Parks Near Me in Santa Cruz, ca
Natural Bridges State Beach
2531 West Cliff Drive near Swanton Blvd., Santa Cruz, CA
This beach, with its famous natural bridge, is an excellent vantage point for viewing shore birds, migrating whales, and seals and otters playing offshore. Further along the beach, tidepools... Read More
Big Basin Redwoods State Park
21600 Big Basin Way, Boulder Creek, CA
RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES
Camping— 146 family campsites, four group camping sites, tent cabins, backcountry trail camps, and horse camping are... Read More
Año Nuevo State Park
1 New Years Creek Road, Pescadero, CA
Año Nuevo State Park’s rich variety of natural and cultural resources draws visitors from around the world. The park’s Natural Preserve offers an extraordinary wilderness experience, where... Read More
Burleigh H. Murray Ranch Park Property
305 Higgings Canyon Road, Half Moon Bay, CA
Burleigh H. Murray, for whom the acquisition is named, was born on the ranch July 19, 1865. His Father came to California from Vermont in 1852 following the cry of gold and working in the mines... Read More
Lake Elizabeth Central Park
40000 Paseo Padre Pkwy, Fremont, CA
Located in the heart of Fremont, Central Park — Lake Elizabeth offers a variety of activities with a gorgeous view of the Mission Peak Hills and Lake Elizabeth. Central Park is set on 450+... Read More
Point Sur State Historic Park
South of Carmel along Highway 1, Big Sur, CA
The Point Sur Lightstation sits 361 feet above the surf on a large volcanic rock. Point Sur is the only complete turn-of-the century Lightstation open to the public in California, and is on the... Read More
Golden Gate Park
501 Stanyan Street, San Francisco, CA
Golden Gate Park is the third most visited park in the United States. While the park is free to visit during the day, popular attractions charge admission, such as deYoung Museum, California... Read More
Alcatraz Island
Fort Mason, B201, San Francisco, CA
Alcatraz Island (San Francisco Bay) - A short ferry ride into the San Francisco Bay will take you to Alcatraz Island. The history of Alcatraz is surprising to many. It was a Civil War fortress,... Read More
Angel Island State Park
Pier 41, San Francisco, CA
Angel Island State Park, the largest natural island in the San Francisco Bay, offers some of the best views of the surrounding Bay Area. With great hiking trails and many other recreational... Read More
Pinnacles National Park
5000 Highway 146, Paicines, CA
About Us:
Pinnacles National Park is the result of an ancient volcanic eruption. The chaparral, oak woodland, and canyon landscape is home to wildlife.
Rising... Read More
Limekiln State Park
Highway 1, Big Sur, CA
The park features breathtaking views of the Big Sur Coast, the beauty of the redwoods, the rugged coast and the cultural history of limekilns. The park has 24... Read More
Franks Tract State Recreation Area
West Willow Rd, Bethal Island, CA
Franks Tract State Recreation Area is only accessible by water and is located southeast of Brannan Island between False River and Bethel Island. Franks Tract Flooded in 1936 and again in 1938.... Read More
Elk Park
601 Morris Avenue, Modesto, CA
 - Baseball
 - Basketball (Full Court)
 - Basketball (Half Court)
 - Basketball Court Side Bleachers
 - Fishing
 - Horseshoes
 - Petanque... Read More
Jack London State Historic Park
2400 London Ranch Road, Glen Ellen, CA
Jack London State Historic Park is a memorial to writer and adventurer Jack London, who made his home at the site from 1911 until his death in 1916. The park was once part of the famous... Read More
Modesto Reservior
18143 Reservoir Rd, Waterford, CA
PARK FEATURES:
Campsites with full hookups
Picnic shelters
Restrooms
Barbecues
Picnic tables
Archery range
Radio control electric airplane field
Oak Park Community Center
3425 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Sacramento, CA
As a part of AARP's 60th Anniversary, AARP launched an ambitious effort in 2019 to create 53 fitness parks – one each in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin... Read More
Railtown 1897 State Historic Park
10501 Reservoir Road, Jamestown, CA
At Railtown 1897 State Historic Park in Jamestown, California, history comes to life with vintage steam trains, a working roundhouse, and the timeless Sierra Railway Shops, a designated... Read More
Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park
310 Back Street, Coloma, CA
The World Rushed In
James W. Marshall discovered gold in 1848 on the South Fork of the American River in the valley the Nisenan Indians knew as Cullumah. This event... Read More
Empire Mine State Historic Park
10791 East Empire Street, Grass Valley, CA
Empire Mine State Historic Park’s close to 850 acres include miles of scenic trails for hiking, biking, dog walking and horseback riding. Bring a picnic lunch, and enjoy a memorable day at one... Read More
