Highway 1
Carmel Valley
CA
93923
+1 831.372.3196
http://www.mprpd.org/index.cfm/id/10/Palo-Corona-Regional-Park/
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13th St. and Oak Ave
Greenfield
CA
93927
+1 831.674.5591
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Small and quaint and the perfect place to relax under a giant shade tree. Designed by landscape architect Walter Guthrie, the garden demonstrates the use of drought-tolerant species appropriate to the Carmel area. Many of the garden's plants are foun...
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On Dolores between Ocean Ave and 7th
Carmel-By-The-Sea
CA
93923
1.831.624.3543
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The Redwood Canopy Tours at Mount Hermon Adventures offers guests exciting eco-adventures into the redwood forest canopy. Experience these majestic trees from the unique perspective that only a zipline can offer.
The two hour guided tour includes...
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Overlooking the San Lorenzo River. Pedestrian bridge connecting to downtown and Pacific Avenue. Home to several special events. No dogs allowed.
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137 Dakota St.
Santa Cruz
CA
95067
+1 831.420.5270
http://www.cityofsantacruz.com/departments/parks-recreation/parks-beaches-and-open-spaces/neighborhood-parks/san-lorenzo-park
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The Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park sits atop Mission Hill offering a patio, gardens, and excellent views of the city. The park features the only building left of the 12th California Mission, Misión la Exaltacion de la Santa Cruz,...
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280 Dickman Avenue
Monterey
CA
93940
+1 831.646.3878
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Trip Experience: Excellent
Wish tour was longer, would gladly do a tour that is 4-5 hours, LOVED it! Fun, Friendly tour guides. Only issue was booking the reservation, and GPS directions sent me in circles for almost an hour, just made scheduled tim...
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1619 El Dorado Ave
Santa Cruz
CA
95062
831 4765507
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A long sandy beach between the Boardwalk and the Santa Cruz Harbor. Fire rings are available. Dogs are permitted on leash.
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East Cliff Drive at Seabright
Santa Cruz
CA
95062
+1 831.427.4868
http://www.thatsmypark.org/cp-parks-beaches/seabright-state-beach/
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Fish, swim and visit the SS Palo Alto - one of the most unusual attractions in the Santa Cruz area.
This long stretch of sand and bluffs has great accessible facilities including picnic areas, an interpretive center and RV camping. This beach is k...
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The park includes tennis courts, an aquatic center, playground area, Tatum's Garden and Sherwood Hall.
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940 N Main Street
Salinas
CA
93906
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Shoreline Park is the designation applied to those portions of the publicly-owned waterfront not otherwise named from Hopkins Marine Station at its eastern boundary, aroiund the shoreline along Monterey Bay and the Pacific Ocean, to the foot of Asilo...
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Ocean View Blvd.
Pacific Grove
CA
93950
+1 831.648.5730
http://www.cityofpacificgrove.org/living/recreation/parks/shoreline-park
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Skate, picnic, take your dog for a walk and to socialize with other furry friends, go for a run or walk; it's all there at Skypark.
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361 Kings Village Rd.
Scotts Valley
CA
95066
+1 831.438.3251
http://www.scottsvalley.org/parks/parks_recs.html
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570 Walker Drive
Soledad
CA
93960
+1 831.678.3745
http://www.ci.soledad.ca.us/facilities.aspx?pagenum=3&RID=11&Page=detail
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A large and well-maintained park with a ball field and playground. (The tennis court is only open to local residents.)
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50 Hatton Ave
Salinas
CA
93908
+1 831.2724894
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701 West Cliff Drive
Santa Cruz
CA
95060
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Off the beaten path, The Forest of Nisene Marks is a refreshing retreat from the busy towns and beaches along Highway 1 near Santa Cruz. Its dense second- and third-growth redwood forest rises from near sea level to steep coastal mountains.
Most...
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Toro County Park is located six miles from downtown Salinas, and 13 miles from the Monterey Peninsula. First opened to the public in 1971, the park’s 4,756 acres have been a haven for thousands of visitors. The park is also home for many types...
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501 Monterey-Salinas Highway 68
Salinas
CA
93908
+1 831.755.4899
http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/parks/toro.html
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Toro County Park is located six miles from downtown Salinas, and 13 miles from the Monterey Peninsula. First opened to the public in 1971, the park’s 4,756 acres have been a haven for thousands of visitors. The park is also home for many t...
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501 Monterey-Salinas Highway 68
Salinas
CA
93908
+1 831755.4899
http://www.co.monterey.ca.us/parks/toro.html
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Great for pick-up soccer and Frisbee. Wonderful family park. Adjacent to the Arroyo Seco Canyon Trail. Large, fenced Dogs off-leash designated area available.
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369 Meder Street
Santa Cruz
CA
95060
https://www.cityofsantacruz.com/government/city-departments/parks-recreation/parks-beaches-open-spaces/parks/university-terrace
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Small park with vistas of Point Lobos. There are outdoor tables, a barbecue, benches and restrooms. There is also a free city parking lot, where you can park your car all day and walk to town.
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On 3rd between Torres and Junipero
Carmel-By-The-Sea
CA
93921
1.831.624.3543
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The park has 4,505 acres, with 34 miles of hiking, biking and equestrian rails winding through coastal terraces and valleys. Several restored buildings once belonging to the Wilder family are preserved. The park has tours and living history demonstra...
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1401 Coast Rd
Santa Cruz
CA
95060
(831) 423-9703
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