Suggestions for Landmarks and Outdoors near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz

Pat L. • October 27, 2012When the weather is great this beach is fantastic with sun, fun, and food!

Sunny =) • July 18, 2015Get some of the fresh cinnamon nuts...so good! Mixed bag is the best!

Yogesh A. • August 16, 2011A very good sunset view from this location

Aneesa V. • March 17, 2013perfect spot for beginner surfers but check Surfline for conditions so you go at the right time!

Trish P. • April 5, 2015Lovely beach with bathrooms near the museum and views of the boardwalk.

Sheri S. • September 1, 2011The side of the park with the basketball court is an off-leash dog park, so bring your pooch and let it play with the other dogs.

Marek M. • October 1, 2014Some people prefer the Atlantic coast because it is more pleasant and accommodating but I love the moody, rough Pacific.

Kent S. • May 18Watch out for the guillotine on the Haunted Castle. I actually got decapitated! 🫨

Alex P. • August 10, 2017Great park. There's a ⚽️ pitch here, rarely occupied, with lots of solid AstroTurf. Not much other than plenty of parking otherwise.

Martin W. • August 13, 2017Lots of deals relaxing in the sun!

Ryan P. • May 5, 2013The sea lions are so cool and up close. Such a great place to watch them from.

Skatin I. • January 4, 2013LOVED IT - visiting from Australia. We put some pics and a review up here: http://skatin.it/santa-cruz-skatepark/

Tanya B. • February 5, 2021Check it out in the evening, there are thousands of frogs all croaking and making so much noise- it's pretty cool!

Chris T. • August 11, 2018Water refilling station

Matthew W. • July 11, 2013Great place to bring your dog to play. You don't need to bring a leash.

Matthew W. • July 13, 2013Great place to play bball, not very many people go there. Great if you want to play alone!

Marek M. • September 26, 2014Fun walk on the south side of Santa Cruz harbor. Good to do it early before the runners and traffic arrives... fabulous sunrises.