Wilder Ridge Loop: First Day Hike
Wilder Ranch State Park 1401 Coast Road, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesOn this 7-mile challenging hike, we’ll explore the natural and cultural history of the upper hills of Wilder Ranch. This hike includes several descents and ascents. Bring water, […]
History Under the Trees
The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park 600 Aptos Creek Road, Aptos, CA, United StatesDelve into forest history—and prehistory—while walking to the abandoned Loma Prieta townsite and discovering marine fossils deep in the redwood forest. Bring water, snacks, and layered clothing. Meet […]
Skyline to the Sea Bypass Trail
Rancho del Oso Unit 3600 Highway 1, Davenport, CA, United StatesJoin State Parks naturalist Jeremy Lin on a 4-mile natural and cultural exploration of Rancho del Oso. We will begin at stunning Waddell Beach and make our way […]
Light Station Grounds Stroll
Pigeon Point Light Station State Historic Park 210 Pigeon Point Road, Pescadero, CA, United StatesTake a trip back in time while exploring the rocky coast of California on this 0.75-mile walk. Learn about historic shipwrecks and the significance of the lighthouse, which […]
Castle Rock First Day Hike
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park 101 N Big Trees Park Road, Felton, CA, United StatesJoin us on a 1.5-mile, 2-hour hike to Castle Rock and Castle Rock Falls. During this trip, we will discuss Castle Rock’s unique geology, plant diversity, human impacts, […]
Sandhills First Day Hike
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park 101 N Big Trees Park Road, Felton, CA, United StatesJourney to the highest point in the park with a view of the Santa Cruz mountains and Monterey Bay on this 3-mile, 2-hour hike. We will walk under […]
Habitat Hike
Natural Bridges State Beach 2531 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesThere’s a whole lot more than just butterflies at Natural Bridges. On this 2-hour, 1-mile hike, experience the “backcountry” of the beloved park. Witness the diversity of over […]
Sunset Stroll
New Brighton State Beach Capitola, CA, United StatesJoin us for a low tide and sunset stroll on a 2-mile roundtrip adventure from New Brighton State Beach to Capitola. Walking this stretch of beach just before […]
Underwater Parks Day
Natural Bridges State Beach 2531 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesExplore your local Marine Protected Area and see the highest tides of the year! Daily activities for this three-day weekend event will include arts and crafts in the visitor […]
S.S. Palo Alto Centennial History Talk
Learn about the building of the SS Palo Alto and how it came to Seacliff State Beach. Historians Kevin Newhouse and Bob Wall will lead this history talk […]