Simpkins Family Swim Center re-opened in June 2022 after major rennovations on the 50m pool, pool deck, and pump room facilities. 

Lap Swimming is available at Simpkins Swim Center whenever the facility is open. All swimming is drop-in.  Please see links above to the most current schedule.

Please see links above to the schedules for Adult Fitness coached lap swim workouts, and Water Aerobics classes at Simpkins Family Swim Center. 

Please see links above to the current Warm Water Pool Open Swim & Rec Swim schedule 

Please see links above to the current schedule of Open Swim, Rec Swim, and Low Stimulation swim hours in the Warm Water Pool.

Due to staffing shortage, group and private staff swim lessons are currently not available. Private contractor lessons are available on a very limited basis. Please contact us for more information.  

Summer 2021 Aquatics Camps registration began April 3, 2021 with limited capacity. All spots are currently filled.

All classes are drop-in with no capacity restrictions. Please see link above to the webpage with information and schedule of Water Aerobics Classes at Simpkins Family Swim Center

Lifeguard training runs seasonally! Courses are a blend of virtual learning and in-person practical skills classes.

Join our team of certified lifeguards and head lifeguards! Check here to see if the Swim Center is hiring.

Registration is now open for before and afterschool programs at Mar Vista Elementary School and La Selva Beach Clubhouse.

Kreative Kids Preschool at Wilder Hall is open for registration.

Explore County Parks Virtual Recreation Center for a library of pre-recorded fitness classes, art classes and more!

There are no COVID-19 restrictions on outdoor class permits at this time. Restrictions are subject to change at any time.

There are no COVID-19 restrictions on outdoor ceremonies at this time. Restrictions are subject to change at any time.

Athletic fields and sports courts are available. There are no COVID-19 restrictions on outdoor use at this time. Restrictions are subject to change at any time.

Picnic areas reservations are now available. There are no COVID-19 restrictions on outdoor picnic area use at this time. Restrictions are subject to change at any time.

Reservations and rental options are available. There are no COVID-19 restrictions on indoor events for less than 5,000 people and outdoor events for less than 10,000 people at this time. Restrictions are subject to change at anytime.

Meeting rooms are available for reservation. There are no COVID-19 restrictions on meeting rooms at this time. Restrictions are subject to change at any time.

Reservations and rental options are available. There are no COVID-19 restrictions on indoor events for less than 5,000 people and outdoor events for less than 10,000 people at this time. Restrictions are subject to change at anytime.

Wedding reservations for indoor and outdoor facilities are available. Outdoor ceremonies are also available. There are no COVID-19 restrictions on weddings at this time. Restrictions are subject to change at any time.

Santa Cruz County Parks offer unique opportunities for commemorating loved ones, renting garden plots, placing your horse in a private horse stall and more! There are currently no COVID-19 restrictions at this time. Restrictions are subject to change at any time.

Interested in volunteering with County Parks? Volunteer opportunities are subject to current County and State COVID-19 Guidelines. Please note, all volunteers receive project coordination, safety orientation, and materials needed for the specific project from the Santa Cruz County Parks Department prior to the start of their service.