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Capitola Beach
Famous for its rainbow-colored bungalows, delicious seafood restaurants, and charming boutique shops, this beach feels more Mediterranean than Californian.
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Capitola Beach Details
Famous for its rainbow-colored bungalows, delicious seafood restaurants, and charming boutique shops, this beach feels more Mediterranean than Californian. It overlooks the northern cove of Monterey Bay and features a long stretch of sand where you can lazily spend the day swimming, surfing, or sunbathing. When the sun starts to set, take a stroll down the Capitola Wharf. This 855-foot long pier has one of the best views of the village and surrounding landscapes. Despite being so close to Santa Cruz, this little beach is the perfect hideaway to enjoy the California Coast.
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Capitola Beach
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1.5 mi away
New Brighton State Beach
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Seacliff State Beach
This state beach may have beautiful golden shores and towering cliffs, but it also has something most other beaches do not a sunken concrete warship.
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Twin Lakes State Beach
This mile-long stretch of beach overlooks the sparkling Monterey Bay, making this a scenic place to spend the day swimming or picnicking.
3.4 mi away
West Cliff Drive
This winding 3-mile bike and walking trail feature one of the best views of the Santa Cruz coast.
3.7 mi away
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
The main beach in Californias most prominent surf town has more than just sand and surf.
