Top Parks in Santa cruz county, California, United states

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Natural Bridges State Beach

Address: 2531 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA

Park

“This legendary Monarch sanctuary has fewer winged visitors than the "old days," but 7000 were waiting for us on a December morning. The riparian corridor meets the Pacific sand in full view of the Natural Bridge! It's easy hiking along boardwalks in the marshy areas...just a splendid, quiet day. To see the butterflies, come after the sun hits the eucalyptus grove... after 10 am. No dogs!”

Waterman Gap Trail Camp

Address: Skyline to the Sea Trail, Boulder Creek, CA 95006, USA

Campground Park Lodging

“Nice overall forested hike if that’s what you’re looking for. There weren’t many overlooks with views of the landscape (at least on my trail route) also this trail camp is right by a road so diminishes a bit of that secluded feeling if that’s what you seek.”

Seascape County Park

Address: Sumner Ave, Aptos, CA 95003, USA

Park

“Nice and quiet location, situated in Seascape. It has a vast walking trail that encompasses the grounds and circles along the scenic cliffs. The benches are well suited for some relaxation amongst the fresh breeze that emits from the sea. The breathtaking backdrop of the sunsets, is ripe for a classic group picture or romantic partnership. It has a small play yard for the little ones - not so much for the older kids though. Bring your dog or bike, their is plenty of room to spread out, share the wealth of nature and find your surreal mind set.”

The Hook County Park

Address: 511 41st Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, USA

Park

“Part of Pleasure Point and Opal Cliffs area. Has stairways for beach and water access. Small parking lot and bathroom near cliff top path. Great views and surfing when swell is right. Can get quite cold and windy. Make sure you have warm clothes available. It can be warm inland and cold here.”

Sunset State Beach

Address: Sunset Beach Rd, Watsonville, CA 95076, USA

Park

“Clean and well-maintained, I am looking forward to spending a night here instead of only a day. They offer camping! Campfire at the beach - who thought that hygee could be outdoors as well?! It’s quite sparse with other beach goers on a weekday but could be a different story on the weekends. Enjoy the pics!”

Franich Park

Address: Menasco Dr, Watsonville, CA 95076, USA

Park

“My kids really enjoy this park. It's huge with multiple playgrounds for different age ranges, grassy fields, and even 2 sand beach volleyball pits. I let my kids play in the sand when there isn't a game going. It's easy to spend an hour or even more here with little ones.”

South Campground

Address: Watsonville, CA 95076, USA

Campground Park Lodging

“Nice campground a short stroll from the beach. $35 per night. Firewood s $15 for a small bundle so bring your own.”

Twin Lakes County Park

Address: 520 7th Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, USA

Park

“Love this park!! Especially for bday parties! Plan the party on Sundays at 3 and you are set, as Harbor Cafe closes and there is parking. Pirate ship for kids to play with/on, swings, sand, tennis courts, 3 picnic tables, bbq pit, restrooms. Grassy area. Safe for small ones as play area is way far from the road.”

Esplanade Park

Address: 120 Monterey Ave, Capitola, CA 95010, USA

Park

“The best park with iconic views. Stunning area for pictures and a great way to have fun in the sun. Family friendly beach with a great south swell surf spot. Be ready for long waiting time for parking and access.”

Santa Cruz / Monterey Bay KOA Holiday

Address: 1186 San Andreas Rd, Watsonville, CA 95076, USA

Campground Rv park Lodging Park

“Nice KOA. Easy in and easy out. The pull through sites are narrow but long. The site we got came with a nice patio with table and chairs, weber grill, and fire pit. They also have a nice check out policy where if no one has reserved your site on the day of checkout, you can leave at 3pm for only $30. Otherwise checkout is 11 for RVs. This was great for us as we only had a 1.5 hr drive to our next destination. For those that don't have an RV, or families that have RVs but would like other family members or friends to come in and stay, they offer a variety of cabins and tiny homes near the RV sites so everyone can still hang out. The camp store was nice, has everything you may need. A bit pricey, but what camp store isn't. They have 2 dog park areas, medium sized. Some of the sites have a decent sized dog pen too for your private use. Overall, nice park. We would stay here again.”

Palm Beach State Park

Address: Palm Beach State Park Entrance Station, 2660 Beach Rd, Watsonville, CA 95076, USA

Parking Park

“Oh my. What a gem. Don't let the incline scare you. There's trails all over that lead easily to the other side to the water. To the right, near the houses, is a gravel path that's really easy. The picnic area is huge and the wind gets blocked by trees and hills. It really is a fantastic spot to explore. Trails go into trees! Shower and bathrooms were nice. The only downfalls were no park officers on duty and people leave so much trash.”

East Cliff Drive County Parkway

Address: E Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, USA

Park

“Took a nice walk along the cliffs and saw a bunch of people I know. This is a beautiful area to people watch and check out the scenery.”

Natural Bridges Tidepools

Address: Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA

Park

“A friend commented that they felt inspired to bring their nephew to this place to share with them the amazing qualities of such an ecosystem. It’s a great place to walk around, contemplate, and draw inspiration from nature. Well worth the chill of the wind! Do be cautious as it is a bit slippery along this area and one could lose their footing if they are careless.”

Hidden Beach County Park

Address: 660 Cliff Dr, Aptos, CA 95003, USA

Park

“A scenic little park that is true to its name and fairly well hidden. Limited free parking on the dead end culdesac on Cliff Street or the pull off just before. Don’t miss the Little Free Library in between. Brand new all abilities playground with rubber surface in honor of a local boy who frequented the park. Lovely beach and sea views, picnic tables, benches, and sizable grassy area. Perfect for a picnic, dog walk, frisbee toss, spin around the playground, or read under the gum trees. Well loved by locals.”

Natural Bridges Farm by Homeless Garden Project

Address: Shaffer Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA

Park

“I & a fellow colleague from Room Real Estate 🏡 are volunteering today at the homeless Garden 🪴 Project!! The homeless garden 🥕 project is a great non-profit organization that provides transitional employment and support services to people in Santa Cruz 🌊 experiencing homelessness. Not only do they have organic produce 🥬 They also have a variety of handmade gifts !! 🎁 The community can be involved and help in so many ways! Together we can make this planet a better place by helping improve so many lives! 😘”

Bronte Park

Address: 615 Bronte Ave, Watsonville, CA 95076, USA

Park

“Very nice place to bring the family Wife and Kids well-kept Place”

Las Brisas Park

Address: 1028 Nueva Vista Ave, Watsonville, CA 95076, USA

Park

“This cute park is a lot of fun for the kiddos with plenty of cool structures to climb, walk across, and balance on. It's surrounded by a green lawn In a quiet residential area. There are a few picnic tables and benches around the playground. Bonus points because it's close to the slough walking trails. My 2 yr old loved it!”

Joyce-McKenzie Park

Address: 500 Joyce Dr, Watsonville, CA 95076, USA

Park

“Nice little park. They have a horse shoe pit, monkey bars, and even tennis courts.”

831Succulents

Address: Monterey Bay Academy, Watsonville, CA 95076, USA

Park

“Vast variety of cacti and succulents. Really helpful!”

Campground | New Brighton State Beach

Address: New Brighton State Beach, 1500 Park Ave, Capitola, CA 95010, USA

Campground Park Lodging

“New Brighton Beach is a state park with campsite that range from basic to full hook ups. We had full hook ups with a very level spot. Access to the beach is available via trail or a short drive to the lower parking lot. The beach wasn't that great as it was packed and the water is not the cleanest on the west coast. But you are super close to Capitola or Santa Cruz so your options are vast. And obviously trails for various activities are abundant in the area. But we made the best of and had fun. Kids rode bikes around with no problems and plenty of other kids. Showers were clean and just like any other place needs quarters. Overall we will probably head back one day.”

Antonelli Pond

Address: Antonelli Pond, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA

Park

“A cool little lake with some interesting history. Good spot to walk the dogs on leash….”

Moran Lake County Park

Address: 22775 E Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, USA

Park

“04/22/2022 Decent size free day use parking lot. No parking 10pm to 6am. Two all gender single restrooms available (flushable toilets) though they aren't very clean. One very cold public shower and there is a spigot next to shower with excellent water pressure if you need to fill gallon water jugs or for pet. Van, pickup truck or car only. Not enough room for large RV's. Beach is across street. There are paths throughout park to exercise or walk your dog.”

Heart of Soquel Park

Address: 4740 Soquel Dr, Soquel, CA 95073, USA

Park

“This Park was super clean and fun with nice trails that snakes around town. You will love this nice sanctuary, but use the bathroom before you go, because there is no public bathroom.”

Mesa Verde Gardens

Address: 85 Nielson St, Watsonville, CA 95076, USA

Park

Felton Covered Bridge County Park

Address: Graham Hill Rd, Felton, CA 95018, USA

Park

“Awesome little gem with an amazing covered bridge and an expansive park to enjoy with your kids or dog.”

Jade Street Park

Address: 4400 Jade St, Capitola, CA 95010, USA

Park

“Nice 3/4 of a mile. Walk, run, take a wheelchair hugemongos redwood trees. Old civi war era scoutin tree were lt.freemont camped at during scouting for u.s Gov.”

Seaview Ranch Park

Address: 105 Lighthouse Dr, Watsonville, CA 95076, USA

Park

“Great place to take kids to have a picnic and play”

Marinovich Park and Community Center

Address: 120 2nd St, Watsonville, CA 95076, USA

Park

“Nice comfortable place to come relax”

Seacliff State Beach Parking and Campground

Address: Aptos, CA 95003, USA

Campground Lodging Park

“Got lucky and there was a cancelation for a two night stay. We booked it immediately. It is very hard to get a spot with hookups here. I hate the price of gas but it may bring more cancellations. This beach just brings the BP down as soon as you get there. One of my happy places.”

Enviornmental Science Workshop

Address: 120 2nd St, Watsonville, CA 95076, USA

Park

“This is a great place to take the whole family. It is so good that our second grade team has made it a regular stop on our annual field trip!”

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