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	Seacliff State Beach, Santa Cruz Coastal Monitoring - USGS
		Seacliff State Beach, Santa Cruz, January 20, 1998
		Seacliff State Beach, Santa Cruz, February 6, 1998
		Seacliff State Beach, Santa Cruz, February 7, 1998
	walrus.wr.usgs.gov /elnino/coastal/seacliff-all.html (194 words)

	MBNMS: Seacliff State Beach
		1 in Aptos, Seacliff State Beach is nearly two miles of long sandy beach under sandstone cliffs.
		Eventually in 1929, she was hauled to Seacliff Beach, sank and turned into an amusement center complete with a dance floor, cafe, pool, and carnival booths.
		Seacliff State Beach as seen from the parking lot above the beach.
	bonita.mbnms.nos.noaa.gov /Visitor/Access/seacliff.html (249 words)

	MBNMS: Seacliff State Beach
		1 in Aptos, Seacliff State Beach is nearly two miles of long sandy beach under sandstone cliffs.
		Eventually in 1929, she was hauled to Seacliff Beach, sank and turned into an amusement center complete with a dance floor, cafe, pool, and carnival booths.
		Seacliff State Beach as seen from the parking lot above the beach.
	montereybay.noaa.gov /visitor/access/seacliff.html (249 words)

	Cement Ship - Seacliff Beach Pier, Aptos in Santa Cruz County
		The war ended before she ever saw service and with time on her hands, she was sold to the Seacliff Amusement Company of Nevada, and towed in 1929 to what would later become Seacliff State Beach.
		Beach facilities where you can enjoy watching birds include a beautiful stretch of sandy beach, covered picnic areas with barbecues public restrooms, trailer campsites and an interpretive center which has natural and local cultural history exhibits.
		Seacliff State Beach Visitor Center State Park Drive Aptos, CA 95003 (831) 685-6444 Extensive exhibits about "The Palo Alto Cement Ship" along with natural history, marine and plant life exhibits.
	www.beachcalifornia.com /cement-ship-seacliff-beach.html (440 words)

	APTOS Village (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Aptos is an unincorporated town of 24,121 residents with 19,000 in the urban area which includes Seascape, Rio Del Mar, Seacliff and the Cabrillo area, with an additional 5,121 located in the rural area known as Aptos Hills.
		The old Aptos Beach Inn - long the major structure along the mid-county beach - was destroyed by fire in 1963.
		Lack of visitors is not a problem for Seacliff State Beach at the coast.
	www.realestateinsantacruzcounty.com /aptos.htm (430 words)

	Santa Cruz and Monterey Bay Attractions \| Beaches
		One is the beach itself, long and uninterrupted except for one intriguing feature: a pier and half-sunken cement ship, the USS Palo Alto, that was hauled to its location to serve as an amusement center.
		The bonfire, a timeless tradition in beach towns, is banned at most Santa Cruz beaches, but Twin Lakes which runs from the San Lorenzo River all the way to Schwann Lake (and includes the beach that locals call "Seabright" or "Castle"), allows the tradition to rage on in select stone-lined pits.
		State rangers heavily patrol the beach during peak hours, and no alcohol is allowed, but it's a fantastic beach for grilling up an early dinner and watching the sun set behind the licking flames of a bonfire.
	www.santacruz.com /Beaches (852 words)

	Seacliff State Beach California Campgrounds, Camping and RV Parks
		Seacliff State Beach is known for its fishing pier and concrete freighter, the Palo Alto.
		At the Seacliff State Beach Campground you will find public restrooms, pay showers, a picnic area and a visitors center.
		Seacliff State Beach is located 78 miles south of San Francisco and 7 miles South of Santa Cruz on the PCH 1 - Pacific Coast Highway One.
	2getgold.com /california/campgrounds/santa_cruz/seacliff_sb.htm (276 words)

	Campground Details - SEACLIFF SB, Ca - ReserveAmerica
		Seacliff State Beach is known for its fishing pier and concrete freighter, the Palo Alto.
		These facilities include: Sunset SB campground, Manresa SB campground, Seacliff SB campground, New Brighton SB campground, Henry Cowell Redwoods SP campground, Big Basin Redwoods SP campground, and Portola Redwoods SP campground.
		Seacliff State Beach is located 78 miles south of San Francisco and 7 miles South of Santa Cruz on Highway 1.
	www.reserveamerica.com /ca/Seacliff_Sb/Campground/r/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=CA&parkId=120087 (289 words)

	Seacliff State Beach Pier [Pier Fishing in California]
		The 435-foot-long ship was filled with water, a pier was built from the beach to the ship, and the ship was turned into a floating attraction (although she didn’t really float).
		The beach itself is long and connects with New Brighton Beach to the north and Rio Del Mar Beach to the south.
		This is the only pier in the state where I have witnessed a wedding taking place, an event which certainly gives a little variety and added excitement to the typical pier fisherman’s day.
	www.pierfishing.com /resources/index.php?id=piers:seacliff_state_beach_pier (1335 words)

	MBNMS Ecosystem Observations 2001: Beach Systems
		For example, at Seacliff State Beach, which is most susceptible to waves from the south, erosion during the 1997-98 El Niño was no more severe than during some non-El Niño years.
		One, Moss Landing State Beach, is adjacent to the head of Monterey Canyon.
		The State of California Department of Parks and Recreation is using the results of this study to aid its development of long-term plans for managing its public beaches along Monterey Bay.
	bonita.mbnms.nos.noaa.gov /reports/2001/eco/beach.html (790 words)

	Santa Cruz County Beach Cities
		Seacliff State Beach features a broad, sandy beach situated at the bottom of a bluff.
		This beach is known for its fishing pier and concrete freighter, The Palo Alto.
		The Seacliff State beach charges an admission fee for entry and parking and doesn't permit alcoholic beverages, bonfires and wood-gathering.
	www.beachcalifornia.com /seabeach.html (437 words)

	Seacliff Ca Real Estate; Seacliff MLS home; Seacliff Beach Ocean views
		Seacliff is a stunning area of Santa Cruz County.
		Seacliff State Beach is only one of two places where RVer’s can set up right in a parking lot overlooking the beach.
		Some interesting facts about Seacliff beach: there are 86 acres of coastal bluffs and seashore; about 2.6 million people visit each year; almost 35,000 people attended educational programs last year at the beach; and almost 2,000 local school children were served last year.
	www.propertyinsantacruz.com /Seacliff-Real-Estate.php (1373 words)

	Monterey Bay, Capitola, Marina Dunes Resort
		Look up California Beach Community in the dictionary and Capitola has to be Exhibit A. The drive into town drops down in elevation as you wind your way through charming small-town streets just wide enough for one lane in each direction.
		This is one of the most popular state beaches in California and includes a 93-acre park offering spectacular views of Monterey Bay.
		While the main area of commerce is to the north of Highway 1, away from the beach, it’s fun to take a few of the roads that lead to the residential areas closer to the water.
	www.californiaweekend.com /california-vacation/baytowns.html (1236 words)

	Santa Cruz Real Estate - Communities: Aptos
		Aptos is a fairly large area in terms of size, stretching from the beach to the mountain ridges; from Capitola to La Selva Beach and Corralitos.
		Seacliff State Beach: Seacliff Beach is famous for the sea cliff, yes - but it is also famous for the "cement boat" - the S.S. Palo Alto, which was sunken off shore in 1917 and turned into an entertainment center.
		Seacliff Beach is the location for the popular Monte Foundation Festival and Fireworks every October.
	sebfrey.com /realestate/communities/aptos.html (994 words)

	California State Beaches \| CA Beach Hotels Travel
		From the soft sandy beaches of southern coastline, to the dramatic cascading cliffs of the central coast, to the private serenity of the northern coast.
		Long Beach California is home of the haunted oceanliner Queen Mary which now serves as a hotel.
		A ferry from Long Beach or from Newport Beach can take you out to Catalina Island for a relaxing retreat from the mainland.
	www.2getgold.com /california/california_beaches/beaches.html (264 words)

	Seacliff State Beach, Santa Cruz Mountains, California
		Seacliff State Beach in California is just the place.
		Having a good time at Seacliff State Beach is a piece of cake.
		Cascading waterfalls, a meandering brook and a romantic garden gazebo grace an acre of gardens, pines and redwoods surrounding this secluded urban inn.
	www.hikercentral.com /campgrounds/102363.html (1095 words)

	Seacliff Real Estate - Santa Cruz County Beach Home Listings - CJ de Heer, Realtor with Coldwell Banker
		Sitting on a bluff overlooking two miles of sandy beaches, the Seacliff neighborhood is a friendly, family-oriented community offering homeowners the beauty of an oceanfront setting and the convenience of the ample amenities in nearby Aptos.
		Seacliff residents are just a stroll away from Seacliff Beach, where beach and promenade walking is a popular pastime.
		Marine and bird life is also prevalent in the Seacliff area, attracted by the towering sandstone cliffs and a partially sunken historic concrete ship, the U.S.S. Palo Alto, located at the end of a fishing pier.
	cjdeheer.com /buyers/seacliff-real-estate.html (343 words)

	UCSC Resource Guide - Fun Things To Do On Campus Beaches
		Strictly a day-use beach, it is generally less crowded than many of the north-coast beaches and is a favorite for windsurfers.
		Beach-going wheelchairs are available during summer at Cowell Surfing (on the beach) on a first-come, first-served basis.
		The beach has tide pools and a natural arch, which gives the park its name.
	admissions.ucsc.edu /orientation/resource_guide/beaches.cfm (383 words)

	Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks
		Opening onto the Monterey National Marine Sanctuary, Seacliff State Beach was established as a state park in 1931, (as was Sunset State Beach) one of the first purchases following a successful 1930 state bond issue to support state parks.
		Known for its fishing pier and fossils of extinct marine creatures in the bluffs, the beach is popular for swimming and for the walkway along the shore that connects with New Brighton State Beach to the north and Rio del Mar Beach to the south.
		Riley brought in the egg case he found on the beach to the visitor center, placed it with care into the deeper salt water tank, researched it and found that it was the egg case of a swell shark.
	www.scparkfriends.org /projects/program_detail.php/id/11 (956 words)

	Seacliff - Gregg Camp
		The beach itself is a very pretty stretch of sand between the ocean and the cliffs.
		(Seacliff Needs A Park) that is working hard to bring a park to Seacliff for the children.
		Homes in Seacliff range from the low $600,000’s to $2.5 million plus for prime ocean view places on the bluff and the cost can go much higher for homes on the sand.
	www.cacoastalhome.com /Seacliff/page_1950897.html (1000 words)

	Monterey Bay Plays - Beaches
		Natural Bridges State Beach is located on the west side of Santa Cruz.
		Sit on the beach a spell, wander through shops and visit the arcade, laser tag, miniature golf course, or bowling lanes in addition to the rides.
		During the summer, free concerts with nostalgic rock acts are presented from the beach stage on Friday nights.
	www.montereybayplays.com /beaches/north_be.htm (492 words)

	David Lyng Real Estate - Santa Cruz, Aptos, Capitola, Watsonville, Scotts Valley
		Beach homes sprang up around 1937 when Rio Del Mar began to grow as a recreational center for San Jose-area residents.
		The old Aptos Beach Inn - long the major structure along the mid-county beach - was destroyed by fire in 1963.
		Lack of visitors is not a problem for Seacliff State Beach at the coast.
	www.davidlyng.com /resources/aptos.asp (349 words)

	Best Western Seacliff Inn: Map (Site not responding. Last check: )
		The Best Western Seacliff Inn is located off scenic highway 1 just five miles south of Santa Cruz on beautiful Monterey Bay.
		We're also just a short walk from Seacliff State Beach and Park with its miles of sandy beaches and convenient to other activities in the area including golf, tennis, fishing, sailing and surfing - not to mention our unique and locally owned shops in Aptos Village.
		On State Park Drive, cross the overpass and turn left onto Old Dominion Court.
	www.seacliffinn.com /Map.htm (226 words)

	Santa Cruz Wine Country – Bask on the Beaches
		The vast state of California has much to offer travelers and residents alike; each of its counties and regions provide opportunities for varied activities that range from the most extreme to the most mundane.
		Mid-way up the lengthy coastal stretches of the state, sun and fun lovers will find something for both the pedestrian outdoor devotee and the extreme sport fanatic on the 29 miles of beaches that are part of diverse county of Santa Cruz.
		Strictly a day-use beach, it is generally less crowded than many of the north-coast beaches and is a favorite for kitesurfers and windsurfers.
	www.santacruz.winecountry.com /about/travel/itinerary/2006/08/santacruz_beachfun.html (809 words)

	State Parks in and around the Santa Cruz area
		Bordered by large agricultural fields west of the city of Watsonville, the beach is a year-round destination for thousands of visitors.
		F - Seacliff State Beach- This beach is known for its fishing pier and concrete freighter, The Palo Alto.
		H - Seacliff State Beach This beach is known for its fishing pier and concrete freighter, The Palo Alto.
	cruzonby.com /statepark.php (262 words)

	Seacliff SB
		Her maiden voyage was made under tow to Seacliff State Beach.
		Once positioned at the beach, the sea cocks were opened and the Palo Alto settled to the ocean bottom.
		By the summer of 1930 a pier had been built leading to the ship, the ship was remodeled.
	www.parks.ca.gov /?page_id=543 (313 words)

	santa cruz state parks - seacliff
		The Seacliff* Pier is closed indefinately due to storm damage.
		This beach is known for its fishing pier and fossils of extinct marine creatures in the bluffs.
		The ship was then stripped, leaving the pier and the ship to be used only for fishing.
	www.santacruzstateparks.org /parks/seacliff/index.php (313 words)

	Found Shark Greet Visitors At Seacliff State Beach
		SEACLIFF — A Corralitos boy has learned that it pays to sift through seaweed on the beach.
		The shark, which hatched in July, now lives in a 150-gallon fish tank at the Seacliff State Beach Visitors Center.
		Riley Ditz, 12, was walking along Seacliff State Beach with his mother, Laura, in late February when he found a purse-like object nestled among seaweed beached by winter storms.
	www.flmnh.ufl.edu /fish/sharks/innews/sharkgreets2004.html (397 words)

	Accessibility Details
		Seacliff State Beach is often recognized by the crumbling WWI vintage tanker, the Palo Alto, that sits at the end of the fishing pier.
		Reservations are accepted year-round and are a necessity in summer and beyond at this highly popular beach campground.
		The Seacliff Walking Trail is a paved level pathway that goes between the beach and bluff for 0.9 mile and provides access to picnic sites and the beach.
	access.parks.ca.gov /parkinfo.asp?park=160&type=4 (235 words)

	santa cruz county - press releases details
		Visitors who purchase a $6 day pass will be able to visit all three parks - Natural Bridges State Park, Seacliff State Beach and Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park - where games, arts and crafts, and other activities will provide a fun way to learn about migration, and inspire wonder of these fantastic voyages.
		Seacliff State Beach is the venue for seashore-inclined animals.
		Migrating shorebirds including pelicans, shearwaters and scoters are also on the move at Seacliff State Beach in wintertime, oftentimes brought closer to shore by stormy weather, before returning to warmer climates.
	www.santacruzca.org /press/pressDetail.cfm?IDnumber=76 (788 words)

	Seacliff Hideaway, lodging at a Vacation Rental in Elk on the Mendocino Coast
		Seacliff Hideaway, lodging at a Vacation Rental in Elk on the Mendocino Coast
		Nearby sightseeing locations include Irish Beach, 6 miles of sandy beach at Manchester State Beach, the Point Arena Lighthouse, the charming village of Elk, the breathtaking views of Cuffey's Cove (one of the most photographed spots on the coast), and much more.
		From the deck, view the Point Arena lighthouse and watch the sea lions sunning on the rocks in the cove, or take a short walk along the trail to the top of the meadow --be careful not to startle the deer.
	www.seacliffhideaway.net (243 words)

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