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Natural Bridges State Beach
Natural Bridges State Beach Review
At the end of West Cliff Drive lies Natural Bridges State Beach, a stretch of soft sand edged with tide pools and sea-sculpted rock bridges. From October to early March a colony of monarch butterflies roosts in a eucalyptus grove. Amenities: lifeguards; parking (fee); toilets. Best For: sunrise; sunset; surfing; swimming.
- Address: 2531 W. Cliff Dr., Santa Cruz, CA, 95060 | Map It
- Phone: 831/423-4609
- Cost: Beach free, parking $10
- Hours: Daily 8 am--sunset. Visitor center Oct.--Feb., daily 10--4; Mar.--Sept., weekends 10--4
- Website: www.parks.ca.gov
- Location: Santa Cruz
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