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Whale watching

Migrating whales pass by the shores of Davenport every year

Greyhound Rock Beach

The perfect spot for a family picnic or a sunset stroll

An Artists Enclave

Talented glass blowers and artists call Davenport home

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Edgewater Beach Inn & Suites

Across from beach & wharf, beautiful gardens.

Gayle's Bakery & Rosticceria

Delicious desserts, pastries, salads, sandwiches & more

Comfort Inn - Santa Cruz

Stained glass windows & over-sized spas available.

Kayak Connection

Kayak tours & rentals daily, beginners welcome!



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Waddell Beach/Rancho del Oso


Waddell attracts surfers, kitesurfers, windsurfers, tide pool explorers. RDO offers mountain biking, hiking, backpack camping, horseback riding trails, spectacular water falls. Free parking. Guided hikes offered. Sorry, no dogs.

Beaches, Horseback Riding, Wildlife Watch

CONTACT DETAILS:
3600 Hwy 1, Davenport
Phone: 831.425.1218
santacruzstateparks.org
DATE/TIME:
Open 8 am to sunset.




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