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Capitola Beach
Right by Capitola Village is a beautiful stretch of coast called Capitola Beach. Surrounding natural landmasses keep the water calm and nearby cliffs give the beach an intimate feeling, making it popular with the locals. Capitola Beach also features a wharf that juts out into the Soquel Cove. This is an excellent spot for fishing, and you don’t want to miss the Wharf House Restaurant’s full bar, live music, and panoramic view of the ocean. Surfers cluster east of the shore where the waves start to break, and during the summer, the bandstand features concerts by local musicians and free movie screenings of Hollywood hits.
New Brighton State Beach
Whether you want to relax on the California coast or go camping in the wooded bluffs New Brighton State Beach is perfect for you. Just south of Capitola Beach, this beach and campground is an excellent spot for birdwatching, fishing, camping, and hiking. It offers a long scenic shore that’s perfect for an evening walk and plenty of trails and open space to satisfy anyone who loves the outdoors.
