the nature-worshiping, fun-loving adventurer’s guide
A 2.5-mile bike and pedestrian path skirting the cliffs.
Editor's note: The next king tide in the Santa Cruz area takes place on Friday, Feb. 9. Tide pool viewing will be extra-good from Wednesday through the weekend.
As the mysterious sea star wasting syndrome shows, life ebbs and flows in the tide pools around Santa Cruz.
Cousin of sea stars, favorite meal of otters.
Because sea stars, anemones and chitons are really good at hiding.
Possibly the ultimate Santa Cruz beach.
Secluded coves and tidepooling on the North Coast.
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