Things to do in Santa Cruz County are listed by cities below such as Santa Cruz, Watsonville, Scotts Valley, Aptos and Capitola. Located at the northern edge of the Monterey Bay on California's coast and about 65 miles south of San Francisco, Santa Cruz County is rich with natural beauty. The urban atmosphere of the city of Santa Cruz, the largest city in the county, transitions to a rugged coastline, mountains in the north, and a fertile southern area. With an average of 300 sunny days each year and a mild climate, outdoor activities and opportunities are plentiful. Beaches and state parks make up more than 40,000 acres of Santa Cruz County land. Some of those parks include The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park, Wilder Ranch State Park, and a State Historic Park for the Santa Cruz Mission. Those interested in music and the arts will delight in the county's cultural offerings, such as performances by the Santa Cruz County Symphony, the McPherson Museum of Art and History, and the University of California Performing Arts Center.
Things To Do in Santa Cruz County, CA
Top 10 Cities in Santa Cruz County
- 1. Santa Cruz
pop. 54,617
- 2. Watsonville
pop. 45,724
- 3. Scotts Valley
pop. 11,120
- 4. Aptos
pop. 9,701
- 5. Capitola
pop. 9,573
- 6. Rio Del Mar
pop. 9,472
- 7. Interlaken
pop. 7,924
- 8. Opal Cliffs
pop. 6,817
- 9. Freedom
pop. 5,618
- 10. Twin Lakes
pop. 5,533
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