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Santa Cruz Wharf Recreation
Beach reservations, beach volleyball, and water craft launching information can be found on the city of Santa Cruz Parks and Recreation beaches page.
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The Bocce Court was generously donated by the Dante Society in 2014 for the Wharf's Centennial Celebration. In 2022, it was upgraded to an element resistant turf court! Come play a round while overlooking the gorgeous Marine Sanctuary.
Reservations
Wharf Bocce Court
First Come, First Serve, BYOB- Bring Your Own Balls!
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Check out bocce balls from Stagnaro Bros. (during business hours).
Reservations are available to take priority over first come, first serve. Make reservations through Parks and Recreation (831-420-5270) or click here!
Additional but limited services: Turf Rake & Balls Available through Wharf Headquarters 831-420-5725.
Located at 15 Municipal Wharf, Open 7 AM to 4PM for boat rentals. Rent a 16 foot long skiffs with motor. Bait, tackle, and gifts available as well.
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Take in the views with our coin-operated telescopes located at strategic points along the Wharf.
Learn about Local Wildlife
Trips load & depart daily from the Santa Cruz Harbor., 7 a.m.- 7 p.m. Fishing for rock cod, ling cod, salmon (in season). Whale watching, cruises and ash scatterings are also available.
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Located at 2 Municipal Wharf, rent a kayak & enjoy the ocean. Visit with sea lions & otters while exploring the kelp beds & coastline from Cowell Cove. We offer classes, sales, rentals & tours, with beginning level 2.5 hour nature tours.
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