Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in Santa Cruz, California, is one of America’s classic seaside amusement parks. Opened in 1907 along the shores of Monterey Bay, the Boardwalk has welcomed generations of visitors and remains closely connected to the traditional beach and amusement park culture of the California coast.

At the heart of the park is the Giant Dipper, the historic wooden roller coaster that has been operating since 1924 and remains one of the Boardwalk’s most recognizable attractions. It is joined by a varied collection of thrill rides, family attractions and classic amusement park rides, including the historic Looff Carousel. With the beach just steps away, the rides and surrounding boardwalk naturally blend into the lively atmosphere of the Santa Cruz waterfront.

More than a century after opening, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk still feels like a true California seaside amusement park. Historic rides, the beach and the Pacific Ocean are all part of the experience, giving the Boardwalk a charm that has grown over generations.

Reviews

A short visit to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Giant Dipper

A true classic

Rock-O-Plane

The interactive looping ride

Undertow

A fun spinning coaster