The Santa Cruz State Parks have a rich tradition of providing quality educational programs which are attended by over 100,000 visitors and school children each year.

Annual events celebrate our rich natural and cultural heritage preserved in the parks. Guided walks provide for a more intimate experience for visitors. Campers in our parks may participate in Campfire and Junior Ranger programs. Local children can get involved in our summer day camps, Ranger Explorers and Junior Lifeguards. Regardless of your age or interest, we have activities that will enrich your experience in the parks.

Select a Park and/or Month to see all available events.

Select Park Big Basin Redwoods Castle Rock Fall Creek Henry Cowell Redwoods Lighthouse Field Manresa Manresa Uplands Natural Bridges New Brighton Palm Portola Redwoods Rancho Del Oso Rio Del Mar Santa Cruz Mission Seabright Seacliff Sunset The Forest of Nisene Marks Twin Lakes Wilder Ranch	Select Month January February March April May June July August September October November December