Soquel, California: Skyballs
Four large sky-blue concrete balls appear to be rolling down a park hill. It's art that practically begs for visitor gag-photo interaction.
- Address:
- 461 Old San Jose Rd, Soquel, CA
- Directions:
- From Hwy 1 take the Bay/Porter exit, go away from the ocean. Continue on Porter until it turns into Old San Jose Rd. Look for the park on your left after Soquel High School.
- Hours:
- Gated after dark. Local health policies may affect hours and access.
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Designed by artists Steve Gillman and Katherine Keefer in 2001, four sky-blue balls appear to be rolling down the gently sloping hill. A team of artists constructed the 8-9 foot diameter concrete spheres. A great place to take a "Sisyphus" photo.
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