This pleasant and relaxing family-friendly beach is conveniently located close to shops and dining. It tends to be clean and quiet.
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This pleasant and relaxing family-friendly beach is conveniently located close to shops and dining. It tends to be clean and quiet.
Once a logging site in the '20s, this state park is home to sweeping Redwood forests and features two popular attractions: Five Finger Falls and the epicenter of the Loma Prieta Earthquake in 1989.
It's a nice day at the park! Gather around the picnic area and barbecue pits or take a walk through the Friendship Garden. With an instructional pool and six ball fields, Harvey West Park is also a popular destination for swimming and sports.
A popular destination for surfers, tourists, and animals! When you're catching waves at Steamer Lane or visiting the Santa Cruz Surfing Museum, say hello to a sea lion or get lucky with migrating Monarch butterflies and rare Black Swifts.
Visit this hidden gem while in Santa Cruz to see the monarch butterfly migration and habitats and the beautiful natural bridge. With plenty of parking, this beach makes a great stop for picnics and fun.
This oceanfront amusement park offers fun for the whole family, including rides, games, and carnival snacks. Spend a day enjoying lighthearted fun and nostalgia.
With a beautiful view of the harbor and lighthouse, this beach is a favorite for patrons eating at nearby restaurants and shops, beachgoers looking for a game of volleyball, or small boat owners using the harbor.
This beach is unique for harboring a ship, the S.S. Palo Alto. Although the concrete freighter is closed to the public, there are plenty of other activities to explore, like fishing on the pier, surfing, swimming, and even dolphin-spotting!
This relaxing stretch of beach is a great place to watch the surfers during the day or the moon at night. Park on one end and stroll the length or simply drive along the road and enjoy the views.
Previously a dairy ranch, this state park provides spectacular oceanside views of the cliffs and surf with a nice coastal walk. Visit the Victorian home to learn about the history of the ranching property.