Day 056: Santa Cruz, California — Surfboards Are Cars & Sea Lions Steal Picnics

Surfboards Are Cars & Sea Lions Steal Picnics

The Santa Cruz entry is a compact surf-town guide built around the Boardwalk, the Giant Dipper, Cowell’s Beach, Steamer Lane, wharf sea lions and Natural Bridges.

Quick facts from the compilation

• Santa Cruz is a beach town rather than a cruise-dock destination.
• The source highlights the Giant Dipper, Boardwalk, surfboard rentals at Cowell’s Beach and sea lions on the wharf.
• Natural Bridges is included for coastal scenery and monarch butterflies in season.

Coco’s Santa Cruz route

Start at the Boardwalk and Giant Dipper, move to Cowell’s Beach for a surf lesson and Steamer Lane for the classic surf view, then head to the wharf for sea lions and a clam-chowder bread bowl. Finish with Natural Bridges, the Surf Museum and a West Cliff sunset.

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