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Informational messages for the Central Coast of California
Informational messages for Santa Cruz County
   
     
   
   
Boulder Creek
 

There's nothing quite as pleasant as escaping the Bay area traffic and taking a drive over Highway 9 towards Santa Cruz.Trails, parks, wineries and small communities filled with amazing art galleries are tucked away around corners and hills.

The first town you come to is Boulder Creek. Large enough for motels and restaurants, but small enough to have charm. You can spend a pleasant after noon exploring this area.

 BoulderCreek.org
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www.artandwinegardens.com
If you get a chance, stop by the Art & Wine Gardens. Art, wine tasting for local wineries and classes are offered here. Stop in, taste some wine and enjoy the gardens.
Mural by John Ton
The town was started in 1875, a choise site for the logging industry forming here. By 1884, The South Pacific Narrow Gauge Railroad had come into town. Although much of the town was destroyed n the fire of 1891, it was quickly rebuilt and you can see many of the buildings on a walking tour today.

Now the residents tend to be in the service and tourist industry or commute over the hill to the Bay Area.
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