The Forest Quarry

The "Forest Quarry" is located at the southwest corner of the Spring tree HOA. It is also known as the "Lower Quarry" or "Dry Quarry".

Historically, it was a minor part of the quarrying operations, and in later years was used as a dumpsite for waste rock. But a planting of redwood trees helped turn this area into a lovely oasis. Some visitors say it feels like SCUBA diving in a "redwood kelp forest!"

Unfortunately, the area has experienced repeated vandalism, camping, fires, and other unsafe behaviors. Even well-meaning visitors face risks of injury from rock falls, unstable terrain, trash from campers, and ankle-twisting ground rock cover. As a result, the board of the Springtree HOA recently decided it needed to restrict access until it can address the public safety issues.

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