Life on the Ranch: A Living History Event

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

As part of California State Parks Week (June 14–18), join us as we celebrate all our park partners and volunteers who help make Wilder Ranch come alive. At this living history event, costumed docents will guide you through the past and take you into historic homes, barns, and workshops. Learn all about our park partners […]

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 […]

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
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

Life on the Ranch: A Living History Event

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

Join us on a trip back in time to experience what life would have been like on a working dairy ranch in the early 1900s. At this living history event, costumed docents will guide you through the past and take you into historic homes, barns, and workshops. Experience old-fashioned crafts, activities, and games at this […]

Free

Coastal Birding Walk

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

On this 2.5 mile hike, be prepared to walk on uneven surfaces, with many stops to view the many birds, plants, and scenery along the way. You will help each other spot and identify birds! Bring your binoculars if you have them, clothes for variable weather, and good walking shoes. Meet next to park map […]

Free

Life on the Ranch: A Living History Event

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

Join us on a trip back in time to experience what life would have been like on a working dairy ranch in the early 1900s. At this living history event, costumed docents will guide you through the past and take you into historic homes, barns, and workshops. Experience old-fashioned crafts, activities, and games at this […]

Free

Communi-Tea Party

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

Drop by to warm up and learn more about a few of the herbs found in Santa Cruz County. Three teas will be prepared for your enjoyment and delight! Casually discuss the properties of these herbs, how to identify them, and where to find them with a state park interpreter. Please bring a personal mug. […]

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

Coastal Birding Walk

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

On this 2.5 mile hike, be prepared to walk on uneven surfaces, with many stops to view the many birds, plants, and scenery along the way. You will help each other spot and identify birds! Bring your binoculars if you have them, clothes for variable weather, and good walking shoes. Meet next to park map […]

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

Event Series Historic Ranch Ground Tour

Historic Ranch Ground Tour

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