Santa Cruz Harbor

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	135 5th Avenue Santa Cruz, CA 95062
	36° 57' 53.77'', -122° 0' 8.65''
	+18314756161
	VHF Ch. 9
	www.santacruzharbor.org
	Santa Cruz

Fuel

Last Updated: Oct 21, 2026 1:53PM

Diesel $8.15/gal

Gas Regular $6.87/gal

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About

Welcome to Santa Cruz Harbor, your gateway to the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. Located along California’s scenic Central Coast, the harbor is a welcoming destination for boaters exploring the coast, planning a weekend getaway, or looking to enjoy all that Santa Cruz has to offer.

Visitor berthing is available on designated end-ties and dock spaces, with access to shore power, fresh water, restrooms, and showers. An on-site fuel dock and pumpout facilities make it convenient to settle in and prepare for your next adventure.

Step ashore to enjoy waterfront restaurants, sandy beaches, and scenic harbor walks, or venture farther to explore downtown Santa Cruz, Capitola, and the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. On the water, opportunities for sailing, fishing, kayaking, and whale watching make the harbor an ideal starting point for experiencing Monterey Bay.

Whether you’re stopping along your coastal journey or making Santa Cruz your destination, we look forward to welcoming you to the harbor.

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Berth Capacity

Slips:1080

Winter Storage:187

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Approach

Entrance channel conditions at Santa Cruz Harbor change with tides, weather, and seasonal sand movement. Dredging typically takes place from November through April, and channel depths may vary during this period. Before transiting the entrance, mariners are advised to check current tide and weather conditions, review the most recent entrance sounding posted at www.santacruzharbor.org, and consider their vessel’s draft. When dredging equipment is operating (November to April), contact the dredge crew on VHF Channel 8 for passing instructions.

Minimum Approach Depth:13.0 Feet

Minimum Channel Depth:13.0 Feet

Mean Low Water Dock Depth:13.0 Feet

Mean High Water Clearance:13.0 Feet

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Services & Amenities

Last Updated: Oct 23, 2026

Fuel Dock:Yes

Gas:Yes

Diesel:Yes

Long Term Storage:Yes

Service & Maintenance:Yes

Dinghy Dock:Yes

Pump-out:Yes

Restrooms:Yes

Showers:Yes

Boat Ramp:Yes

Groceries:Within 5 Miles

Medical Facility:Within 5 Miles

Pharmacy:Within 5 Miles

Hotels:Yes

Restaurants:Yes

Beach:Within 5 Miles

Dog Park:Within 5 Miles

Golf:Within 5 Miles

Bait & Tackle:Yes

Max. Vessel LOA:50.0 Feet

Max. Slip Length:50.0 Feet

Max. Slip Width:15.0 Feet

Floating Docks:Yes

Oil Disposal:Yes

Engine Service:Yes

Dry Stack:Yes

Travel Lift:Yes

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