San Francisco International Airport 1 hr 20
New Brighton State Beach (19 min)
Laid-back site with expansive bay views & a campground on a wooded bluff above the sand. Zmudowski State Beach (24 min)
Beach and park Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve (23 min)
Tidal salt marsh that is home to birds, otters, seals & many other animals, with boardwalk trails. Capitola Beach (21 min)
Popular beach located in Capitola Village features gentle surf, swimming & volleyball & shops. Mt Madonna County Park (18 min)
County park marked by redwood forest & chaparral over 3,688 acres, with horseback riding & camping. Sunset State Beach (20 min)
Beach surrounded by steep sand dunes offering picnic areas & campsites, plus bay & mountain views. Seacliff State Beach (18 min)
Versatile state beach offers a variety of outdoor activities such as camping & hiking. The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park (31 min)
Hiking, biking & jogging trails on varied terrain rising from sea level to steep coastal mountains. New Brighton State Beach (20 min)
This strip of beach features pine & oak trees, bay views & a small campground on a bluff. Elkhorn Slough (20 min)
Tidal estuary sheltering otters, seals & migratory birds, with kayaking & boat tours. Rio Del Mar State Beach (18 min)
This bayfront strip of family-friendly sandy beach features ample parking & nearby eateries & shops. Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park (26 min)
Rides & attractions plus gardens draw crowds at this bustling, family-friendly amusement park. Moss Landing State Beach (17 min)
Beach, sea otter, and otters Manresa Main State Beach (15 min)
Sandy stretch with unpredictable weather that's popular for surf fishing, surfing & sunsets. Mount Madonna (21 min) | 
