Students gather in a circle behind Seymour Center in Santa Cruz, CA

Maps

Maps

Younger Lagoon Reserve is located on UC Santa Cruz’s Coastal Science Campus.  It is comprised of two parts: the original 25-acre lagoon, and the 47-acre “Terrace Lands”.

The Terrace Lands are accessible via a network of public trails that are open from dawn till dusk.  There are overlooks and interpretative panels along the trails. The lagoon is accessible via guided tours led by docents from the Seymour Marine Discovery Center.

If you are interested in visiting the reserve for another reason, please inquire here. See our graphic map below or download it here.

Map of Younger Lagoon Reserve, Santa Cruz, CA
Last modified: Jul 18, 2025