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

Katie C. • March 30, 2019Friday nights in the summer can be really busy, but fun. The view of the wharf is always nice. I wish people packed out their trash more.

Saundra A. • May 19, 2012Always loved to be here. Shopping on the Boardwalk, enjoying the sun on the sand, walking in the waves. Enjoy it now best with my daughter! Still enjoy the rollercoaster and the ferris wheel!

Erin S. • January 18, 2015This beach is near the boardwalk but FAR less crowded

Amy L. • April 19, 2016Great views, nice Beach to walk and just sit and relax.

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

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. • 4 days agoWatch 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/

Chris T. • August 11, 2018Water refilling station

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

Bodarron L. • December 21, 2013best slides in town!

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.

Matt M. • June 13, 2011Do the "moonlight" tour. While it isn't exactly moonlight, it is at sunset and the light and conditions are superb. Great guides as well.