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Monarch Butterfly Viewing at Natural Bridges at Natural Bridges State Beach, Nov 22

Monarch Butterfly Viewing at Natural Bridges

When: Sun, Nov 22, 2026 · 12:00 AM – Mon, Nov 23, 2026, 12:59 AM
Where: Natural Bridges State Beach · 2531 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060 · Directions ↗ · venue site ↗
Price: FREE
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Sunset 4:55 PM
Tides: Low tide 1:08 AM (1.98 ft) · High tide 7:36 AM (5.94 ft) · Low tide 2:45 PM (-0.38 ft) · High tide 9:19 PM (3.77 ft) · tide chart

Visit the Monarch Grove at Natural Bridges State Beach for a self-guided family outing during November. Walk the accessible boardwalk to look for overwintering butterflies in the eucalyptus trees. Numbers vary with migration and weather; bring binoculars and observe quietly without touching the butterflies. Hours: The park is open daily from 8am to sunset; the visitor center is open 11am–4pm. Viewing is free; vehicle parking is $10. Natural Bridges State Beach, 2531 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz.

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