Fishing Parks Near Santa Cruz

Discover 10 parks for fishing within driving distance of Santa Cruz

New Brighton State Beach

Capitola, California
6 miles away

"Santa Cruz residents enjoy quick access to New Brighton’s beaches and camping, making it a popular spot for day trips and weekend getaways."

A scenic blufftop park with sandy beaches, camping, and ocean views near Capitola.

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Seacliff State Beach

Aptos, California
8 miles away

"Santa Cruz residents enjoy quick access to Seacliff’s sandy beaches and unique attractions, making it a popular spot for day trips and family outings."

Seacliff State Beach is a popular coastal park featuring sandy beaches, a historic ship, and family-friendly amenities.

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Bean Hollow State Beach

Pescadero, California
27 miles away

"Santa Cruz locals appreciate Bean Hollow's unique pebble beaches and quiet atmosphere, perfect for a relaxing coastal outing."

A picturesque coastal park with tide pools, pebble beaches, and ocean vistas.

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Zmudowski State Beach

Moss Landing, California
29 miles away

"Santa Cruz locals and tourists alike visit Zmudowski for its pristine sands and less-crowded beach experience."

A tranquil beach park known for fishing, birdwatching, and scenic coastal views.

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Moss Landing State Beach

Moss Landing, California
29 miles away

"Santa Cruz is famous for its boardwalk, surf culture, and redwood forests. Visitors often travel south to Moss Landing State Beach for wildlife viewing and quieter beaches."

A coastal park with sandy beaches, dunes, and abundant wildlife viewing near Monterey Bay.

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Salinas River State Beach

Moss Landing, California
29 miles away

"Santa Cruz locals and tourists enjoy exploring the dunes and bird habitats, making it a favorite for day trips and nature outings."

A serene beach park known for dunes, birdwatching, and fishing along Monterey Bay.

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Pescadero State Beach

Pescadero, California
34 miles away

"Santa Cruz visitors come for a change of scenery, exploring new beaches and the unique marsh habitats at Pescadero."

A scenic beach with sandy shores, tide pools, and wildlife viewing opportunities.

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Monterey State Beach

Monterey, California
43 miles away

"Santa Cruz is famous for its boardwalk and surf culture. Visitors from Santa Cruz enjoy day trips to Monterey State Beach for its calm waters and scenic beauty."

A scenic beach park on Monterey Bay, ideal for recreation and relaxation.

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San Gregorio State Beach

San Gregorio, California
46 miles away

"Santa Cruz visitors often explore San Gregorio for a change of scenery and to experience the unique bluffs and lagoon."

A picturesque coastal park with sandy beaches, bluffs, and a creekside lagoon.

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