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Scotts Valley

California, United States · North America

About Scotts Valley

Scotts Valley sits on the route: 5 minutes from Mount Hermon, 54km from 17-Mile Drive.

Scotts Valley is a town located in California, United States. With a population of 11,945, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Scotts Valley sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Los Angeles time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Scotts Valley to your route.

About Scotts Valley

Scotts Valley is a small city in Santa Cruz County, California, United States, about thirty miles (48 km) south of downtown San Jose and six miles (9.7 km) north of the city of Santa Cruz, in the upland slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains. As of the 2020 census, the city population was 12,224. Principal access to the

Read more city is supplied by State Route 17 that connects San Jose and Santa Cruz. The city was incorporated in 1966.

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Scotts Valley offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Scotts Valley located?

Scotts Valley is located in California, United States, North America. The coordinates are 37.0511 latitude, -122.0147 longitude.

What is the population of Scotts Valley?

Scotts Valley has a population of approximately 11,945 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
11,945
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
California
Timezone
America/Los_Angeles
Coordinates
37.0511, -122.0147

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AAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Right turn on red is legal in most states unless signed otherwise.

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Worth the detour from Scotts Valley

5 notable places within an hour's drive.

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Alice's Restaurant

A legendary biker and car enthusiast hangout on Skyline Boulevard in the Santa Cruz Mountains, a must-stop on one of California's best riding roads.

44 km · about 50 min drive

landmark

Monterey Bay Aquarium

World-class aquarium on Cannery Row showcasing the marine habitats of Monterey Bay with living kelp forests.

49 km · about 55 min drive

landmark

Pebble Beach (Concours d'Elegance Venue)

The hallowed 18th fairway of Pebble Beach Golf Links hosts the world's most prestigious classic car competition each August.

54 km · about 60 min drive

coastal drive

17-Mile Drive

Legendary private toll road winding through Pebble Beach and Pacific Grove, passing the Lone Cypress, crashing surf at Bird Rock, and fairways of Pebble Beach Golf Links.

54 km · about 60 min drive

racetrack

WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca

Famous for the Corkscrew - a dramatic downhill left-right chicane

57 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Scotts Valley

  • 54 km17-Mile DriveLegendary private toll road winding through Pebble Beach and Pacific Grove, passing the Lone Cypress, crashing surf at Bird Rock, and fairways of Pebble Beach Golf Links.
  • 73 kmTom Lantos Tunnels (Devil's Slide)Twin highway tunnels that bypass the notorious Devil's Slide cliffs on Highway 1 south of Pacifica; the old clifftop roadbed is now a spectacular coastal trail.
  • 76 kmBixby Bridge Viewpoint (Big Sur)The iconic concrete arch bridge spanning a deep canyon on the PCH, one of the most photographed bridges on the California coast.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Scotts Valley.

Mount Hermon

🇺🇸 United States

4 km awayPop. 1,037

Felton

🇺🇸 United States

5 km awayPop. 4,057

Pasatiempo

🇺🇸 United States

5 km awayPop. 1,041

Lompico

🇺🇸 United States

7 km awayPop. 1,137

Ben Lomond

🇺🇸 United States

8 km awayPop. 6,234

Live Oak

🇺🇸 United States

8 km awayPop. 17,158

Santa Cruz

🇺🇸 United States

9 km awayPop. 64,220

Soquel

🇺🇸 United States

9 km awayPop. 9,644

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