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Santa Cruz, California, United States
Lighthouse Beach
Lighthouse Beach in Santa Cruz provides cold Pacific Ocean saltwater swimming with moderate to strong currents best suited for advanced swimmers. The rocky coastline and scenic cliffs create dramatic surroundings but demand respect for water conditions. Always check surf reports and rip current advisories before entering.
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Lighthouse Beach
36.9516, -122.0288
Details
- Location
- Santa Cruz, California, United States
- Type
- ocean
- Difficulty
- advanced
- Coordinates
- 36.9516, -122.0288