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Seabright Beach
Park
👍👍 After The Cyclone Bomb Storm. Tons of driftwood gathered at the edge of the beach.
The Santa Cruz County, Clean up crew & volunteers did an amazing job clearing the debris. Local people are welcome to take the driftwood
In video that is an entire Cypress tree that fell down & landed at Seabright Be...
4.90 (34 reviews)
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Chanticleer Ave County Park
Park
👍👍 The park was a welcome surprise. It is the best park in the county by a large margin. It is incredibly well designed with thought given to creativity, interaction and disabled access. The equipment includes many different climbing and play structures, bridges, slides, swings, spinners, tractors, mus...
4.80 (263 reviews)
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Wilder Ranch State Park
State park
Natural landscape with diverse activities including hiking trails, picnic areas & horseback riding.
4.70 (2.3K reviews)
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Pyramid Park
Park
👍👍 These reviews are odd. Here's the latest info.
Friday May 21, 2017. At 3pm there were 32 people, 30 of whom were naked, and 3 dogs. About half women half men. By 6pm the last person was leaving, well before sunset.
Nice and clean area right on cliff dr. No stairs but the climb isn't challenging if y...
4.70 (388 reviews)
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Westlake Park
Park
👍👍 Came to Santa Cruz for beach but it was so windy so we decided to come visit this park. Really good park with cute little pond and lots of benches and picnic areas.
4.70 (257 reviews)
7
Sergeant Derby Park
Park
👍👍 Historic NorCal skatepark, which is a must skate visit for any skateboarding enthusiast.
4.70 (222 reviews)
8
Cowell Surf Access Stairway
Park
👍👍 Epic steps to an epic surf break. Drop the mic. TIP: Educate yourself on surf etiquette prior to using these stairs.
4.70 (162 reviews)
9
Chanticleer Park Pump Track
Park
👍👍 Fun spot for little daredevils. Whether your kid is on a balance bike or approaching teens, there's a great mix of flats, curves, jumps and steepish hills. Our 4-year old had a ton of fun and picked up new skills in a heartbeat. Parents, be present and engaged. Inexperienced kids get stuck in the we...
4.70 (56 reviews)
10
DeLaveaga Park
Park
Grassy space includes picnic areas, playgrounds, sports fields, bocci ball courts, trails & a creek.
4.60 (1K reviews)
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Ocean View Park
Park
👍👍 Always the best of time here at Ocean View Park! Dogs are welcome. Area for basketball. Restrooms are clean and people are always pleasant. Neighborhood parking. Locals are welcoming. Beautiful views. Clean. Picnicking is a plus here. I love to spend time relaxing here while my son plays. It’s very...
4.60 (497 reviews)
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Natural Bridges Monarch Trail
Park
👍👍 My friend and I walked along the wooden bridges / trail leading to the area where the monarch butterflies flew up among the tree tops.
Some were grouped and hung off tree branches. They were so lovely to watch at.
Update Sep 2023: visited the beach on Saturday morning. Nice walk from the parking lo...
4.60 (340 reviews)
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Rockview Drive County Park
Park
👍👍 Views, views and more views. In Santa Cruz we have lots of hidden little spots you learn over time. This is one of them.
You can watch people surf or just enjoy the sound of the ocean. Walk down the stairs to get onto the sand or just snap some beautiful photos from the rocks.
If you like to surf,...
4.60 (265 reviews)
14
University Terrace Park
Park
👍 Best and largest dog park in Santa Cruz. Lots of room to run around with a trail next to it if you want to take a walk.
4.60 (158 reviews)
15
Santa Maria Beach
Park
👍👍 Very nice beach that doesn't get too busy. It has so many names Corcoran, Santa Maria, Santa Moe's. Great for families and pets. There's a portable toilet near the street entrance (2021 May)
4.60 (154 reviews)
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Arana Gulch Open Space Park
Park
👍👍 I'm recently unemployed so I come out here to do my job search and applications. Being able to do all of this via my phone makes it possible to do unpleasant things in pleasent places. Making me more enthusiastic and productive. It's a great place to not tell anyone about
4.60 (130 reviews)
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Bethany Curve
Park
👍 Great pathway to and from West Cliff. Never know who, or what you may see there.
4.60 (121 reviews)
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Two-Six Beach
Park
👍👍 Great beach (when the tide is right!) just a few steps down from the end of 26th avenue. A very popular surf and boogie board spot and not much street parking, so getting a spot for your vehicle is typically difficult. On very nice days expect the beach to be packed. Winds can be strong in the af...
4.60 (97 reviews)
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Twin Lakes State Beach Schwan Lake
Public beach
👍👍 This a great place to take a hike during the week. It is can be more crowded on the weekends.
Very easy walking on a dirt path with beautiful views of the lake, and the ocean at a distance.
4.60 (96 reviews)
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Tyrrell Park
Park
👍 Great spot to just grab a quick seat and take a moment of reflection. Beautifullly planted flowers attract bees and butterflies. The giant whale sculpture is a local landmark.
4.60 (39 reviews)