Redwood Grove Loop Walk
Big Basin Redwoods State Park 21600 Big Basin Way, Boulder Creek, CA, United StatesHow do these grand redwoods grow to be so old? So tall? How are they important to humans? Join us for this fun and informative guided half-mile stroll […]
Redwood Grove Loop Walk
Big Basin Redwoods State Park 21600 Big Basin Way, Boulder Creek, CA, United StatesHow do these grand redwoods grow to be so old? So tall? How are they important to humans? Join us for this fun and informative guided half-mile stroll […]
Open House at the Castro Adobe: Festivos en el Rancho!
Castro Adobe State Historic Park 184 Old Adobe Road, Watsonville, CA, United StatesPlease bring your family and join us as we celebrate the season at our adobe. Warm up with some traditional hot chocolate from our cozy cocina, make new […]
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, […]
Sandhills to Observation Deck First Day Hike
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park 101 N Big Trees Park Road, Felton, CA, United StatesExperience the great biodiversity of Henry Cowell on this easy 3-mile, 2.5-hour hike. We will hike through the Sandhills, a habitat unique to Santa Cruz County, as well […]
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 […]
Slate Creek Trail
Portola Redwoods State Park 9000 Portola State Park Road, La Honda, CA, United StatesLearn about unique history on this 6-mile, 4-hour moderate hike through pristine redwood forest to the Page Mill site and back. As wildflowers disappear, mushrooms begin to emerge […]
Sandhills, the New Acquisition First Day Hike
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park 101 N Big Trees Park Road, Felton, CA, United StatesCome explore the new Sandhills acquisition at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park on this 3-mile, 2 hour hike. See the hidden treasures and unique geology, plants, and animals […]