Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

About Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

The only surviving building of California's twelfth mission — a restored adobe that housed Native workers and their families. The site is interpreted through Ohlone and Yokuts eyes.

Things to do

• 🧭 Geocaching

Amenities & facilities

• 🌿 Nature Center
• 🌞 Day Use Only

Hours

Hours as published by California State Parks. Check the official page before a long drive.

Contact

Upcoming events at Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

• Time Flies: Phases of the MoonJul 30, 2026
• Jump the Tiger! The game of FAROAug 06, 2026

Event details and registration are on the California State Parks calendar.

🎒 Gear up for Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

Popular gear for what this park offers:

• Handheld GPS
• Bug spray
• Compasses
• Sunscreen
• First aid kit
• Water bottles

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Nearby state parks

• Lighthouse Field State Beach
• Twin Lakes State Beach
• Natural Bridges State Beach
• Wilder Ranch State Park
• Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
• New Brighton State Beach