Visiting Southern California’s archipelago takes planning and an adventurous spirit, but it’s worth the effort.

As we head into Memorial Day and the effective start to summer for County, expect tens of thousands of people to flock to our incredible array of state parks and beaches. From Big Basin ...

On Thursday, May 29th, 2025, twenty-four volunteers joined representatives from Santa Barbara Channelkeeper, Island Packers, ...

More than a thousand people stood in protest in the sand on Saturday at Main Beach in Santa Cruz to create a human banner ...

On Tuesday, cyclists will travel south on U.S. 101 from King City to the Mid-State Fairgrounds in Paso Robles. On Wednesday, ...

Together with his partner, Rob Lissner, South Bay local Allen Sanford has restored the crumbling Redondo Harbor after years ...

Every September, when the annual fair returns to the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds, attendees can expect to see tons of ...

Terry had a quiet demeanor, yet created profound kinship with a broad spectrum of people and formed lifelong bonds with friends going back to Santa Cruz High. His smile had no pretense — always ...

you can pay for parking at the Santa Cruz Wharf. Or you can try and find a free spot on Swanton Boulevard, near Natural Bridges State Park or at Lighthouse Field State Beach. For more information ...

Delta bass hitting , Alan Fong reported. Shaver kokanee action good, Dick Nichols said. New Melones kokanee on fire, Kyle ...

The best time to visit Santa Cruz is from September through November ... butterflies who overwinter at Natural Bridges State Beach. The months between April and May are characterized by mounting ...