The Best Central California Beaches
- Laguna Creek Beach
- Mitchell Cove Beach
- Andrew Molera State Park
- Cayucos State Beach
- Fort Ord Dunes State Park Beach
- Garrapata State Park Beach
- Fan Shell Beach
- Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes National Wildlife Refuge
- Jalama Beach County Park
- Manresa State Beach
- Marina State Beach
- Moss Landing State Beach
- Twin Lakes State Beach
- New Brighton State Beach
- Central California beach map
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Laguna Creek Beach is within Coast Dairies State Park in Santa Cruz on Cabrillo Hwy. It is popular for sunbathing, birdwatching, exploring tidal pools and surfing. It is also unofficially a naturist clothing-optional beach, just so you know.
There is a free parking lot at the north entrance of Laguna Road off Hwy 1. Cross the highway and look for a well-trod trail through the vegetation. Cross the railroad… read more »
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The Santa Cruz beach of Mitchell's Cove is marked by a pinnacle of sandstone that stands right at the centre of its sands. South facing, much of the depth of the beach is lost during high tide, although there is the possibility of catching sight of migrating grey whales.
Free parking is available at the top of the steps that lead down the cliff to the beach, between the turnings… read more »
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This is the largest state park along the Big Sur coast and since it boasts over 20 miles of hiking trails, it's the perfect destination for avid trekkers.
Here, you'll find open meadows, high ridges, groves of sycamore and redwood trees, a river, many trails, and one of the best beaches to explore in the area.
The beach itself isn't the most accessible, and takes a little effort to get to, but… read more »
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