Open All Year
Enjoy the pleasures of the California coast at the Santa Cruz/Monterey Bay KOA! There is something for everyone at this FUN, FAMILY resort!
Stay in a nicely appointed Lodge or an Airstream travel trailer while you enjoy the pleasures of the California coast and experience all that our KOA has to offer. All the comforts of home and just a short walk or drive to the beach!
Enjoy the best of the outdoors at the Santa Cruz KOA, in a Deluxe Camping Cabin, Trailer rental, Rustic Camping Cabin, RV site or Tent. The wineries, fresh produce stands, Monterey Aquarium, Fisherman's Wharf, Pebble Beach Golf Course, Surf Breaks, Santa Cruz Boardwalk and endless miles of central-coast beaches are all within easy reach of the campground.
The campground offers its own entertainment options, including mini golf, banana bikes, a climbing wall, spectacular playground, horseshoes, basketball, volleyball, movies, and heated pool. Freshly baked pizzas delivered to your site, Saturday BBQ lunch, and Sunday Morning Pancake Breakfast during our summer camping season.
Our friendly staff will help you schedule your Birthday Party and Family Reunion events. Group facilities in our recreation hall can host up to 150 people. Recreation hall is only available in our off peak times. Call for schedules.
Join in the fun activities and themed weekends (seasonal). Whether you want to relax at your campsite, join in the activities, walk on the beaches or explore the variety of things to see and do in the Santa Cruz area, this KOA has it all.
Santa Cruz/Monterey Bay KOA is the proud home of MANY recreational items for the entire family!
- KOA Express Fun Train - This sturdily designed KOA Express Fun Train accommodates children and adults! If you are looking to add some smiles to your children's faces, All-Aboard the KOA Express Fun Train.
- KOA Big Bouncer - The KOA Big Bouncer will be a great hit with the entire family. Big Bouncers provide safe fun for adults and kids alike!
- Climbing Coconut Palm Trees - Our 3 Climbing Coconut Palm Trees are 20 feet tall and let you experience climbing a palm tree safely strapped in with Belays!
- Outdoor Movie Cinema - It's like a drive-in movie without the car!
- Campfire Theater - Join us for S'mores and live entertainment from talent shows to slapstick to game show re-creations.
Campground Amenities
- 50 Max Amp
- 90' Max Length
- Wi-Fi
- Cable TV
- Pool
- Hot Tub / Sauna
- Propane ($)
- Mini Golf ($)
- Firewood ($)
- Pavilion
- Bike Rentals ($)


