Boulder Creek Recreation and Park District & SLV History
The Boulder Creek Recreation and Park District was established in 1959 in Boulder Creek Ca.
Boulder Creek is located on the North end of the San Lorenzo Valley within the Santa Cruz Mountains.
Historically Boulder Creek served as the upper terminus of the San Lorenzo Valley Logging
Flume terminating in Felton, which began construction in 1874 and when formally opened
in October 1875. It was augmented by a new rail line to transport logs to the wharf in Santa Cruz.
In 1870, the South Pacific Coast Railroad began carrying freight and passengers across the
Santa Cruz Mountains to the beaches of Santa Cruz. This was a monumental undertaking that
started as a dream and became a reality that changed the lives of everyone who lived in the
Bay Area. A trip to Santa Cruz from San Francisco had traditionally taken several days by
way of stagecoach, now day excursions were offered.
The region has served as a tourist haven for many years and is home to Big Basin State Park. Big Basin is California's oldest State Park, established in 1902, earning its designation as a California Historical Landmark. Its original 3,800 acres have been increased over the years to over 18,000 acres of Redwood forests.
Boulder Creek is a lovely community full of talented artists, musicians, and great history. A walk though Boulder Creek is a must if you are visiting for the first time, or have lived in the area for years, it is a special experience with great locally owned shops and fun old timey architecture.
The Boulder Creek Recreation Hall is located in town behind the Fire Station at 13333 Middleton Ave. there are two small playgrounds, a gymnasium, and multipurpose annex room. The BCRPD office is also located at this location. The Rec. Hall serves as a community space for families to gather as well as a great place for fun programs and events.
The BCRPD also maintains three community parks within the district:
Barbara Day Park (The Dam)
Junction Park
Garrahan Park
BCRPD strives to be at the heart of the community we hope you will visit us soon and or check out some other great groups within the SLV.
Mountain Arts Center
San Lorenzo Valley Museum
Boulder Creek Business Association
Big Basin State Park
YMCA Camp Campbell
Boulder Creek Country Club
Odd Fellows Hall
Kenpo Academy
Barbara Day Park
Barbara Day Park is located at the bridge in Boulder Creek on Irwin Way and E. Lomond Street. This is a pocket park located at the old Dam site. The Boulder Creek Dam was lasted dammed in 1997 during May- September, but is no longer in operation due to Fish and Wildlife river conservation efforts and environmental water Ca state restrictions. For more information you can look at http://www.fws.gov.
River Access
Rocky Beach
Junction Park
Junction Park is located in downtown Boulder Creek at the corner of Middleton Ave. and Junction Ave. The park is a great river park located at the junction of Boulder Creek and San Lorenzo River. The river runs all year, but can be very shallow July- November before the winter / spring rains.
http://coastal-watershed.org/sanlorenzoriver/riverbackground/
River access
BBQ pits
Picnic area
Outdoor small pavilion
Seasonal porta potty
Private party and event rentals available
Lisabeth Ann Garrahan Memorial Park
Garrahan Park is located off of Hwy 9 at 15555 Hwy 9 North of Boulder Creek.
The park was originally purchased from Allen and Lisabeth Garrahan in September 1982. Since this time the BCRPD was able to remodel the park in 2010-11 with state grant monies. The remodel was completed with the help of volunteers in the community and was made possible with the assistance of many local construction companies and families.
Playing Field
Playgrounds
BBQ Pit
Porta Potty
Walking Track
Outdoor Fitness Project
Boulder Creek Rec. Hall
Boulder Creek Recreation and Park District is located behind the Fire Station in downtown Boulder Creek the physical address is 13333 Middleton Ave.