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Santa Cruz Mountains & Parks

Reimagining Big Basin: How Santa Cruz’s Oldest Park is Recovering and Expanding in 2026

Established in 1902, Big Basin Redwoods State Park holds a sacred place in California’s environmental history as the state’s oldest state park. Spanning over 18,000

July 28, 2026

Local Culture & Living

How Santa Cruz’s Local Arts Scene is Preserving Regional Identity in 2026

When visitors think of Santa Cruz, the imagery is often immediate and iconic: retro roller coasters along the historic Beach Boardwalk, classic surfing spots off

July 28, 2026

Coastal Heritage & Landmarks

Preserving the Boardwalk Roller Coaster: 100 Years of Engineering and Heritage at the Santa Cruz Coast

Curving along the northern shore of Monterey Bay, the iconic wooden scaffolding of the Giant Dipper roller coaster has defined the skyline of Santa Cruz,

July 27, 2026

Explore local history, mountain park updates, coastal living guides, and community stories across Santa Cruz County.

Reimagining Big Basin: How Santa Cruz’s Oldest Park is Recovering and Expanding in 2026

How Santa Cruz’s Local Arts Scene is Preserving Regional Identity in 2026

Preserving the Boardwalk Roller Coaster: 100 Years of Engineering and Heritage at the Santa Cruz Coast

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