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1. Garden of Eden
- A hidden swimming spot in the Santa Cruz Mountains
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- Outdoor Recreation
- Nile Expert Tip: Best hidden gem in Santa Cruz County
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2. Adventure Sports Unlimited
- Learn to SCUBA dive with this premier water sports business
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3. Big Basin Redwoods State Park
- Beautiful trails to hike and explore, including resplendent waterfalls
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4. DeLaveaga Golf and Lodge
- Disc golf and golf at a hidden gem of a course
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5. Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
- Towering redwoods distinguish this state park
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6. Natural Bridges
- Natural Bridges is arguably the best beach in Santa Cruz. It epitomizes the Santa Cruz coastal landscape,...
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7. Swanton Berry Farms
- Organic strawberry, kiwi and ollaberry farm
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8. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
- fun people watching - great beach and sailboats. Ride the ferris wheel - great views of all of Santa...
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9. Seabright Beach
- Expansive beach featuring a light house.
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10. Pasatiempo Golf Club
- Rated among the best courses in the world
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- Golf
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The Best of NileGuide
- There's only so many museums and monuments one can take. When you start itching for fresh air and open spaces, it's time to delve into the outdoor activities of Santa Cruz. You don't need to be a fitness guru to enjoy the natural wonders of Santa Cruz either; these activities come just as active or relaxed as you'd like. So get out of the city, and get back to nature.
- Best Of Santa Cruz
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Restaurants
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- Romantic Dining
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- Italian Food
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