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Our diverse parks and beaches have something for everyone. Find your next adventure!
Visit Big Basin Redwoods State Park
Many trails are open! Come enjoy Big Basin. Make a reservation to visit.
Shop Wilder Ranch Merch
Support the flood recovery efforts at Wilder Ranch State Park when you shop online
Castro Adobe Open House Tours
Visit Castro Adobe State Historic Park during a monthly open house event.
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Backcountry Trail Camps provide an incredible wilderness experience in the backyard of the Bay Area. Plan a backpacking trip and explore for yourself.
BACKPACK
Pay tribute to a loved one, celebrate a milestone or demonstrate community support with a Tribute Table.
GIFT
Improving the resilience of our coastline starts with studying coastal processes, planning for change, and adapting to new conditions.
LEARN
Turn your used vehicle into support for local state parks and beaches — arrange a donation today.
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Our Mission, Our Passion
Our local parks and beaches: thriving and available to all!
Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks (Friends) is a vital partner with California State Parks, creatively working to ensure our cherished local parks and beaches are thriving and available to all. Friends’ innovative and collaborative community partnership provides support and investment for education, equity and inclusion, conservation, facilities improvements, historic preservation and cultural events.
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Happy Earth Day 💚
This Earth Day, we’re celebrating the California State Parks along the San Mateo Coast, where coastal cliffs, windswept beaches, and stunning sunsets remind us why we love this planet.
Whether you’re hiking a State Park trail or simply pausing to appreciate the world around you, we encourage you to enjoy and connect with nature today and everyday!
📍 Quiroste Tribal Land
Image: A vivid orange and pink sunset over the ocean and island at Año Nuevo State Park.
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🏕️ As we gather stories from our beloved visitors, volunteers, and staff, we often hear echoes of the "way we were."
❤️ Though Big Basin has faced its challenges, the heartwarming memories continue to shine bright.
🦌 While we may not restore every feature of the past, we are dedicated to creating a sanctuary where humans, wildlife, and nature can thrive together, making new memories along the way.
📋 We invite you to share your thoughts and dreams for the future of the park by participating in our survey linked in our bio. Your voice matters!
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Coyotes prowl the hills, harbor seals lounge on the shore, and coastal birds fill the skies — Wilder Ranch is teeming with life, from the bluffs to the bay. 🐺🦭🐦 What wildlife have you spotted at Wilder Ranch State Park? 👀
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On this Earth Day, we're celebrating the beauty of our state parks and beaches. Friends is committed to conserving and protecting the natural environment found in our backyard. 🌎💚🌱
🙏 Thank you to the community for the support and donations over the years.
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Discover the creative spirit of Melody Joy Overstreet!
A poet, artist, printer, and weaver, she merges art, education, and land stewardship in inspiring ways. With her work showcased both locally and globally, she’s made an impactful statement in the art community.
Melody shared her experience: "The Art About has inspired me to think deeply about my interrelationship with place."
Join us in celebrating her journey and the beauty of creativity intertwined with nature. We can’t wait to hear your thoughts on future art projects in our park community!
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