The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park

The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park is a public state park in California near Aptos in Santa Cruz County. Spanning 10,223 acres and established in 1963, this park offers a peaceful retreat into nature for visitors of all ages.

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Location & Getting There

The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park is located near Aptos, California. The park’s coordinates are 37.0500, -121.8833.

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