Recreation

Beach Recreation

Beach reservations, beach volleyball, and water craft launching information can be found on the city of Santa Cruz Parks and Recreation beaches page.

Beach Recreation

Bocce Court in Wharf Commons

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.

Bocce Court in Wharf Commons

Wharf Bocce Court

First Come, First Serve, BYOB- Bring Your Own Balls!
or
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 visit Santa Cruz WebTrac Facility Search!

Additional but limited services: Turf Rake & Balls Available through Wharf Headquarters 831-420-5725.

Santa Cruz Boat Rentals

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.

Santa Cruz Boat Rentals

Sea Scopes

Take in the views with our coin-operated telescopes located at strategic points along the Wharf.

Sea Scopes

Stagnaro's Fishing Trips & Bay Cruises

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.

Stagnaro's Fishing Trips & Bay Cruises

Venture Quest Kayak

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.

Venture Quest Kayak