Mount Hermon, CA

Tucked into the redwood forest between Felton and Scotts Valley, Mount Hermon offers a quiet mountain lifestyle in the heart of Santa Cruz County. Much of the community surrounds the historic Mount Hermon Christian conference grounds, which were established in 1906 and still give the area its distinct identity. The neighborhood features a mix of cozy vintage cabins and year-round homes scattered along peaceful, winding lanes shaded by giant trees.

Local students attend schools in the San Lorenzo Valley district, and grocery runs into Scotts Valley or Felton take only a few minutes. Commuters have a straightforward drive to Silicon Valley via Highway 17 or down to the coast in Santa Cruz. Life in the mountains comes with everyday realities like narrow roads, winter storm cleanup, and seasonal camp traffic, but residents enjoy a welcoming atmosphere, cool forest air, and scenic greenery right outside their front doors.