Moran Lake Beach and Park

Moran Lake Beach and Park is a public beach on the California coast, about half a mile from Pleasure Point. It is equipped with restrooms and lifeguards, offers accessible access, and charges no fee, which makes it a simple stop for a beach day. Late summer into early fall is the driest, warmest stretch: typical averages from the nearby Santa Cruz weather station put September highs around 77°F with lows in the low 50s, and June through September each see only about one wet day a month. Winters stay mild, with no snow, but bring roughly 10 to 11 wet days a month from December through March. Close by, the Marsh Vista Trail is about 2 miles away, with Old Vineyard Trail (East) and Paul Sweet Trail each under 3 miles off. Paddlers can head to Soquel Creek, about 7.5 miles away.