Main Beach/Cowell Beach

(831) 420-6015
This sandy beach is ideal for volleyball, swimming, & surfing. Open sunrise—10pm.

Moran Lake Park

(831) 454-7956
This 9.2 acre regional park offers beach access and opportunities for picnicking, surfing and fishing. Open sunrise to sunset.

Natural Bridges State Beach

(831) 423-4609
The beach has low-tide tidepools and a natural arch. Open 8 a.m. to sunset.

Pleasure Point Beach

(831) 454-7956
This coastal access point is popular with surfers. Open sunrise to sunset.

Santa Cruz Harbor Beach

(831) 475-6161
This scenic beach is adjacent to Santa Cruz Harbor and Twin Lakes State Beach.

Seabright Beach

(831) 429-2850
A long, sandy beach between the Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Harbor. Fire rings available and leashed dogs permitted. Open daily 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Twin Lakes State Beach

(831) 429-2850
One of the warmest beaches in Santa Cruz, CA and a good location for bird watching. Outdoor showers and restrooms available. Open daily 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.