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It's Beach (Lighthouse Field)
W Cliff Dr & Pelton Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Dog beach
It's Beach in Santa Cruz offers dogs open coastal fields near the lighthouse for romping. Key features include off-leash freedom, nearby water for cooling off, and convenient parking. Watch for waves during high tide.
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- Park
- It's Beach (Lighthouse Field)
- Type
- Beach
- Location
- Santa Cruz, California
- Coordinates
- 36.9510, -122.0264
- Best for
- Swimmers
- Vibe Score™
- 5.7 / 10 — Decent
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:No
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:Yes
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:No
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
Dog Parks Hub Vibe Score™
5.7/ 10
Decent
- · Off-leash zone
- · Water on-site
Vibe Score combines visitor ratings, real amenities, space, kind weighting, and off-leash bonus into a single dog-experience number. We're the only directory that scores it.
What this park has
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Off-leash
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