Lighthouse History Walk

Pigeon Point Lighthouse Station Historic Park 210 Pigeon Point Road, Pescadero

Take a trip back in time while exploring the rocky coast of California on this short 0.75 mile walk. Learn about historic shipwrecks and the significance of the lighthouse, which helps to guide vessels to their final destination today. Meet in the parking lot. Reservations: https://santacruzstateparks.as.me/schedule.php For more info, please call (650) 879-2120

Gray Whale Cove Trail Walk

McNee Ranch at Montara N Peak Access Rd, Montara

Join State Park Docents for a two-hour hike along the scenic Gray Whale Cove Trail at State Parks’ McNee Ranch at Montara. Enjoy a moderate 2-mile hike overlooking the California coast. From the trail, you will be able to view the evidence in the landscape of the Ocean Shore Railroad and bunkers left over from […]

Free

Burleigh Murray Ranch Walk

Half Moon Bay State Beach 95 Kelly Avenue, Half Moon Bay, CA

Join State Park Docents on a leisurely two-hour walk. Take a journey back in time along Mills Creek at Burleigh H. Murray Ranch State Park. This walk will be a 2.5 miles round trip hike with only a small gain in elevation. Along the way you will learn about the lives of early pioneers and […]

Free
Event Series Concrete Ship History Walk

Concrete Ship History Walk

Seacliff State Beach 201 State Park Drive, Aptos

Learn about Seacliff State Beach’s fascinating history on this 1-mile, 1-hour stroll to the Aptos Creek Bridge and back. Get the lowdown on the Concrete Ship, the development of Aptos, “The Madman of Seacliff,” and much, much more. Bring water and layered clothing. Pre-registration required at www.santacruzstateparks.as.me. Meet at the shaded picnic tables next to […]

Free

First Day Hike with Mike!

Portola Redwoods State Park 9000 Portola State Park Road, La Honda

Start the year hunting for goose pens with longtime docent Mike on his guided First Day Hike at Portola Redwoods SP! He’ll take you to the Old Tree and back, plus a little more if there’s time! Meet at 11am at the Visitor Center. Bring closed-toe shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, plenty of water, snacks, and a […]

Free
Event Series Guided Coastal Walk

Guided Coastal Walk

Wilder Ranch State Park 1401 Coast Road, Santa Cruz, CA

On 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 if available. Meet next to park map in Wilder Ranch main parking lot. Rain cancels. Vehicle day-use fee is $10. For more information, call (831) 426-0505. Spaces […]

Free

Redwoods and a River

Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park 101 Big Trees Park, Felton, CA, United States

Meander through the redwood forest and down River Trail to Cable Car Beach with a knowledgeable docent. On the way, you will experience two of the park’s ecosystems, discuss redwood and river ecology, and see wildlife of both ecosystems. Bring water, snacks, and layered clothing. Meet at visitor center. Free event. Vehicle day-use fee is […]

Free
Event Series Old-Growth Redwood Tours

Old-Growth Redwood Tours

Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park 101 Big Trees Park, Felton, CA, United States

Are there different kinds of redwoods? How do coastal redwoods grow to become the tallest organisms on earth? Why are there so few old growth trees left? Learn the answer to these questions and more every Saturday when you take a walk through the wondrous old-growth forest with a knowledgeable and enthusiastic docent. Meet at […]

Free
Event Series Historic Ranch Ground Tours

Historic Ranch Ground Tours

Wilder Ranch State Park 1401 Coast Road, Santa Cruz, CA

Discover what life was like a century ago on this innovative dairy ranch. This hour-long tour includes the 1896 water-powered machine shop, barns and other historic buildings. Vehicle day-use fee is $10. For more information, call (831) 426-0505. Spaces are limited and early pre-registration is recommended. Attendees are required to self-screen for COVID-19 symptoms when […]

Free

Pescadero Marsh Guided Walk

Pescadero State Park HWY 1, Pescadero

Join State Park Docents on an easy two-hour stroll on the mile-long Sequoia Audubon Trail through the Pescadero Marsh. Learn about the fascinating human history of the Marsh from the days of the Ohlone to the present. Discover the byways of the Pescadero and Butano Creeks as they flow through this restored marsh to meet […]

Free
Event Series Food Pantry

Food Pantry

St Phillip The Apostle Episcopal Church 5271 Scotts Valley Drive, Scotts Valley, CA, United States

Choose food items from a shopping menu and they will be bagged for you Anyone in need is welcomed; no questions asked.