Twin Lakes is a charming community located in Santa Cruz County, California. Situated near the city of Santa Cruz, Twin Lakes offers a picturesque setting with its namesake twin lakes, as well as access to beautiful beaches and outdoor recreational opportunities. The area is known for its laid-back atmosphere, perfect for those seeking a relaxing coastal retreat. The population was 4,944 in 2020.
Seascape Park Beach, located in Rio del Mar, California, is a stunning stretch of coastline known for its scenic beauty and tranquil atmosphere. Situated along the Monterey Bay, Seascape Park Beach offers breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and is renowned for its pristine sandy shores and picturesque cliffs.
Sand Rock Farm is a bed and breakfast and wedding venue, owned and managed by the Hagglof family. Derek and Jen Hagglof, a chef and event planner from Tahoe City. The gorgeous gardens and grounds attracted many couples and Sand Rock Farm earned an excellent reputation not just as an inn, but also as one of the premier wedding and elopement destinations in the area.
Storrs Winery and Vineyards is located in Aptos, California. This winery offers a variety of wines, including white, rosé, red, and estate wines. Visitors can enjoy wine tastings and explore the beautiful grounds while experiencing the wonderful wine selection.
Redwood Croft is a cozy bed and breakfast located just outside of Santa Cruz in a beautiful grove of redwoods. This pet-friendly B&B offers elegant cabins, delicious breakfast, and excellent hospitality from the hosts. Nestled in the woods above Santa Cruz, Redwood Croft provides a serene and quiet getaway with comfortable rooms, beautiful grounds, a big porch, and a cozy atmosphere.
Fall Creek Unit is a redwood forest with a fern-lined river canyon and remnants of a successful lime-processing industry. Fall Creek is open for day use only, and includes almost twenty miles of connecting trails. Parking and trailheads are marked on Felton Empire Road off Highway 9.
Castro Adobe State Historic Park is a state park in the Aptos Hills-Larkin Valley, California. The Rancho San Andrés Castro Adobe is a historically and architecturally significant house located in the Pájaro Valley, California. The two-story Rancho San Andrés Castro Adobe is a historic rancho hacienda that was built between 1848 and 1849.
Sparrow Valley Retreat is a unique wedding venue situated in Aptos, California. This rustic paradise is nestled amidst vast redwood forestry and is dotted with bespoke cabins and event space. An ideal option for couples looking to blend rural charm with boutique touches, this venue is a memorable destination for a truly personalized occasion.
Land of Medicine Buddha is a magnificent 108-acre redwood refuge in the Buddhist tradition for spiritual development and renewal. The programs seek to inspire transformative experiences that cultivate deep inner joy and a kind heart.
Humble Sea Brewing Co. is a tiny crew of kooks trying the hardest to firstly, get pitted on the reg, and secondly (and arguably more importantly) make the best beery liquid known to humankind. It is here to forge new trails on the path of kookiness.
Companion Bakeshop was founded in 2006 out of a love for hearty sourdough. In those early days, Companion’s founder Erin spent long hours in the kitchen hand-mixing all of the dough, baking and packing loaves of bread, and then selling them at the farmers’ markets. The work of those first days was made lighter with the help of a supportive community.
Cafe Brasil offers from traditional Brazilian recipes with some Californian and Santa Cruz touches. Not only the breakfast and all dishes are delicious and offer from traditional Brazilian recipes with some Californian and Santa Cruz touches, but the atmosphere is warm, alive, laid back, as if being in a restaurant or home in Rio de Janeiro, Bahia or another cozy Brazilian place - always with the Santa Cruz culture!.
Pinto Lake County Park offers boating, fishing, picnic areas, a baseball diamond, volleyball court and an RV Park. You are welcomed to bring your own boat, raft, kayak, canoe or inflatable watercraft onto the lake, but you are subject to inspection and launch fees. The park consists of 78 acres, 70 of which are water and 8 are land.
Get Lost in the 50's with wonderful food, at the Cadillac Cafe in Corralitos California. A best kept secret, hidden away at the corner of Corralitos Rd and Freedom Blvd. Just look for the pink Cadillac on the roof!
Elkhorn Slough is an estuary located in Moss Landing, near Watsonville, California. The Elkhorn Slough Reserve is a protected area that encompasses part of this estuary and is managed by the Elkhorn Slough Foundation. It is situated on the central coast of California, near Watsonville and Moss Landing. The estuary is part of Monterey Bay.
The trestle bridge in Santa Cruz is the Felton Covered Bridge, also known as the Roaring Camp Bridge. It's a historic covered bridge located in Felton, just a short drive from Santa Cruz. This bridge is part of the Roaring Camp & Big Trees Narrow-Gauge Railroad, a heritage railroad that offers scenic rides through the redwood forests.
Shark Fin Cove, also known as Shark Tooth Beach, is a stunning and unique coastal spot located along the Pacific Coast, just south of Davenport and approximately 10 miles north of Santa Cruz. It's easily accessible from Highway 1, making it a popular stop for travelers exploring the California coastline.
The Byrne-Milliron Forest is a privately owned and managed forested area that serves as a natural preserve, educational site, and research area. It is situated in the Santa Cruz Mountains of California, near the community of Corralitos. It is approximately 10 miles northwest of Watsonville and about 20 miles south of Santa Cruz.
Davenport Beach is a picturesque stretch of coastline along the Pacific Ocean. It is situated in the small coastal town of Davenport, which is approximately 10 miles north of Santa Cruz along California's scenic Highway 1. It's easily accessible from the highway, making it a popular stop for travelers exploring the California coast.
