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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

7 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 Santa Cruz

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1 Chaminade Ln Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 3.785.446 ₫ per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
3.785.446 ₫
5.416.218 ₫ total
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
It is a really great place to feel you're escaping the rigours of life.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Chaminade Resort & Spa
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
611 Ocean St Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 2.970.612 ₫ per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
2.970.612 ₫
3.441.019 ₫ total
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,224 reviews)
The rooms need a lot of help. The fact that they have pets allowed in the rooms, makes it feel dirty. They try to make it feel current and clean by having laminate floors, which in turn makes it feel old and dirty instead. The rooms are not cozy at all. The bed was comfortable, the staff was nice. ...

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4 out of 5
175 W Cliff Dr Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 6.488.442 ₫ per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
6.488.442 ₫
7.387.848 ₫ total
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Beautiful views, super location, fun and funky decor, great restaurant, amazing staff who went above and beyond to add birthday treats to our room for my daughter. Add in a heated pool, hot tub, and happy hour - just perfect for a winter getaway. We loved it and will definitely be back.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
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Popular places to visit

The place where you can't stay straight.

Mystery Spot

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
Pier at Santa Cruz, California

Santa Cruz Wharf

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
EN5XP1 Street scene in autumn with shops art galleries on Ocean Avenue Carmel Monterey County California

Ocean Street

During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Ocean Street. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Ocean Street

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