Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks
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Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks is a vital partner with California State Parks. Our local parks and beaches: thriving and available to all. #thatsmypark
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📣 Final call to place your online orders for pre-holiday delivery! Find hats, hoodies, books, stickers and other gifts inspired by your favorite state park on the ParkStore Online!
Orders placed after tomorrow (Dec. 15) will ship in January. Shop the ParkStore Online today: thatsmypark.org/shop/
Orders placed after tomorrow (Dec. 15) will ship in January. Shop the ParkStore Online today: thatsmypark.org/shop/
December 14, 2025 at 6:00 PM
📣 Final call to place your online orders for pre-holiday delivery! Find hats, hoodies, books, stickers and other gifts inspired by your favorite state park on the ParkStore Online!
Orders placed after tomorrow (Dec. 15) will ship in January. Shop the ParkStore Online today: thatsmypark.org/shop/
Orders placed after tomorrow (Dec. 15) will ship in January. Shop the ParkStore Online today: thatsmypark.org/shop/
🍄 Nature has its own marvels, & right now it’s all things mushrooms & fungi — come see it up close at a local state park. This one was spotted at Henry Cowell Redwoods.
Remember mushrooms are for viewing & foraging is prohibited in state parks. Parking is $10 & helps support state parks & beaches.
Remember mushrooms are for viewing & foraging is prohibited in state parks. Parking is $10 & helps support state parks & beaches.
December 13, 2025 at 9:01 PM
🍄 Nature has its own marvels, & right now it’s all things mushrooms & fungi — come see it up close at a local state park. This one was spotted at Henry Cowell Redwoods.
Remember mushrooms are for viewing & foraging is prohibited in state parks. Parking is $10 & helps support state parks & beaches.
Remember mushrooms are for viewing & foraging is prohibited in state parks. Parking is $10 & helps support state parks & beaches.
Zip-Up or pullover, classic black or a beautiful teal, there are so many options for state park-inspired hoodies & any would make a great gift!
Available at our Natural Bridges & Seacliff ParkStores & Online: buff.ly/hyJLMoT
📆 Place online orders by Dec. 15 to get them in time for the holidays!
Available at our Natural Bridges & Seacliff ParkStores & Online: buff.ly/hyJLMoT
📆 Place online orders by Dec. 15 to get them in time for the holidays!
December 13, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Zip-Up or pullover, classic black or a beautiful teal, there are so many options for state park-inspired hoodies & any would make a great gift!
Available at our Natural Bridges & Seacliff ParkStores & Online: buff.ly/hyJLMoT
📆 Place online orders by Dec. 15 to get them in time for the holidays!
Available at our Natural Bridges & Seacliff ParkStores & Online: buff.ly/hyJLMoT
📆 Place online orders by Dec. 15 to get them in time for the holidays!
New year. New job? 🌟 Friends is hiring a Finance Director!
Use your skills to support a meaningful mission — helping ensure local state parks & beaches are thriving & available to all. If you’re ready to make an impact in 2026, we’d love to hear from you.
Learn more: 🌲✨ thatsmypark.org/jobs/
Use your skills to support a meaningful mission — helping ensure local state parks & beaches are thriving & available to all. If you’re ready to make an impact in 2026, we’d love to hear from you.
Learn more: 🌲✨ thatsmypark.org/jobs/
December 13, 2025 at 1:00 AM
New year. New job? 🌟 Friends is hiring a Finance Director!
Use your skills to support a meaningful mission — helping ensure local state parks & beaches are thriving & available to all. If you’re ready to make an impact in 2026, we’d love to hear from you.
Learn more: 🌲✨ thatsmypark.org/jobs/
Use your skills to support a meaningful mission — helping ensure local state parks & beaches are thriving & available to all. If you’re ready to make an impact in 2026, we’d love to hear from you.
Learn more: 🌲✨ thatsmypark.org/jobs/
Step back in time and celebrate the holidays Victorian-style at Wilder Ranch State Park in Santa Cruz! ✨
🗓 Holidays on the Ranch, Sat, Dec 13 from 11 am to 3 pm.
🗓 Holidays on the Ranch, Sat, Dec 13 from 11 am to 3 pm.
December 12, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Step back in time and celebrate the holidays Victorian-style at Wilder Ranch State Park in Santa Cruz! ✨
🗓 Holidays on the Ranch, Sat, Dec 13 from 11 am to 3 pm.
🗓 Holidays on the Ranch, Sat, Dec 13 from 11 am to 3 pm.
Enjoy a festive 90-minute walk through the redwoods at Big Basin Redwoods State Park on Saturday (Dec. 13) at 11 a.m. Participants will listen to the Nutcracker Suite and imagine the forest performing the ballet while strolling the easy, half-mile Redwood Loop Trail. 🌲🎶
December 11, 2025 at 5:44 PM
Enjoy a festive 90-minute walk through the redwoods at Big Basin Redwoods State Park on Saturday (Dec. 13) at 11 a.m. Participants will listen to the Nutcracker Suite and imagine the forest performing the ballet while strolling the easy, half-mile Redwood Loop Trail. 🌲🎶
Find solitude while camping at Rancho del Oso in the offseason. ⛺️🎒🧘♀️
Throw a tent, a warm sleeping bag and winter layers into the car for a weekend getaway. 👉 Learn more and make your reservation today: bit.ly/3EJhDOf
Throw a tent, a warm sleeping bag and winter layers into the car for a weekend getaway. 👉 Learn more and make your reservation today: bit.ly/3EJhDOf
December 10, 2025 at 5:48 PM
Find solitude while camping at Rancho del Oso in the offseason. ⛺️🎒🧘♀️
Throw a tent, a warm sleeping bag and winter layers into the car for a weekend getaway. 👉 Learn more and make your reservation today: bit.ly/3EJhDOf
Throw a tent, a warm sleeping bag and winter layers into the car for a weekend getaway. 👉 Learn more and make your reservation today: bit.ly/3EJhDOf
Mark your calendars for the Geminid meteor shower ☄️ viewing at the Pigeon Point Light Station SHP from 5-9 p.m. on Sat, Dec 13! The evening includes 2 presentations from astronomy professor Justin Stevick at 5 & 7:30, plus viewing through a telescope 🔭 provided by the Santa Cruz Astronomy Club!
December 9, 2025 at 5:44 PM
Mark your calendars for the Geminid meteor shower ☄️ viewing at the Pigeon Point Light Station SHP from 5-9 p.m. on Sat, Dec 13! The evening includes 2 presentations from astronomy professor Justin Stevick at 5 & 7:30, plus viewing through a telescope 🔭 provided by the Santa Cruz Astronomy Club!
We love books! 📚This curated list includes field guides to take on the trail, guides to spark creativity, & titles that help you continue the adventure from the comfort of home. Find at our ParkStores & Online: friends-of-santa-cruz-state-parks-online-parkstore.myshopify.com/collections/...
December 8, 2025 at 5:43 PM
We love books! 📚This curated list includes field guides to take on the trail, guides to spark creativity, & titles that help you continue the adventure from the comfort of home. Find at our ParkStores & Online: friends-of-santa-cruz-state-parks-online-parkstore.myshopify.com/collections/...
Bring a warm drink on your next morning walk along the beach to beat the morning chills. 😌♨️
No thermos? No problem! Grab one from a ParkStore today (or order one from the ParkStore Online)!
No thermos? No problem! Grab one from a ParkStore today (or order one from the ParkStore Online)!
December 7, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Bring a warm drink on your next morning walk along the beach to beat the morning chills. 😌♨️
No thermos? No problem! Grab one from a ParkStore today (or order one from the ParkStore Online)!
No thermos? No problem! Grab one from a ParkStore today (or order one from the ParkStore Online)!
New to the ParkStores this season is a 1,000-piece puzzle of Natural Bridges! 🧩Pick one up at the Natural Bridges ParkStore or Online:
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📆 Place online orders by Dec. 15 to get them in time for the holidays!
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📆 Place online orders by Dec. 15 to get them in time for the holidays!
Natural Bridges 1000 Piece Puzzle
This beautiful puzzle celebrates the beauty of Natural Bridges State Beach. Perfect for cozy family fun!
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December 6, 2025 at 6:00 PM
New to the ParkStores this season is a 1,000-piece puzzle of Natural Bridges! 🧩Pick one up at the Natural Bridges ParkStore or Online:
friends-of-santa-cruz-state-parks-online-parkstore.myshopify.com/products/nat...
📆 Place online orders by Dec. 15 to get them in time for the holidays!
friends-of-santa-cruz-state-parks-online-parkstore.myshopify.com/products/nat...
📆 Place online orders by Dec. 15 to get them in time for the holidays!
Nature is essential for all of us to find peace & a sense of well-being😌. It's been a banner year for our local state parks, but they still need your support heading into the new year.
Help support state parks & beaches by donating & becoming a Friend! thatsmypark.app.neoncrm.com/forms/become...
Help support state parks & beaches by donating & becoming a Friend! thatsmypark.app.neoncrm.com/forms/become...
December 5, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Nature is essential for all of us to find peace & a sense of well-being😌. It's been a banner year for our local state parks, but they still need your support heading into the new year.
Help support state parks & beaches by donating & becoming a Friend! thatsmypark.app.neoncrm.com/forms/become...
Help support state parks & beaches by donating & becoming a Friend! thatsmypark.app.neoncrm.com/forms/become...
Shop the ParkStore this weekend for the annual Holiday Sale! Find thoughtful gifts, accessories for your next trip to a state park, fun toys for the kids and amazing clothes to show your love of nature.
December 4, 2025 at 5:46 PM
Shop the ParkStore this weekend for the annual Holiday Sale! Find thoughtful gifts, accessories for your next trip to a state park, fun toys for the kids and amazing clothes to show your love of nature.
King Tides are back! Experience this natural phenomenon at state beaches from Thursday to Saturday (Dec. 4-6). These extreme tides occur as a full or new moon is closest to the Earth in its elliptical orbit. Here's a list of places to explore:
December 3, 2025 at 5:53 PM
King Tides are back! Experience this natural phenomenon at state beaches from Thursday to Saturday (Dec. 4-6). These extreme tides occur as a full or new moon is closest to the Earth in its elliptical orbit. Here's a list of places to explore:
🌲Trail Restoration Update: Big Basin Redwoods State Park!🌲
Good news, hikers! 2.95 mi of the Hollow Tree Trail are now open, reconnecting Skyline to the Sea Trail, Middle Ridge Fire Road, & China Grade Road. That means more opportunities for loop hikes & exploring the recovering forest.
Good news, hikers! 2.95 mi of the Hollow Tree Trail are now open, reconnecting Skyline to the Sea Trail, Middle Ridge Fire Road, & China Grade Road. That means more opportunities for loop hikes & exploring the recovering forest.
December 3, 2025 at 2:00 AM
🌲Trail Restoration Update: Big Basin Redwoods State Park!🌲
Good news, hikers! 2.95 mi of the Hollow Tree Trail are now open, reconnecting Skyline to the Sea Trail, Middle Ridge Fire Road, & China Grade Road. That means more opportunities for loop hikes & exploring the recovering forest.
Good news, hikers! 2.95 mi of the Hollow Tree Trail are now open, reconnecting Skyline to the Sea Trail, Middle Ridge Fire Road, & China Grade Road. That means more opportunities for loop hikes & exploring the recovering forest.
Enjoy the warmth of the holiday season 🎁 ✨at the Castro Adobe SHP! This month's Open House festivities are set to run from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sun, Dec 7. The event includes tree ornament decoration🎄, leather bookmark making 📖, live music throughout the day 🎵 & more!
December 2, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Enjoy the warmth of the holiday season 🎁 ✨at the Castro Adobe SHP! This month's Open House festivities are set to run from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sun, Dec 7. The event includes tree ornament decoration🎄, leather bookmark making 📖, live music throughout the day 🎵 & more!
Start Dec off right with a hike through an iconic state park. Here's a list of our favorite state parks with trails for all skill levels:
🥾 Año Nuevo SP
🥾 Wilder Ranch SP
🥾 The Forest of Nisene Marks SP
Learn more: thatsmypark.org/parks-and-be...
Parking fees help Friends support parks.
🥾 Año Nuevo SP
🥾 Wilder Ranch SP
🥾 The Forest of Nisene Marks SP
Learn more: thatsmypark.org/parks-and-be...
Parking fees help Friends support parks.
December 1, 2025 at 5:44 PM
Start Dec off right with a hike through an iconic state park. Here's a list of our favorite state parks with trails for all skill levels:
🥾 Año Nuevo SP
🥾 Wilder Ranch SP
🥾 The Forest of Nisene Marks SP
Learn more: thatsmypark.org/parks-and-be...
Parking fees help Friends support parks.
🥾 Año Nuevo SP
🥾 Wilder Ranch SP
🥾 The Forest of Nisene Marks SP
Learn more: thatsmypark.org/parks-and-be...
Parking fees help Friends support parks.
Head over to Castle Rock State Park to explore more than 35 miles of trails and snap iconic photos of trees and mountains.
November 30, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Head over to Castle Rock State Park to explore more than 35 miles of trails and snap iconic photos of trees and mountains.
Stop by a ParkStore this weekend for #SmallBusinessSaturday to discover park-inspired gifts. Here's a list of the nearest ParkStores that are open this weekend.
🎁 Natural Bridges
🎁 Seacliff
🎁 Wilder Ranch
Stop by this weekend to explore a state park & shop for a holiday gift.
🎁 Natural Bridges
🎁 Seacliff
🎁 Wilder Ranch
Stop by this weekend to explore a state park & shop for a holiday gift.
November 29, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Stop by a ParkStore this weekend for #SmallBusinessSaturday to discover park-inspired gifts. Here's a list of the nearest ParkStores that are open this weekend.
🎁 Natural Bridges
🎁 Seacliff
🎁 Wilder Ranch
Stop by this weekend to explore a state park & shop for a holiday gift.
🎁 Natural Bridges
🎁 Seacliff
🎁 Wilder Ranch
Stop by this weekend to explore a state park & shop for a holiday gift.
Take a break after Thanksgiving to burn off calories and enjoy the scenery. Stroll down the stairs at Seacliff State Beach to hear waves crashing, enjoy the smell of salty sea air and more.
Parking is $10 and supports the park!
Parking is $10 and supports the park!
November 28, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Take a break after Thanksgiving to burn off calories and enjoy the scenery. Stroll down the stairs at Seacliff State Beach to hear waves crashing, enjoy the smell of salty sea air and more.
Parking is $10 and supports the park!
Parking is $10 and supports the park!
Happy Thanksgiving! Friends is thankful to everyone for their generosity throughout the year. Your engagement, effort & donations helped Friends support state parks & beaches programs, field trips, events & so much more!
Read the Friends Annual Report here: buff.ly/h4vAKyS
Read the Friends Annual Report here: buff.ly/h4vAKyS
November 27, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Happy Thanksgiving! Friends is thankful to everyone for their generosity throughout the year. Your engagement, effort & donations helped Friends support state parks & beaches programs, field trips, events & so much more!
Read the Friends Annual Report here: buff.ly/h4vAKyS
Read the Friends Annual Report here: buff.ly/h4vAKyS
Make plans to stretch your legs & learn something new. Join a tree identification event from 3-4:30 pm on Sat, Nov 29, at Henry Cowell Redwoods. The program is free & meets in front of the Visitor Center, taking visitors through the River Trail & Redwood Grove.
RSVP: bit.ly/3L63RvE
Parking is $10
RSVP: bit.ly/3L63RvE
Parking is $10
November 26, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Make plans to stretch your legs & learn something new. Join a tree identification event from 3-4:30 pm on Sat, Nov 29, at Henry Cowell Redwoods. The program is free & meets in front of the Visitor Center, taking visitors through the River Trail & Redwood Grove.
RSVP: bit.ly/3L63RvE
Parking is $10
RSVP: bit.ly/3L63RvE
Parking is $10
Mark your calendar for the Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks annual ParkStore Holiday Sale. This in-person event will be the first weekend of December and proceeds benefit local state parks and beaches.
November 25, 2025 at 6:06 PM
Mark your calendar for the Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks annual ParkStore Holiday Sale. This in-person event will be the first weekend of December and proceeds benefit local state parks and beaches.
Make your reservation for a guided tour to see elephant seals in their natural habitat at Año Nuevo State Park. 🦭 Tours start Dec. 15 and visitors can expect a 2-3 hour adventure with 3 miles of moderate hiking.
November 24, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Make your reservation for a guided tour to see elephant seals in their natural habitat at Año Nuevo State Park. 🦭 Tours start Dec. 15 and visitors can expect a 2-3 hour adventure with 3 miles of moderate hiking.
Discover the compelling story of Martina Castro in “The Tragedy of Martina Castro." Martina was one of the largest rancho owners in Santa Cruz County, whose ranchos included the areas now known as Soquel, Capitola & part of The Forest of Nisene Marks: buff.ly/w1J6QZr
November 23, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Discover the compelling story of Martina Castro in “The Tragedy of Martina Castro." Martina was one of the largest rancho owners in Santa Cruz County, whose ranchos included the areas now known as Soquel, Capitola & part of The Forest of Nisene Marks: buff.ly/w1J6QZr