SANTA CRUZ — Ocean-side explorers found plenty to take in during a docent-led tour Sunday at Natural Bridges State Beach. On springtime weekends, docents such as Giancarlo Thomae lead visitors ...

Beach goers wade in the surf at Natural Bridges State Beach Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2016, in Santa Cruz, Calif. Santa Ana winds gusted out of the mountains of Southern California on Wednesday, driving ...

This method for reaching a party has worked in the past, for many people, though we're not sure we'd recommend it for the upcoming Migration Festival at Natural Bridges State Beach in Santa Cruz.

If you go What: Migration Festival. Where: Natural Bridges State Beach, 2531 W. Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz. When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday. Cost: Festival is free, parking is $10.

The walk to the pools requires passing through an adjacent mobile home community. The pathway is clearly marked and public access is allowed as part of an agreement with the state that allows ...

By Maria GauraUpdatedApril 18, 2015 8:21 p.m. The bluff above Natural Bridges State Beach is a popular spot to catch the sunset for animals and humans alike.Jason Henry / Special To The Chronicle ...