Is Capitola good for beginner surfers? Yes. Capitola is widely considered one of the best beginner surf spots in Santa Cruz County thanks to its gentle waves, protected bay, and welcoming environment. What’s the best tide for surfing Capitola? Many local surfers prefer an incoming or outgoing tide between 1 and 3 feet. However, conditions […]
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Beginner Surf Lessons at Capitola Beach Want to learn to surf near Santa Cruz? Capitola Beach Company offers beginner-friendly surf lessons at beautiful Capitola Beach, one of the best spots on California’s Central Coast for first-time surfers. Known for its gentle waves, sandy shoreline, and relaxed atmosphere, Capitola provides the perfect setting to build confidence […]
Did you know there’s a beach cleanup every month in Capitola? That’s right—rain or shine, community members come together on the first Saturday of every month at 9:00 a.m. to help keep our shoreline clean and beautiful. Hosted by Keep Capitola Salty, these monthly cleanups are a great way to give back to the community, […]
Ever wonder what our water temperature is right here in our Monterey Bay? Stop wondering! Next time you are out paddle boarding Santa Cruz waters, paddle your way down to Capitola Beach to see for yourself. Capitola Beach has a “swim area”. The buoy closest to 1st Jetty has this wonderful little thermometer tied to it. […]
Santa Cruz is home to one of the most breathtaking and scenic coastlines in all of California. Paddle boarding Santa Cruz waters has become a top pick in the list of Santa Cruz activities. Can you blame people for wanting to paddle out on the Monterey Bay to get closer to fish, Seals, Sea Lions, […]





