We just strolled here from our hotel to check out the arch, but found this to be a hidden gem! A... read more
We just strolled here from our hotel to check out the arch, but found this to be a hidden gem! A... read more
We missed butterfly season, but there were still 2-3 fluttering around. The trail through the... read more
I’ve been here many times and it’s always windy and cold even during summer when the sun is shining. So be prepared with jackets and other things to keep warm. There is a nice area to grill food nearby and the tide pools are lovely. You can climb the rocks and the pools reveal all sorts of colorful sea life. My favorites are the tiny crabs. This is one of my kids’ favorite places even as adults.

We stopped here to see the butterflies but they weren’t here in large numbers like they are in November. The walk along the path was a nice easy hike. When we arrived at the beach it was crowded. The natural bridge is pretty.


Parked for free on the roadside just parallel with the state park entrance. A beautiful place with easy walks. Interesting information centre with lots of fun facts about the butterflies and a shop for souvenirs.

Very nice picnic area close to the water and tidal pools. Enjoyed the monarch butterfly walk and explanations too.

Gorgeous beach. Beautiful hike with tons of wildlife including monarch butterflies, frogs, bunnies, and ducks, to name a few. Great spots for BBQing.


We came so my 3 1/2-yr old grandson could play in the sand. It's a large beach with tons if wonderful sand for digging with a fresh water stream to keep things tamped down. After playing, we did a quick picnic in the hill above, and then a fast trip to see the Monarch butterflies. Altogether a very satisfying last stop on our Santa Cruz sojourn.
