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As soon as you step foot on Natural Bridges State Beach, you'll see why Santa Cruz is seen as one of California's best beach towns. An untouched spot on the Santa Cruz coastline, Natural Bridges State Beach is home to some stunning rock formations, including natural arches that have formed from erosion over time and are very pretty spots to snap some selfies.
The local park is filled with scenic hiking trails and home to a lot of wildlife, including many different species of seabirds and a lot of pretty butterflies too. In short, if you’re a nature lover, you definitely won’t want to miss out on this Santa Cruz beach. Map
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Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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