Main Beach / Cowell Beach

Beach Street
Santa Cruz CA 95060

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Santa Cruz invites sun worshippers to play volleyball, swim, surf or stroll along the sandy beach. Lifeguards in summer. Portions available to rent for casual weddings.


Type of Activity
  • Beaches
  • Standup Paddleboard
  • Surfing
  • Wildlife Watching
Hours of Operation
  • Cowell Beach Hours:
    Open Daily:
    1 Hr before Sunrise
    until 12:00 a.m.

    Main Beach Hours:
    7:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Last updated 09-02-2026


Beach Street
Santa Cruz CA 95060

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