Little Rangers: Secrets of Sand

Natural Bridges State Beach 2531 W. Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

3– to 6–year–olds and their families are invited to play games, listen to stories and songs, and learn about nature! Activities and games vary from week to week, but always cover a topic relevant to Natural Bridges State Beach. Pre–registration required at www.santacruzstateparks.as.me. Meet at the side porch of the visitor center. Parent or caregiver […]

Family Rangers: Super Sand and Local Rock Stories

Natural Bridges State Beach 2531 W. Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

This fun one–hour program for families teaches about a topic focused on Natural Bridges. Children ages 7 through 12 may use this program towards their Junior Ranger awards. Bring layered clothing and good walking shoes. Pre–registration required at www.santacruzstateparks.as.me. Meet at the side porch of the visitor center. Free event. Vehicle day–use fee is $10. […]

Little Rangers: Terrific Tidepool Life

Natural Bridges State Beach 2531 W. Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

3– to 6–year–olds and their families are invited to play games, listen to stories and songs, and learn about nature! Activities and games vary from week to week, but always cover a topic relevant to Natural Bridges State Beach. Pre–registration required at www.santacruzstateparks.as.me. Meet at the side porch of the visitor center. Parent or caregiver […]

Little Rangers: Terrific Tidepool Life

Natural Bridges State Beach 2531 W. Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

3– to 6–year–olds and their families are invited to play games, listen to stories and songs, and learn about nature! Activities and games vary from week to week, but always cover a topic relevant to Natural Bridges State Beach. Pre–registration required at www.santacruzstateparks.as.me. Meet at the side porch of the visitor center. Parent or caregiver […]

Natural Bridges State Beach: Tide Pool Tour

Natural Bridges State Beach 2531 W. Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Explore our spectacular tidepools on this 1.5 hour guided tour. Meet at the Visitor Center. Bring layered clothing and good walking shoes. Day use fee for vehicles is $10. For more information, please call (831) 423-0871. Spaces are limited and early pre-registration is required. Attendees are required to self-screen for COVID-19 symptoms when pre-registering. Masks […]

Event Series Tidepool Exploration Tour

Tidepool Exploration Tour

Natural Bridges State Beach 2531 W. Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

Explore our spectacular tidepools with a State Parks interpreter or docent on this 1.5 hour guided tour. Bring layered clothing and good walking shoes. Pre–registration required at www.santacruzstateparks.as.me. Meet at the side porch of the visitor center. Children ages 7 and up are welcome, but parent or caregiver must attend with them. Free event. Vehicle […]

Celebrate State Parks Stewardship Day

Natural Bridges State Beach 2531 W. Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

As part of California State Parks Week (June 14–18), make a big difference with a small part of your Friday. Join our community event to remove invasive species while celebrating this Stewardship Day. Bring gloves and tools if you have them. Wear closed toed shoes, long pants, and long sleeves and dress in layers. A […]

Celebrate State Parks Health and Wellness Day

Natural Bridges State Beach 2531 W. Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

As part of California State Parks Week (June 14–18), start your healthy park adventure with 30 minutes of family–friendly, gentle “animal yoga.“ Fun for anyone with a good imagination who wants to do creative stretches while talking about the different animals that live in Natural Bridges. Then hike out to the rocky shelf to explore […]

Little Rangers: Fantastic Frogs

Natural Bridges State Beach 2531 W. Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

3– to 6–year–olds and their families are invited to play games, listen to stories and songs, and learn about nature! Activities and games vary from week to week, but always cover a topic relevant to Natural Bridges State Beach. Pre–registration required at www.santacruzstateparks.as.me. Meet at the side porch of the visitor center. Parent or caregiver […]

Family Rangers: Fantastic Frogs and Our Pond

Natural Bridges State Beach 2531 W. Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States

This fun one–hour program for families teaches about a topic focused on Natural Bridges. Children ages 7 through 12 may use this program towards their Junior Ranger awards. Bring layered clothing and good walking shoes. Pre–registration required at www.santacruzstateparks.as.me. Meet at the side porch of the visitor center. Free event. Vehicle day–use fee is $10. […]