intermediate
Santa Cruz, California, United States

Twin Lakes State Beach

A California coastal lagoon and beach with brackish water mixing fresh and saltwater, offering scenic swimming and good water clarity. Intermediate swimmers enjoy the unique ecosystem; the sandy beach provides easy access and the lagoon offers calmer conditions than ocean swells. Visit during calm ocean conditions for best results and clearer water.

Twin Lakes State Beach

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Twin Lakes State Beach

36.9629, -122.0044

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Location
Santa Cruz, California, United States
Type
ocean
Difficulty
intermediate
Coordinates
36.9629, -122.0044

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