Fishing Pier · Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Wharf
Beach shops, seafood restaurants, sea lions & fishing draw crowds to this landmark bayside pier.
While you're nearby
- OutdoorsNatural Bridges State Beach
Compact sandy patch with rock bridges & tidepools, popular for spotting seabirds, whales & seals.
- Arts & CultureSanta Cruz Surfing Museum
Rotating exhibits on surfing culture & local history housed in a historic, preserved lighthouse.
- OutdoorsLighthouse Field State Beach
Iconic spot with a lighthouse offers a variety of vistas & pathways for dog walking & strolling.
- Food & DrinkShrine Coffee
Scout verified August 2026
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