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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 Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

3 out of 5
550 2nd St Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 2.847.172 ₫ per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
2.847.172 ₫
3.302.144 ₫ total
10 Feb - 11 Feb
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,257 reviews)
Wonderful visit.

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
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 3.168.950 ₫ per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
3.168.950 ₫
3.663.200 ₫ total
9 Feb - 10 Feb
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,211 reviews)
Room was clean and the beds were comfortable

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
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 4.183.123 ₫ per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
4.183.123 ₫
5.857.411 ₫ total
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Restaurant and hotel staff were very friendly.

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Chaminade Resort & Spa
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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
Pier at Santa Cruz, California

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
CWFJJA USA California CA Santa Cruz clock tower and trolley on Pacific Avenue

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

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