Santa Cruz County Parks & Recreation Overview

AROMAS—Two decades ago, a fundraising drive was held to install dedication bricks at Aromas Community Park. However, even after a number of community members had already donated to the effort, the project came to an abrupt halt. “It was kind …

North Coast land offers wildlife viewing, hiking and cycling

County says it will appeal recent ruling that allowed homeowners to block walkway

A theatrical performance based on Traci Bliss’ book, ‘Big Basin Redwood Forest: California’s Oldest State Park’

Those familiar with the popular Vancouver Island lumberjack show “Big Timber” on Netflix, know the riveting storylines that emerge from working with giant trees—and the care it takes to do historic preservation right. Down here in California, in the state’s …

Five trails nearly complete, work stops on parking lot

California has some top-notch tourist attractions—with top-shelf prices. Here are some that won’t break the bank.

Capitola council puts $30,000 toward project

Path to be paved from Bay Street to wharf

By Julie Horner Big Basin Redwoods State Park reopens on Friday, July 22, 2022, with limited day-use access by reservation only. The reservation system opens on Friday, July 1, 2022. The Redwood Loop near the former visitor center and approximately …