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Seacliff

California, United States · North America

About Seacliff

Seacliff sits on the route: 5 minutes from Soquel, 45km from 17-Mile Drive.

Seacliff is a town located in California, United States. With a population of 3,267, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Seacliff 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 Seacliff to your route.

About Seacliff

Seacliff State Beach is a state beach park on Monterey Bay, in the town of Aptos, Santa Cruz County, California. It is located off Highway 1 on State Park Drive, about 5 miles (8 km) south of Santa Cruz. The beach is most known for the concrete ship SS Palo Alto lying in the water. North of Seacliff State Beach is New

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Seacliff 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 Seacliff located?

Seacliff is located in California, United States, North America. The coordinates are 36.9741 latitude, -121.9158 longitude.

What is the population of Seacliff?

Seacliff has a population of approximately 3,267 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
3,267
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
California
Timezone
America/Los_Angeles
Coordinates
36.9741, -121.9158

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Worth the detour from Seacliff

5 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Monterey Bay Aquarium

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

40 km · about 45 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.

45 km · about 50 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.

45 km · about 50 min drive

racetrack

WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca

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

46 km · about 55 min drive

cafe

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.

56 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Seacliff

  • 45 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.
  • 67 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.
  • 79 kmBig SurA rugged stretch of California coastline between Carmel and San Simeon with dramatic cliffs, redwood forests, and the iconic Bixby Creek Bridge.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Seacliff.

Aptos

🇺🇸 United States

1 km awayPop. 6,220

Rio Del Mar

🇺🇸 United States

2 km awayPop. 9,216

Capitola

🇺🇸 United States

3 km awayPop. 10,189

Soquel

🇺🇸 United States

4 km awayPop. 9,644

Live Oak

🇺🇸 United States

6 km awayPop. 17,158

La Selva Beach

🇺🇸 United States

6 km awayPop. 2,843

Twin Lakes

🇺🇸 United States

7 km awayPop. 4,917

Aptos Hills-Larkin Valley

🇺🇸 United States

7 km awayPop. 2,381

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