Natural Bridges State Beach
California State Beach · Santa Cruz County
Natural Bridges State Beach entrance fee
$10 per vehicle
Natural Bridges State Beach hours
Park Hours: 8am to Sunset
Visitor Center Hours:
11 am to 4 pm
October 1 – January 31: Daily
February 1 – September 30: Friday through Monday
Hours as published by California State Parks. Check the official page before a long drive.
About Natural Bridges State Beach
A wave-carved sea arch, sheltered family beach and busy tide pools at the edge of Santa Cruz. Monarch butterflies overwinter in the eucalyptus grove behind the sand.
Things to do
- 🥾 Hiking
- 🚲 Biking
- 🐦 Birding
- 🧭 Geocaching
Amenities & facilities
- 🚻 Restrooms
- ♿ Accessible Facilities
- 🌞 Day Use Only
Contact
Phone831-423-4609
Address2531 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Upcoming events at Natural Bridges State Beach
Event details and registration are on the California State Parks calendar.
🎒 Gear up for Natural Bridges State Beach
Popular gear for what this park offers:
- Binoculars
- Hiking boots
- Bike helmets
- Handheld GPS
- Bug spray
- Spotting scopes
- Bird guides
- Daypacks
- Trekking poles
- Bike lights
- Compasses
- Sunscreen
- First aid kit
- Water bottles
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