Laguna Creek Beach

Laguna Creek Beach, near Santa Cruz, is a remote and wide sandy beach with a creek, wetlands, unique rocks, and wild waves. It is located just north of the infamous Red White and Blue Beach that is now closed and the new Sand Hill Bluff State Park which will open in the near future.

The parking lot is located at the north entrance to Laguna Road and Highway 1. At the north end of the parking lot carefully cross the road and look for a trail though tight vegetation. In a short distance it will open up and cross some railroad tracks and then connect to a wide trail (old road) that leads to the Laguna Creek Beach.

The biggest and best part of this beach is the southern section so continue on the loop at the end of the old road until you reach the larger beach next to Laguna Creek. If it’s a windy day, the protected smaller northern beach would be a better choice. Birds are a common sight here because of the lagoon wetlands behind the beach.

Laguna Creek Beach is considered by some to be a clothing-optional area, so be forewarned even though citations can be given.

Address

Laguna Rd and Cabrillo Hwy
Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Park Name

Coast Dairies State Park

Other Names

Laguna Creek State Beach

Owner

State Parks

Pet Details

No dogs allowed on the beach

Fees

Free parking

Activities

Birdwatching, Sunbathing, Tidepooling, Hiking, Surfing

Amenities

Lagoon, Tide Pools, Dunes, Wetlands, No Facilities

Links

Surfing Info & Web Cams
Water Temps
Tide Chart