Natural Bridges State Beach

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  • Address: 2531 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA, 95060, United States
  • Timings: 08:00 am - 07:00 pm Details
  • Phone: +1-8314234609
  • Time Required: 02:00 Hrs
  • Tags: Outdoors, Beach, Hiking Trail, Walking Area, Family And Kids, Nature, Rides, Landmarks, Natural, Beaches
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The 65 acre Natural Bridges State Beach in Santa Cruz is so named because the state park used to form a natural bridge connecting the other side of the beach. Some parts of this natural beach can still be seen standing till date, though a majority has been lost to the tides of time and water both. The park provides innumerable opportunities for hiking, swimming, scenic walks and thrilling surf rides. It is also home to the Monarch butterfly from October to February, and one can expect large number of people visiting the park for a glance at these beautiful creatures.

Natural Bridges State Beach Travel Tips

  • Reach by public transport or find a free parking nearby as only paid parking is available inside.

Entrance Ticket Details For Natural Bridges State Beach

  • Entry is free.
  • Parking is paid.

Natural Bridges State Beach Hours

  • Park Hours: 8:00am – Sunset
  • Visitor Centre: 10:00am – 4:00pm
  • Check official website for detailed timings of upcoming events and tours.

How to Reach Natural Bridges State Beach

  • Bus 03 stops at Delaware & Natural Bridges bus station.
  • Rent a car/taxi.

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  • Natural Bridges State Beach Address: 2531 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA, 95060, United States
  • Natural Bridges State Beach Contact Number: +1-8314234609
  • Natural Bridges State Beach Timing: 08:00 am - 07:00 pm
  • Best time to visit Natural Bridges State Beach(preferred time): 09:00 am - 04:00 pm
  • Time required to visit Natural Bridges State Beach: 02:00 Hrs
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  • 36.42% of people who visit Santa Cruz include Natural Bridges State Beach in their plan

  • 50% of people start their Natural Bridges State Beach visit around 09 AM - 10 AM

  • People usually take around 2 Hrs to see Natural Bridges State Beach

Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday

90.83% of people prefer to travel by car while visiting Natural Bridges State Beach

People normally club together West Cliff Drive and Santa Cruz Wharf while planning their visit to Natural Bridges State Beach.

* The facts given above are based on traveler data on TripHobo and might vary from the actual figures

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