Welcome Back Monarchs Day
Natural Bridges State Beach 2531 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesJoin us in welcoming the monarchs back to the park, where they will spend the winter. Enjoy arts and crafts, active games for kids, live music by the […]
Migration Festival
Natural Bridges State Beach 2531 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesA special event! Fly, swim, waddle, walk, bike, or drive as you migrate to Natural Bridges State Beach for a full day of activities that celebrate the migration […]
Heritage Harvest Festival
Wilder Ranch State Park 1401 Coast Road, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesHave you ever wondered how far an apple will fly? Find out this Saturday, Oct. 14, at the Wilder Ranch State Park Harvest Festival at the inaugural fall […]
The Missing Arm (CANCELED)
Big Basin Redwoods State Park 21600 Big Basin Way, Boulder Creek, CA, United StatesHistory takes a tall tale twist as the saga of an early pioneer unfolds. The silly, slightly haunting tours around the redwood loop trail begin at 7pm. Enjoy […]
148th Anniversary of Pigeon Point Lighthouse (CANCELED)
Pigeon Point Light Station State Historic Park 210 Pigeon Point Road, Pescadero, CA, United StatesCelebrate the 148th anniversary of Pigeon Point Light Station with tours, information booths, live music, face painting, children’s activities, a food truck, and a native plant sale. The visitor […]
Holidays on the Ranch (CANCELED)
Wilder Ranch State Park 1401 Coast Road, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesCelebrate the warmth of the holiday season on this day of family fun. Participate in early 20th century holiday crafts and games, decorate cookies, and make wreaths and […]
Heritage Harvest Festival
Wilder Ranch State Park 1401 Coast Road, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesHave you ever wondered how far an apple will fly? Find out this Saturday, Oct. 14, at the Wilder Ranch State Park Harvest Festival at the inaugural fall […]
Pigeon Point Light Station SHP Anniversary Celebration
Pigeon Point Light Station State Historic Park 210 Pigeon Point Road, Pescadero, CA, United StatesA fun-filled afternoon is planned for November 18, 2023 as California State Parks and Coastside State Parks Association celebrate the 151st anniversary of the first lighting of the Fresnel […]
Wilder Ranch First Day Hike
Wilder Ranch State Park 1401 Coast Road, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesOn this 2.5 mile family friendly walk, we’ll explore the plants, animals, and geology of our coastal bluffs. Bring water, hat, closed toe shoes, layered clothing, and binoculars […]
History Fair – Santa Cruz State Historic Park
Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park 144 School St., Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesThe annual Santa Cruz County History Fair will be hosted by the Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park on Saturday May 18th from 12-5pm. We will be joined […]