About Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz County is located on California’s Central Coast, 65 miles south of San Francisco and 35 miles north of Monterey. Situated on the northern side of Monterey Bay and hugged by redwood forested mountains

About Santa Cruz County - Visit Santa Cruz CountyLOCATION Santa Cruz County is located on California’s Central Coast, 65 miles south of San Francisco and 35 miles north of Monterey. Situated on the northern side of Monterey Bay and hugged by redwood forested mountains, Santa Cruz County has 29 miles of beaches and an extraordinary number of state parks and beaches – 14

From beachside boardwalks to redwood forests to waves of surfers’ dreams, this iconic coastal community makes for an unforgettable trip

Five Amazing Things to Do in Santa Cruz, CaliforniaHead to Surf City to kayak with whales, hike among the redwoods, surf on classic breaks, and stay at a world-famous hotel.