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Santa Cruz County beaches offer the perfect setting for seaside fun. Whether you enjoy surfing, playing beach volleyball, or hiking along the coastal bluffs, our beaches offer something for everyone. Looking for a dog-friendly beach, a place to picnic with the kids, or the perfect place for a romantic sunset stroll? From dramatic windswept cliffs to the charming ambiance of a picturesque seaside town, you're sure to find a beach in Santa Cruz County that is unforgettable. Check out our complete list of Santa Cruz County beaches below, or see a list of the best beaches for your favorite activity! Read more...
Beaches
Pleasure Point Beach
This coastal access point is a popular Santa Cruz surf spot.
Santa Cruz, CA | 831.454.7956 | visit web site | more info
Beaches
Rio Del Mar Beach
A wide strip of clean sand. Nearby shopping and restaurants. Dogs allowed on leashes. Lifeguards in the summer. Day-use fee for platform area.
Aptos, CA | 831.685.6500 | visit web site | more info
Beaches
Santa Cruz Harbor Beach
Harbor Beach is a beautiful beach adjacent to Santa Cruz Harbor and Twin Lakes State Beach. It has volleyball courts, catamaran storage and restaurants & shops located nearby.
Santa Cruz, CA | 831.475.6161 | visit web site | more info
Beaches
Seabright Beach
A long sandy beach between the Boardwalk and the Santa Cruz Harbor. Fire rings available. Dogs permitted on leashes. Restrooms and outdoor showers.
Santa Cruz, CA | 831.427.4868 | visit web site | more info
Beaches
Seacliff State Beach
This long stretch of sand has great accessible facilities including picnic areas, an interpretive center and RV camping. Day-use fee. Camping reservations suggested year-round.
Aptos, CA | 831.685.6500 (Visitors Ctr) | visit web site | more info
