A beautiful landmark on Monterey Bay, Lighthouse Point notably houses one of the first surfing museums in the world. It is located close to Steamer Lane, one of the most popular surf breaks in the area. Avid surfers are a common sight here, as are wintering monarch butterflies and rare birds like the black swift.
A National Historic Landmark called the Santa Cruz Looff Carousel and Roller Coaster On The Beach Boardwalk is a great place for amusement for kids as well as adults. A great place for time with family or an outing with friends this place is just the perfect outing spot that attracts several visitors daily. The two rides were listed on the register of the National Historic Places in the year 1987.
This is an historic landmark property with unique structures built back in the 1940's. No one had formally lived on the property since it was built. These beautiful artifacts had fallen into disrepair and were potentially going to be lost to time and neglect. Now restored by local master mason, Michael Threet, these unique artifacts have a whole new life. This is and always has been private property. Please respect this as you enjoy viewing them.
Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse was constructed in 1879. The purpose of this lighthouse was to guide the ships that brought in miners as well as equipment that were used for mining gold during California's Gold Rush era. Over the years, the lighthouse has had only three keepers, and today the structure has been converted into a museum. Esther Abbott, a known photographer, was the very first person to sponsor the lighthouse's rebuilding. The name of the tower honors the memory of Esther Abbott's son Mark who lost his life in a surfing accident.
From unusual karst landscapes to riparian forests, the Cave Gulch hosts hidden natural treasures within its confines. Sprawled over 102 acres (41.27 hectares), the Cave Gulch occupies a part of the UCSC Upper Campus Natural Reserve. It is also home to the largest year-round stream on campus, and also serves as the habitat for the Pacific Giant Salamander.
This beautiful perch along the Wilder Ranch State Park coastline offers stunning views of the Four Mile Beach, one of the best attractions of the park. Almost secluded except for the occasional photographer or traveler, this spot is an ideal vantage point from which to admire the beach's sunset hues. Overlooking the beautiful shoreline adorned with shimmering blues and rugged rocky formations, the spot is an ideal place to capture stunning photographs. It is also a great place for birdwatchers looking to catch a glimpse of sea birds.
