University Terrace Park

  • University Terrace Park

  • Address: Nobel Dr. & Meder St., Santa Cruz, California 95060
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  • Phone Number: (831) 420-5270

University Terrace Park

This area is fenced and off-leash times are sunrise to sunset.

The designated off-leash area is located at the second entrance at Nobel Drive and Meder Street. 

-Courtesy of Santa Cruz Parks & Recreation
 

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