Depot Bike Park Reopens with New Ramps, Nov. 18 Ribbon Cutting

Published on November 10, 2026

Santa Cruz celebrates Depot Bike Park reopening with November 18 ribbon cutting

New and renovated ramps give riders more ways to build their skills

SANTA CRUZ, CA — The City of Santa Cruz invites riders, families and neighbors to celebrate the reopening of Depot Bike Park on Wednesday, November 18, from 2 to 3 p.m. Guests will gather at the bike park entrance at Depot Park, 119 Center Street. A short program will begin at 2:05 p.m., with the ribbon-cutting planned for about 2:15 p.m. After the ceremony, guests can try the updated course or watch local riders in action.

Parks & Recreation worked with American Ramp Company to turn feedback from local riders into a design with smoother transitions between features. The improvements give beginners a place to practice and more experienced riders new features to try.

“We reached out to local riders because they know this park and had ideas about how to make it better,” said Mike Godsy, parks superintendent. “Our team worked with American Ramp Company to put that feedback into the design. Now there’s more room for beginners to get comfortable and for riders to take on new challenges as their skills grow. The people who ride here helped shape a park they can be proud of.”

The City recognizes Jacob Hyde, Lee Faraola and Andrew Clifton for sharing recommendations from the local cycling community that helped shape the design. Senior Park Planner Noah Downing and Community Parks Supervisor Steve Gomez led the project.

The City funded the project with district Quimby funds and General Fund support. The $276,000 project budget covered design, new and renovated ramps, an asphalt slurry seal, updated signage and fence work.

If weather requires postponement, the City will announce a new date once confirmed.