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Byrne-Milliron Forest

Dog-friendly Mountain Hiking

  • 402

    Total Acres
  • 10

    Miles of Phase 1 Trails
  • 250Ft

    Height of 1,000-year-old Great White redwood
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Byrne outlook
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Why This Land Is Preserved

This magical, 400-acre wood was one of our first public access properties. The Byrne portion of the property became a part of the Land Trust in 1984, and Milliron (pronounced just as the two separate words ‘mill’ and ‘iron’) in 2008. Located in Corralitos, the forest is a lovely place to hike and explore, with panoramic views of the Pajaro Valley and Monterey Bay. 

Home to the 1,000-year-old, 250-foot tall “Great White” redwood, Byrne-Milliron is more than a destination – it is also a working forest – an example of how sustainable selective timber harvesting sequesters more carbon and generates revenue to help offset the cost of maintaining the property. We take pride in making the property available to its members and the public.

Trail Map

Byrne-Milliron Forest is the perfect example of connecting wildlife and people to the natural world. Hiking is available through a series of interconnected dirt roads and foot trails.

Download the PDF

Available Activities

  • Hiking
  • Dog Walking
  • Bird Watching

Register Your Visit Before Hiking, Dog Walking, or Birding

All visitors are required to register their visit. 

809 Browns Valley Rd,
Corralitos, CA 95076

Parking lot at the end 
of Byrne Forest Driveway

Hours of Operation
Sunrise - Sunset

We are excited to see you on the trails. Please respect this private property by following all rules:

  • Visitors and dogs must stay on trails – no off-trail use allowed.

  • No cyclists or equestrians allowed on trails.

  • No motor vehicles or e-bikes allowed on trails.

  • All plants, animals and fungi are protected. No collecting please.

  • No open flames or smoking.

  • Picnic only in designated areas. Keep the forest crumb-clean!

More Information and Updates

Discover the history of this location and check back for news on future projects.

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