Enjoy a relaxing scenic drive up the winding
Santa Cruz shoreline on Hwy. 9 as you enter the small community of
Ben Lomond, hidden amid the dense redwood forest. Ben Lomond lodging choices include the area’s charming Ben Lomond bed and breakfasts or Ben Lomond inns. Beautiful scenery surrounds you in this town of nearly 3,000, and many recreational activities are available for your enjoyment. Nearby Big Basin Redwoods State Park offers opportunities for picnicking, photography, or hiking and bicycling at one of the many trails. This coastal mountain area offers shopping in one of the town’s quaint shops or enjoying a leisurely meal at a hospitable café. Whether you intend to simply stroll through the amazing forest and gaze at the tall redwoods, or if you choose to actively pursue hiking, backpacking, or biking through the area, you will be mesmerized by this wonderful getaway. At the end of the day, your chosen Ben Lomond inn or Ben Lomond bed and breakfast awaits you with comfortable surroundings and more warm hospitality.