Santa Cruz County Travel Guide

California
Santa Cruz which includes water sports

Popular cities in Santa Cruz County

Santa Cruz showing rocky coastline, a sandy beach and general coastal views
Santa Cruz
Known for Walking, Beaches and Sea
This Californian city attracts visitors looking for sun and sand, and has one of the strongest surfing cultures in the country.

Reasons to visit

  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
  • Pleasure Point Park
  • Mystery Spot
Aptos
Aptos
Known for Beaches, Dining and Family-friendly
Experience the beaches, seaside and sunsets in Aptos!

Reasons to visit

  • Rio Del Mar Beach
  • Seacliff State Beach
  • New Brighton State Beach
Davenport
Davenport
Known for Dining, Friendly people and Sea
Experience the seaside, bars and beaches in Davenport!

Reasons to visit

  • Shark Fin Cove
  • Scott Creek Beach
  • West Waddell Creek State Wilderness
Los Gatos
Los Gatos
Known for Dining, Shopping and Family-friendly
Los Gatos is calling! Discover its dining, hiking, wineries and more.

Reasons to visit

  • Vasona Lake County Park
  • Regale Winery and Vineyards
Capitola
Capitola
Known for Beaches, Dining and Shopping
Experience quaint Capitola: its beaches, oceanfront, art and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Capitola Beach
  • Hooper Beach
Watsonville
Watsonville
Known for Beaches, Sports and Biking
Trip time! Discover the baseball, beaches and surfing in Watsonville.

Reasons to visit

  • Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve