A panther is hidden in the golden cliffs at a beach about ten miles north of Santa Cruz. Perhaps you need a wild imagination (or perhaps …
Outdoors
Kayaking in Elkhorn Slough
Have you ever dreamt of taking an African safari? From the safety of a jeep, you watch wide-eyed as a leopard silently stalks …
Santa Cruz Hikes: Fern Trail at Pogonip
Pogonip is a Native American word for river fog, a fittingly mystical name for such a magical place. This 640-acre green space in the middle …
Coming to Terms with the New Arana Gulch
The completion of the Arana Gulch multi-use trail project connecting Broadway and Brommer Streets has stirred up a lot of mixed feelings …
Santa Cruz Hikes: Land of Medicine Buddha
We ask all hikers to be courteous and to respect Land of Medicine Buddha and their guests attending retreats. Please note that day use hours …
Geology and Geocaching at Shark Fin Cove
Photo Credit: Steve Dunleavy A massive rock stands guard over a small cove full of geologic wonders just up the coast from Santa Cruz, only …
The Top 3 Family Hikes in Santa Cruz County
Santa Cruz County is home to some of the most beautiful State Parks in California. Filled with endless trails for walking and hiking, our …
Davenport Landing Beach: For Surfers and Swingers
Are you into wild and rugged NorCal beaches but not so into roughing it down a sketchy cliffside? Looking for a spot you can tow a full …
Law of the Leash: Where to (Legally) Exercise Your Dog in Santa Cruz
Imagine 51,000 dogs crowded onto Mitchell's Cove Beach on West Cliff. That's what would happen if every dog in Santa Cruz County gathered …