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The Santa Cruz Boardwalk is California's oldest amusement park, and about as original and memorable as boardwalks come. The only major seaside amusement park on the Pacific Coast, the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk blends old-time nostalgia with modern thrills.
You can buy a bag of salt-water taffy, get your fortune told in the old-style arcade, take a road rage-releasing ride on the bumper cars, or test your mettle on the giant wood-framed roller coaster, The Giant Dipper, whose unforgettable dips rival any extreme adventure in new theme parks. The park's centerpiece, this vintage coaster has thrilled visitors for 75 years.
The Santa Cruz Boardwalk also features a grand carousel and little cars and airplanes for the kiddies as well. Bring your swimsuit and a towel, as you'll be steps from the sandy, sunny and swimmable Santa Cruz beach. From the dramatic windswept cliffs to the wide expanses of sand and sea, you're sure to find your sweet spot under the boardwalk.
The Boardwalk is open daily Memorial Day through Labor Day, weekends fall through Spring. 400 Beach St., Santa Cruz, CA 95060; Phone: 831.423.5590.
After a fun-filled day on the Santa Cruz Boardwalk and beaches, you'll find a restful retreat in the hills above. The Watsonville Inn features country casual rooms and suites, pampering amenities, and idyllic surroundings. |
