Parks & Recreation
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Go Play Outside!
Moore Creek Preserve has few people and big views. Explore more beautiful Santa Cruz beaches and parks.
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Greyhound Rock
Secluded coves and tidepooling on the North Coast.
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Henry Cowell
The easiest way to see some of the world's biggest trees.
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Land of Medicine Buddha
Deserted trails and a vision of Tibet.
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Loch Lomond
Fishing and boating among the redwoods.
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Manresa State Beach
Miles of empty beach in either direction.
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Manresa Upland Campground
One of California's most scenic.
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Moore Creek Preserve
Huge views and zero crowds.
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Moss Landing Surf Break
Consistent, heavy beach break.
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Natural Bridges State Beach
Possibly the ultimate Santa Cruz beach.
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New Brighton SB
Million-dollar views from a campground overlooking the bay.
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Panther Beach
The magic and power of waves and rocks.
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Pinnacles NP
Dramatic volcanic spires and soaring California condors
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Pleasure Point
A big bowl of coldwater love on the Eastside.
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Pogonip
The call of the wild inside city limits.