📜 California State Park in Santa Cruz, known for its iconic natural rock arch.
🔍 Features diverse marine life in tide pools and a vital Monarch butterfly sanctuary.

Why Go

🌉 Marvel at impressive natural bridge formations.
🦋 Witness thousands of Monarch butterflies overwintering (late fall to winter).
🦀 Explore vibrant tide pools teeming with diverse marine life.
🐦 Enjoy excellent bird, whale, seal, and otter watching.

Why Avoid

🚫 Dogs not permitted on beach or trails (except service animals).
🌊 No lifeguards; beware of unpredictable surf and rip currents.

Tips

🦋 Best Monarch viewing late October through November.
🦀 Visit tide pools during low tide (2 feet or lower).
🧥 Bring a light jacket; it can be chilly and windy.

Cost

💰 Vehicle Day Use $10 ($9 seniors), Bus parking $50-$100.

Hours

🕒 Park daily 8 AM to sunset. Visitor Center daily 10 AM to 4 PM.

🅿️ Parking Paid lots inside park. Free street parking may be available outside.
Accessible parking available.

🚻 Toilets Restrooms available near visitor center and picnic areas.
Wheelchair accessible restrooms.

♿ Accessibility Accessible parking, restrooms, and picnic areas.
Beach wheelchair available for loan at visitor center.
Wheelchair/stroller-accessible boardwalks to Monarch Grove.
Beach itself not accessible.