









Twin Lakes State Beach Schwan Lake
Santa Cruz
Twin Lakes delivers two escapes in one: shady lagoon trails where herons fish in peace, and a mellow beach with bonfire pits for grilling as the sun dips. It's the laid-back Santa Cruz afternoon you didn't know you needed.
Peaceful lagoon walks
Bonfire-friendly beach
Birdwatching hotspot
Shaded oak trails
Tips
🦅"Fabulous open spaces through meadows and shaded magical tree covered trails"
🔥"busy enough to be lively but not as crowded as Boardwalk" (7x7)
🐕dogs welcome on leash — sensitive wildlife area
Twin Lakes State Beach Schwan Lake
Santa Cruz










Twin Lakes delivers two escapes in one: shady lagoon trails where herons fish in peace, and a mellow beach with bonfire pits for grilling as the sun dips. It's the laid-back Santa Cruz afternoon you didn't know you needed.
Peaceful lagoon walks
Bonfire-friendly beach
Birdwatching hotspot
Shaded oak trails
Tips
🦅"Fabulous open spaces through meadows and shaded magical tree covered trails"
🔥"busy enough to be lively but not as crowded as Boardwalk" (7x7)
🐕dogs welcome on leash — sensitive wildlife area