• Elkhorn Slough is one of California’s largest wetlands and part of a National Estuary Reserve located near Moss Landing, California, just a short trip from the Santa Cruz area and the Monterey Peninsula.
• Monterey Bay Aquarium is dedicated to inspiring ocean conservation. Find out more about how we approach our mission.
• Monterey Fishermans Wharf Enjoy a wide variety of shops and restaurants or charter a boat for fishing or whale watching.
• Roaring Camp deep in the heart of the magnificent redwood forests of California’s scenic Santa Cruz Mountains, south of San Francisco and north of the beautiful Monterey Bay, is America’s last steam-powered passenger railroad with year-round passenger train service: the historic Roaring Camp & Big Trees Narrow-Gauge Railroad.
• Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Located on a mile-long stretch of beach between Monterey and San Francisco, the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is your admission-free hot spot for beach vibes and classic rides!
• Santa Cruz Fishermans Wharf hosts a variety of shops, restaurants and charter boats for fishing or whale watching.
• Santa Cruz Mystery Spot can’t be explained. It can’t be described. It can only be experienced, and we welcome you to do just that, all year round!
• Mission San Juan Bautista was built in the 1800’s and this mission has been in continuous use since July 1, 1812. Enjoy the day strolling around the grounds and browsing through the local antique shops.