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Sunset State Beach
California State Park · Santa Cruz County
Entrance fee $10 / vehicle
County Santa Cruz
Camping Yes
About Sunset State Beach Pines, high sand dunes and ocean-side picnic spots between Santa Cruz and Monterey, bordered by farmland. The campground is quiet and the beach runs a long way.
Things to do 🥾 Hiking 🎣 Fishing 🧭 Geocaching Amenities & facilities 🏕️ Campsites 🚿 Restrooms & Showers 👥 Group Sites ♿ Accessible Facilities Camping options Tent camping RV access Group campsites Hike-and-bike campsites Entrance fee $10 per vehicle
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Park facts from California Department of Parks and Recreation. Descriptions are original.
Data updated 2026-07-26.
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