The south Santa Cruz County region of Watsonville and Pajaro Valley boast pristine beaches and a Mediterranean climate. Explore the miles of trails around the Wetlands of Watsonville, perfect for birders. Adjacent to Watsonville, the Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Reserve is one of California's last undisturbed coastal wetlands and provides more opportunities for spectacular year-round bird watching. And Watsonville's annual Monterey Bay Birding Festival is a wonderful way to celebrate the hundreds of species of waterfowl, raptors and songbirds which call the area home. Other celebrations like the Watsonville Fly-In and the Watsonville Strawberry Festival at Monterey Bay and attractions like Watsonville Plaza, the Henry J. Mello Center, Agricultural History Museum, Watsonville Fairgrounds, Pajaro Valley Arts Gallery, and the Pajaro Valley Historical Museum are sights not to be missed. Read more...
Country Crossroads Map
Map of direct-sell farms in Santa Cruz County. Call for more information.
Watsonville, CA | 831.724.1356 | visit web site | more info
Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve
Visitor center & five miles of trails through oak woodlands, grasslands, fresh & saltwater marshes, seasonal wildlife.
Watsonville, CA | 831.728.2822 | visit web site | more info
Henry J. Mello Center for Performing Arts
Premier concert performance hall located in central Watsonville.
Watsonville, CA | 831.763.4047 | visit web site | more info
Manresa State Beach
Enjoy the surf, sand & sun. Restrooms, outdoor showers available. Parking fees - self-registration every day.
Watsonville, CA | 831.724.3750 | visit web site | more info
Pajaro Valley Arts Council/Gallery
A non-profit fine art gallery located in an 108-year-old historic Victorian.
Watsonville, CA | 831.722.3062 | visit web site | more info