Walking - The Green Way To Get Around Campus

If you’re able, walking is one of the quickest ways to travel short distances on campus. Bypass the roads and cut through campus on one of the scenic walking paths and discover some of the unique features that make UC Santa Cruz so special!

It's Easy Being Green

Active transportation like walking greatly reduces your carbon footprint and greenhouse gas emissions. Even changing one trip from driving or taking transit can improve your carbon footprint and reduce impact on campus shuttles…not to mention getting some fresh air and exercise!

Watch Where You're Going

Lots of people use the walking paths and sidewalks, so it’s beneficial to be a conscientious traveler:

• If traveling in a group, make sure you don’t block the path for those traveling the opposite direction or wanting to pass. 
• Keep headphone volume low enough to hear your surroundings and stay aware of passing cyclists or other pedestrians.
• Stay out of bike lanes and off the downhill portion of the bike path. The uphill portion has a pedestrian lane that can be used in both directions. 
• Wait for buses to leave their stop before crossing in from of them
• Pay attention to traffic and traffic flow; if you can, help ease a traffic backup by letting a car go through.

PDF of UCSC Walking Routes and Distances

Download a copy of the Campus Walking Map and start exploring!