Best Outdoor Activities for Kids in Santa Cruz
2 outdoor adventures for families in Santa Cruz. Parks, trails, playgrounds, and fresh-air fun for every age group.
1 listing is free. Every listing includes age ratings, stroller access, and parent tips.
Top Picks
#1
LEO’s Haven Accessible Playground
4.9 starsA fully accessible, inclusive playground designed for children of all abilities, with wheelchair-accessible structures, sensory features, and play ele
0–12FreeOutdoor$0 — free accessible playground
#2
Natural Bridges Monarch Trail
4.6 starsDuring monarch season (October–February), the eucalyptus grove overhead literally glows orange with thousands of butterflies, it's one of the most mag
2–17Outdoor~$10 day-use parking fee at Natural Bridges State Beach; trail walking is free
FreeLEO’s Haven Accessible Playground
Ages: 0–12
OutdoorStroller-Friendly
Partially FreeNatural Bridges Monarch Trail
4.6(392)
Ages: 2–17
Outdoor
Common Questions
- What are the best outdoor activities for kids in Santa Cruz?
- 2 outdoor family activities in Santa Cruz. Highest rated: LEO’s Haven Accessible Playground, Natural Bridges Monarch Trail. Parks, trails, playgrounds, and more.
- Are there free outdoor things to do with kids in Santa Cruz?
- 1 outdoor activity in Santa Cruz is free, including LEO’s Haven Accessible Playground.
- How many outdoor activities in Santa Cruz are stroller-friendly?
- 1 of the 2 outdoor activities in Santa Cruz is fully stroller-friendly.
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