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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

7 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 Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay.

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Top hotels in Lower Ocean

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

2 out of 5
619 Riverside Ave Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$82 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
S$82
19 Feb - 20 Feb
includes taxes & fees
7.8/10 Good! (1,016 reviews)
The rooms are clean and simple and the beds are comfortable. We love the hot tub and pool, it’s a good place to stay if pn

Reviewed on 9 Feb, 2026

Surf City Inn and Suites
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

2 out of 5
505 Riverside Avenue Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundable
The price is S$91 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
S$91
19 Feb - 20 Feb
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very Good! (863 reviews)
Was not expexting 2 rooms each with a bed. Location was perfect. Price was exceptional for what was received

Reviewed on 8 Feb, 2026

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares

2.5 out of 5
600 Riverside Ave Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundable
The price is S$104 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
S$104
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
6.6/10 (1,000 reviews)
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Reviewed on 10 Feb, 2026

Hotel Solares
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Popular places to visit

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Ocean Street

During your visit to Santa Cruz, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Ocean Street. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Ocean Street

Things to do

Capitola Private 2-Hour Walking Tour

Capitola Private Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

S$6
per traveller
Capitola Private Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz

Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz

S$177
per adult
Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz
Beginner Outdoor Rock Climbing - Bay Area

Beginner Outdoor Rock Climbing - Bay Area

S$164
per adult
Beginner Outdoor Rock Climbing - Bay Area
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