 reviews)
   - Kick back and enjoy the sunshine!
   Friday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Wineries & Vineyards
   
   
   In 1987, John Schumacher and his family bought the Hallcrest site, which had been operating as Felton Empire Winery since Chaffee Hall's death. John and his family restored the original Hallcrest name and label. They pursue Chaffee Hall's original crusade to make uncompromised quality wines from the Santa Cruz Mountains. Hallcrest is family owned and operated by the Schumacher's. See more..
   
8. 4.0 Felton Covered Bridge Park (65 reviews)
   - Pleasant surprise!
   Parks
   
   
   We were driving south on CA-9 on a Tuesday & most brew pubs & cafes were closed. So we went to Von’s, bought several picnic items & asked our cashier to recommend a picnic spot. He pointed to the county park across the street so we drove there & had a picnic at the picnic tables with the historic covered bridge as our back drop! It was lovely & we were so surprised that CA even had such a bridge since we normally associate covered bridges with New Hampshire! This one was built in 1892 over the San Lorenzo River & is one of the few remaining in CA. See more..
   
9. 4.0 Bigfoot Discovery Museum (61 reviews)
   - Stop if you can!
   Friday: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Speciality Museums
   
   
   Meeting the owner and hearing his own story of seeing a Bigfoot when he was a child. The displays were cool - footprints, maps of sightings, etc. It was a FUN experience. Worth the stop if you are in the area. There is no fee, but you can donate if you would like. See more..
   
10. 4.0 Cotillion Gardens RV Park (55 reviews)
    - Hidden Gem
    Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Parks
    
    
    Cotillion Gardens RV Park is a family-oriented and pet-friendly camp ground. It is nestled in the Santa Cruz Mountains, surrounded by Redwood Forest, run by a creek fed into San Lorenzo River. It is also conveniently back into the Henry Cowell State Park, is walking distance to the historical Roaring Camp Railroads, and 10mins drive to the Santa Cruz beach. The camp ground offers partial and full hook-up RV sites, tent sites, cabins, along with a swimming pool and a club house for special events, such as family reunion, wedding reception, and group retreat. Year after year, campers come from all over the country for a scenic and tranquil mountain atmosphere, enjoying a real campfire quietly and peacefully under 300ft redwood trees with friends and family. Other great getaway activities include surfing, whale watching, fishing, hiking, biking, wine tasting, and many more. See more..
    
11. 3.5 Don Quixote's International Music Hall (11 reviews)
    - Ownership Change - Now a Steak House
    Spent 2-3 hours Concerts • Dinner Theaters
    Still has concerts. Definitely an upgrade. Don Quixote’s food was awful. The only attraction was the shows. Shiws used thto be at Brookdale lodge until it closed. See more..
    
12. California State Parks Backpacking Adventures (0 review)
    Multi-day Tours • Sightseeing Tours • Hiking & Camping Tours • Nature & Wildlife Tours
    
    
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13. The Satellite (0 review)
    Spent More than 3 hours Convention Centers
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14. Zayante Vineyards (0 review)
    Wineries & Vineyards
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