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Natural Bridges Beach
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Natural Bridges Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 243th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 187.7 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of Santa Cruz settlement, just 3.7 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a small bay with turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season. There is a campsite located nearby.
Natural Bridges Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, showers, toilets. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
8 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Santa Cruz Beach, which has a rating of 8.3.
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Beach overall scores
Natural Bridges Beach is located in California within Santa Cruz, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"What a stunning location! As a child, I adored visiting this beach and it always amazed me that such a beautiful place was so close to home. As a local real estate agent, I am excited to share some helpful tips and photos of the area's best places to explore. The best part is that most of them are free, including Natural Bridges State Marine Reserve.
If you're a lover of..."
Samantha Reynolds
"Natural Bridges State Beach is a true gem worth exploring. The beach boasts a vast landscape with fine sand that is perfect for lounging and taking in the picturesque surroundings. The east end of the beach is adorned with the stunning Natural Bridge rock formation, while the west end is home to an array of tide pools. The beach is also the perfect spot to catch the sunset, ..."
Vincent K.
User reviews
"What a stunning location! As a child, I adored visiting this beach and it always amazed me that such a beautiful place was so close to home. As a local real estate agent, I am excited to share some helpful tips and photos of the area's best places to explore. The best part is that most of them are free, including Natural Bridges State Marine Reserve.
If you're a lover of..."
Samantha Reynolds
"Natural Bridges State Beach is a true gem worth exploring. The beach boasts a vast landscape with fine sand that is perfect for lounging and taking in the picturesque surroundings. The east end of the beach is adorned with the stunning Natural Bridge rock formation, while the west end is home to an array of tide pools. The beach is also the perfect spot to catch the sunset, ..."
Vincent K.
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Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Ivéta Westside• 11 min walk
- Venus Spirits Cockta...• 13 min walk
- Pana Venezuelan Food...• 15 min walk
- Fonda Felix• 17 min walk
Attractions
- Santa Cruz Mountain...• 17 min walk
- Neary Lagoon Park• 2.5km
- Lighthouse Point• 2.8km
- Monterey Bay Nationa...• 3.3km
Transport
- WVI• 23.9km
- Santa Cruz Metro Cen...• 3.7km
- Roaring Camp, Big Tr...• 10km
Localities
- Santa Cruz• 3.7km
- Sacramento• 187.7km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Natural Bridges Beach?
The coastline of Natural Bridges Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Natural Bridges Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Natural Bridges Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Natural Bridges Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful.
The waves in the Natural Bridges Beach are usually strong.
So the overall recommendation of the Natural Bridges Beach for swimming is positive.
Is the Natural Bridges Beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Natural Bridges Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
What are the key audiences of Natural Bridges Beach?
Natural Bridges Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Campers
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Natural Bridges Beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Natural Bridges Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Ivéta Westside is the closest place located 900 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Natural Bridges Beach?
There are 100 places to stay in the Natural Bridges Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Natural Bridges Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Natural Bridges Beach from parking?
The Natural Bridges Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Natural Bridges Beach?
There are 4 attractions near Natural Bridges Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Santa Cruz Mountain Vineyard located in 1.3 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Natural Bridges Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Natural Bridges Beach is September. Its average value reaches 26°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 16°C. The coldest month is December with air temperature 14°C and water 13°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Natural Bridges Beach (California) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Natural Bridges Beach (California) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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