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Eastside / Pleasure Point

Welcome to the premier local destination to soak in sun rays and catch a ride on Santa Cruz's iconic waves. Pleasure Point is a veritable surfer's paradise, widely celebrated for its pristine coastline and strollable cliff edges, overflowing with an authentically down-to-earth vibe that must be felt to be understood. This is the place for those who live with the flow.

My Eastside Favorites

  • WHAT TO SEE

    Chaminade: Hotel resort and restaurant has incredible ocean and city views. Also, hiking trails throughout.

    Pleasure Point: Walk along the cliff, a great place to watch the surfers and sunset.

    Twin Lakes State Beach: Great beach in the Santa Cruz harbor. Visit the Crows Nest for a bite.

  • WHERE TO GO

    Suda: Perfect place for a casual meal with friends or a night out with someone special with great outdoor seating.

    The Penny Ice Creamery: A delicious and unique ice cream shop completely from scratch in-house.

    Zameen: A Californian twist on Mediterranean street food.

  • WHERE TO SHOP

    Zen Island: Island-inspired clothing, home decor, and specialty gifts.

    Home/Work: Thoughtful living for mindful folk. Gifts, decor, locally made art, jewelry & apothecary.

    O’Neills Surf Shop: Original Santa Cruz wetsuit brand created by Jack O’Neill.

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Eastside School District

 

Del Mar Elementary 1959 Merrill Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Green Acres Elementary 966 Bostwick Lane, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Live Oak Elementary 1916 Capitola Road, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Tierra Pacifica Charter (K-8) 986 Bostwick Lane, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Shoreline Middle School 855 17th Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Branciforte Middle School 315 Poplar Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Harbor High School 300 La Fonda Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

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