San Francisco International Airport 1 hr 18
Sunset State Beach (16 min)
Beach surrounded by steep sand dunes offering picnic areas & campsites, plus bay & mountain views. Zmudowski State Beach (21 min)
Beach and park New Brighton State Beach (19 min)
This strip of beach features pine & oak trees, bay views & a small campground on a bluff. The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park (30 min)
Hiking, biking & jogging trails on varied terrain rising from sea level to steep coastal mountains. Elkhorn Slough (17 min)
Tidal estuary sheltering otters, seals & migratory birds, with kayaking & boat tours. Manresa Main State Beach (13 min)
Sandy stretch with unpredictable weather that's popular for surf fishing, surfing & sunsets. Seacliff State Beach (16 min)
Versatile state beach offers a variety of outdoor activities such as camping & hiking. Mount Madonna (23 min) Capitola Beach (19 min)
Popular beach located in Capitola Village features gentle surf, swimming & volleyball & shops. Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park (28 min)
Rides & attractions plus gardens draw crowds at this bustling, family-friendly amusement park. Moss Landing State Beach (14 min)
Beach, sea otter, and otters New Brighton State Beach (18 min)
Laid-back site with expansive bay views & a campground on a wooded bluff above the sand. Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve (17 min)
Tidal salt marsh that is home to birds, otters, seals & many other animals, with boardwalk trails. Blue Ocean Whale Watching on the Monterey Bay (15 min)
Whale watching, dolphin, humpback whale, blue whale, and killer whale Mt Madonna County Park (20 min)
County park marked by redwood forest & chaparral over 3,688 acres, with horseback riding & camping. | 
