Santa Cruz Beach, CA
Sunrise to Sunset
2104 miles
55
°F
0
2
mph
90
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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~4Beach Alerts
Dangerous Surf
Dangerous Surf: High waves present from 5 AM-10 AM — swimming not recommended
Tide Shift Notice
High Tide at 1:28 PM: Some shore areas may narrow
About This Beach
Santa Cruz Main Beach is a lively, family-friendly beach directly adjacent to the iconic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and pier. The beach itself offers a large expanse of sand, suitable for various activities like sunbathing, volleyball, and walking, with a mixture of calm and more active water areas. While the convenient location and proximity to amenities are popular, it's often crowded, especially during peak hours.
🅿️0 Parkings|🚶0 Entrances
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Beach Overview
Kid Friendly
Amenities
Stroller Friendly
Parking Nearby
Activities & Rentals
No activities or rentals available.
Beachgoers Reviews
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 4/19/2026, 4:45:00 AM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:00 | 55° | 0 | 2 mph | 0 |
| 05:00 | 55° | 0 | 2 mph | 0 |
| 06:00 | 54° | 0 | 2 mph | 0 |
| 07:00 | 53° | 0 | 3 mph | 0 |
| 08:00 | 55° | 1 | 3 mph | 0 |
| 09:00 | 57° | 2 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 10:00 | 59° | 3 | 5 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 4/19/2026, 4:45:00 AM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:00 | 59°F | 2.4 ft | 11s | ↓ S | -1.9 ft |
| 05:00 | 59°F | 2.4 ft | 11s | ↓ S | -3.0 ft |
| 06:00 | 59°F | 2.4 ft | 12s | ↓ S | -3.6 ft |
| 07:00 | 59°F | 2.3 ft | 12s | ↓ S | -3.5 ft |
| 08:00 | 59°F | 2.3 ft | 12s | ↓ S | -2.9 ft |
| 09:00 | 59°F | 2.3 ft | 12s | ↓ S | -1.8 ft |
| 10:00 | 59°F | 2.2 ft | 12s | ↓ S | -0.7 ft |