Santa Cruz
Where California surf culture meets redwood forests and boardwalk nostalgia.
Santa Cruz blends legendary surfing, a historic beach boardwalk, and nearby redwood forests into Northern California's ultimate coastal getaway.
Highlights
- Historic Beach Boardwalk
- Steamer Lane world-class surf
- Natural Bridges State Beach
- Giant Dipper wooden coaster
- Redwood forest day trips
- Santa Cruz Wharf
Best Time to Visit
Late spring through early fall offers the warmest weather. Fall brings the best surf conditions and monarch butterflies at Natural Bridges.
Language: English · Currency: US Dollar (USD, $)