Photo of Santa Cruz Island with bright sand surface

Photo of Santa Cruz Island with turquoise pure water surface

6.9

Good

Santa Cruz Island

#309 out of 385 in California

6.9

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Bright sand Sand bottom

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Located outside the settlement

Isla Vista • 50.3 km

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About

Santa Cruz Island is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 309th place out of 385 beaches in the California region 535.1 km away from its center, the city of Sacramento. It is one of the beaches of Isla Vista settlement, just 50.3 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a straight coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, hikers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Santa Cruz Island coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

Santa Cruz Island (California) region (Santa Rosa Island sub-region) is located outside the Isla Vista settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the coast of the Santa Cruz island and the correct question is not how to get to Santa Cruz Island, but what mode of transport can be used to get to it, because this part of the coast is inaccessible by land. The beach can only be reached by water and you have to rent a boat to get there.

Weather

history

+25 ^o C +16 ^o C

Air temperature

5.7 M/S

Wind

+19 ^o C

Water temperature

1.3 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Isla Vista • 50.3 km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.7 (Good)

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Localities

Nearest

Isla Vista • 50.3km

Main locality of province

Sacramento • 535.1km

Transport

Airport

SZN • 16.5km

Bus Station

UCSB Elings Hall Inbound • 50.7km

Train Station

Ventura - Downtown / Beach Amtrak Station • 56.5km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Santa Cruz Island?

The coastline of Santa Cruz Island is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Santa Cruz Island?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Santa Cruz Island, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Santa Cruz Island good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The area has the high prevalence of sharks so all swimmers should be very careful.

Santa Cruz Island does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

There are some boats in the bay.

Is the Santa Cruz Island 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 gentle.

Is the Santa Cruz Island secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

What are the key audiences of Santa Cruz Island?

Santa Cruz Island can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Hiking adventurers

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Santa Cruz Island?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Santa Cruz Island.

How far is the Santa Cruz Island from parking?

The Santa Cruz Island has no parking spot

What is the best time of the year to visit Santa Cruz Island?

The month with the highest temperature in Santa Cruz Island is August. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 21°C. The coldest month is March with air temperature 16°C and water 14°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Santa Cruz Island (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.Santa Cruz Island (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.