Park · Santa Cruz
Natural Bridges State Beach
Compact sandy patch with rock bridges & tidepools, popular for spotting seabirds, whales & seals.
While you're nearby
- Arts & CultureSeymour Marine Discovery Center
Interactive marine science museum & aquarium, with hands-on exhibits, a touch pool & a gift shop.
- FamilyMark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse
- Arts & CultureSanta Cruz Surfing Museum
Rotating exhibits on surfing culture & local history housed in a historic, preserved lighthouse.
- Food & DrinkShrine Coffee
Scout verified August 2026
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