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“Outdoors & Recreation in Santa Cruz, CA”
Also known as Point Santa Cruz, this area forms the northern boundary of Monterey Bay. It is one of the last open headlands in any California urban area. Surfers, tourists, birds - including the rare Black Swift and wintering Monarch butterflies are drawn to this area. Sea lions populate the offshore rocks. This is one of the places where Monarch butterflies winter along the California coast. Monarchs are unique because they migrate each winter to avoid freezing weather. The Monarchs wintering here, come from west of the Rocky Mountains. Monarchs east of the Rockies go to central Mexico for the winter.
Came here to see the ocean and lighthouse views right before sunset on the Fourth of July. Very easy this time of day to find close parking spots. Relaxing way to end a busy day. Public bathrooms... Read more
Gorgeous Dog beach park close by and easy walking pathways with a Cafe by the restrooms with fish tacos and vegan cookies! Hee. What's not to love here?!? Hee. Plus during the summer time, you... Read more
Lighthouse Field State Beach has been my ultimate happy place ever since I moved to California. First off, it's stunning - I highly recommend visiting for sunset. Parking (which is free) is... Read more
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