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ADVOCATES

FOR NISENE MARKS STATE PARK

We are a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering and maintaining the Forest of Nisene Marks State Park for everyone to enjoy.

Our Mission

The Advocates for Nisene Marks eagerly supports California State Parks to preserve, maintain, and expand this remarkable natural resource for the education, recreation, and inspiration of our broad Santa Cruz community and our visitors.

Group trail day photo
Group trail day photo
Group trail day photo

Volunteer in the Park

Trail Days are the 3rd Sunday of every month, weather permitting (Except December)

Specialized Work Days are planned throughout the year.

Watch this site to discover all of our immersive forest experiences.

​Upcoming Trail and Work Day Events

February Trail Day

Nisene Marks State Park

Feb. 15, 2026

9:30am PT

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Native Forest Restoration

Nisene Marks State Park

March 1, 2026

9:30am PT

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March Trail Day

Nisene Marks State Park

March 15, 2026

9:30am PT

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What We're Up To

Nisene Marks Park Recreation

Maple Falls in the Forest of Nisene Marks State Park
Biking Trail in the Forest of Nisene Marks State Park
Creek to explore in the Forest of Nisene Marks State Park

Newsletter

Explore Our Interactive Park Map

LOCATION

Aptos Creek Rd,

Aptos, CA 95003

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PARK HOURS

7 Days a Week

Sunrise - Sunset 

 

About Us

The Advocates for Nisene Marks State Park is a nonprofit, tax-exempt charitable organization (tax identification number 77-0331964) under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law.

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