The Santa Cruz Mountain Tour Loop

0 McR Points

Motorcycle Type : Sport - Touring

I've ridden these roads dozens, if not hundreds, of times. Most of the roads in this area are scenic and twisty. Sometimes traffic is a problem, especially on Hwy 9, but there are other options. In the summer, check out the strange plant that smells like salami!

0 McR Points

Motorcycle Type : Cruiser

If I were you, I'd just take the 17 from San Jose, down to Santa Cruz, onto the 1 then up Bay Street and finish the route. The Summit Road-Soquel/San Jose rd isn't that great. There is just too much traffic on those roads, and too many houses opening into the road.

That aside; Bay road, and back up North is great. Stop in Boulder Creek for lunch. Have a blast on the 9 back to the 17. That's where the fun is. Otherwise, I'd look elsewhere for a good day out.

47 McR Points

Motorcycle Type : Adventure Touring

This is a nice route that I ride often as a local. It’s a bit crowded with cars and houses and some businesses, but it’s a nice way to spend a couple hours on my bike. I wouldn’t go out of my way to ride it, but if you’re local it’s a good time and you probably already know about it.