Waterfront Spot
Waterfront SpotFern Grotto Beach
Santa Cruz
A secret-feeling beach cove where a sea cave cuts into dramatic cliffs, its walls blooming with ferns and coastal plants. Worth the scenic mile-long hike from the parking area.
Sea cave exploration
Photography hotspot
Scenic coastal hike
Hidden beach gem
Tips
🌿check out the plants growing in the cave walls
🧥bring a sweater, the bluffs get windy
🪑trail down is steep — bring a blanket to sit on
Fern Grotto Beach
Santa CruzOpens Saturday at 6:00 AM
Waterfront SpotWaterfront SpotA secret-feeling beach cove where a sea cave cuts into dramatic cliffs, its walls blooming with ferns and coastal plants. Worth the scenic mile-long hike from the parking area.
Sea cave exploration
Photography hotspot
Scenic coastal hike
Hidden beach gem
Tips
🌿check out the plants growing in the cave walls
🧥bring a sweater, the bluffs get windy
🪑trail down is steep — bring a blanket to sit on