Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
We are located 11 miles South of Santa Cruz.
From Hwy 1 use Exit #432 for San Andreas Rd.
At the end of the exit ramp, go WEST on San Andreas Rd. for 3.2 miles.
We will be on your left. Look for the Yellow KOA Sign!
**If you are traveling on Hwy 1 North: DO NOT TAKE BUENA VISTA EXIT.
And despite what GPS, Google maps or other services may inform you, DO NOT TURN ON PEACEFUL VALLEY DR.**
When you think of Santa Cruz, California, you may picture white sand beaches and catching the waves on your surfboard. This charming city, however, is also full of natural attractions that allow you to immerse yourself in the beauty and stillness of nature.
Santa Cruz is a goldmine when it comes to natural attractions and is home to many of the top nature places to visit in California, like:
If you are looking for a moment of calm or want to enjoy the beauty of nature without interruptions, the Land of Medicine Buddha offers a beautiful and quiet location. While the area is primarily a place for meditation, it features a serene hiking trail perfect for intermediate hikers. As you hike, you must keep your voice low to maintain the silence and peace of the area.
Roaring Camp Railroads takes you through the redwood forests. The first train starts at Roaring Camp Depot in Felton and ends at Bear Mountain. The second train is the Santa Cruz Beach Train which will take you through Henry Cowell State Park for an unforgettable view of the redwood trees.
In addition to being home to natural wonders such as the towering redwoods, Santa Cruz is a great location to see smaller natural phenomena like monarch butterflies. Every fall and winter, hundreds of monarch butterflies migrate to the State Monarch Preserve, which provides sunlight, an abundant food source and shelter from the wind.
Surround yourself with stunning natural scenery as you hike or bike when you visit Arana Gulch. This area features many different habitats, including wetlands and forests, making it an excellent location for an afternoon or two as you take in the stunning natural scenery.
Enjoy a comfortable and convenient lodging option close to many Santa Cruz natural attractions when you stay at Santa Cruz/ Monterey Bay KOA Holiday. You can choose between Tent Sites, Camping Cabins and RV Sites for an easy way to camp at your comfort level.
The campground also features plenty to do between sightseeing adventures in Santa Cruz, including a pool, dog park and bike rentals. Make your next family vacation to the Santa Cruz area truly one of a kind and book a campsite today!
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