Manresa State Beach
Manresa State Beach is a day-use facility in the La Selva Beach area near Watsonville, CA. The main day...
Beaches in Watsonville
Sunset State Beach
Sunset State Beach is located on Monterey Bay west of the inland city of Watsonville, California. This is a...
Palm Beach & Pajaro Dunes
Palm Beach is a day use area of Sunset State Beach that has a separate entrance from the main...
Manresa Uplands Beach (Sand Dollar Beach)
The Manresa Uplands Campground unit of Manresa State Beach has a separate entrance south of La Selva Beach, CA....
La Selva Beach
La Selva Beach is a private beach with public access near Watsonville. The beachfront community with the same name...
Explore Watsonville
Nearby Hotels
Pajaro Dunes Resort
Secluded and gated, Pajaro Dunes Resort presents a selection of vacation rentals, including beach homes, townhomes and condos, ideal...
At the Dunes - Vacation Rentals at Pajaro Dunes
Pajaro Dunes is a getaway destination near the center of Monterey Bay. It’s far from the hustle and bustle...
Santa Cruz-Monterey Bay KOA Campground & Cabins
At this KOA near the shores of Monterey Bay and just a short drive south of Santa Cruz they...
Nearby Attractions
Gilroy Gardens
Gilroy Gardens is the brain child of Michael Bonfante, owner of a chain of northern California Nob Hill grocery...
Elkhorn Slough
Elkhorn Slough is an ecological reserve that provides habitat for plants and animals, including more than 340 species of...
About Watsonville
Perhaps best known for its crops, including strawberries and apples, the city of Watsonville also provides an attractive beach town for those searching for near-perfect temperatures. Sunset State Beach is a popular spot with tourists for its large dunes, scenic surroundings and availability of campsites. Palm Beach, also part of Sunset State Beach, is a long beach tucked between two neighborhoods, offering fantastic spots for enjoying a picnic lunch. It’s also a prime location for avoiding the crowds.
