Lighthouse Field State Beach is a protected beach in the
state park system of
California, United States. It is located in the city of
Santa Cruz at the north end of
Monterey Bay. The beach overlooks the
Steamer Lane surfing hotspot. It also contains the
Santa Cruz Surfing Museum, housed in a 1967 lighthouse.[1] The 38-acre (15 ha) site was established in 1978.[2]
Steamer Lane is a famous surfing location. Each Christmas the park hosts Santa Cruz's annual "Caroling under the Stars" event.[1] The park is free to visit year-round, and offers walking trails, wildlife viewing, picnic areas, public restrooms, and outdoor showers.[1]
Lighthouse Field State Beach is a protected beach in the
state park system of
California, United States. It is located in the city of
Santa Cruz at the north end of
Monterey Bay. The beach overlooks the
Steamer Lane surfing hotspot. It also contains the
Santa Cruz Surfing Museum, housed in a 1967 lighthouse.[1] The 38-acre (15 ha) site was established in 1978.[2]
Steamer Lane is a famous surfing location. Each Christmas the park hosts Santa Cruz's annual "Caroling under the Stars" event.[1] The park is free to visit year-round, and offers walking trails, wildlife viewing, picnic areas, public restrooms, and outdoor showers.[1]