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This is a small state park at the northern end of Santa Cruz' scenic West Cliff Drive and a little over a mile from the Boardwalk, wharf and Main Beach. A couple of times a year you can see Monarch butterflies during their migration. They are not in the numbers of years past, but you'll still see some. If you walk north towards the rocks during low tide you will find some amazing tidepools full of sea anenomes, sea urchins, starfish, crabs, hermit crabs, and all sorts of marine life. The tidepools are on a ledge, so the tide needs to be quite high

Westside Santa Cruz

8 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
4/5(31 area reviews)

Travellers to Westside Santa Cruz praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Monterey Bay and Pacific Avenue.

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Top hotels in Lower Ocean

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

2 out of 5
619 Riverside Ave Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 1.451.240 ₫ per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
1.451.240 ₫
1.853.890 ₫ total
11 Feb - 12 Feb
includes taxes & fees
7.8/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
clean room, did not encounter any problem during our stay

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Surf City Inn and Suites
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

2 out of 5
505 Riverside Avenue Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundable
The price is 1.565.750 ₫ per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
1.565.750 ₫
1.828.941 ₫ total
9 Feb - 10 Feb
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very Good! (861 reviews)
Clean, nice, cheap

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares

2.5 out of 5
600 Riverside Ave Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundable
The price is 1.486.294 ₫ per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
1.486.294 ₫
2.240.620 ₫ total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
6.6/10 (1,001 reviews)
This hotel is big and set in the middle of a busy block. The noise was a bit bothersome at night but I used a sound machine so I was on. They are doing a lot of remodeling and it does look very nice. Our room was brand new with all new furniture on the balcony and it’s tastefully done. We did have ...

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

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Popular places to visit

The place where you can't stay straight.

Mystery Spot

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Find out about the history of Santa Cruz when you take a trip to Mystery Spot. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.

Mystery Spot
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Santa Cruz Wharf

5/5(1 review)

After visiting Santa Cruz Wharf, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.

Santa Cruz Wharf
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Pacific Avenue

During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Pacific Avenue. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Pacific Avenue