Greyhound Rock Beach, Beach and coastal park in Santa Cruz County, United States.
Greyhound Rock Beach is a coastal park in Santa Cruz County featuring a large mudstone rock formation that extends into the Pacific Ocean. The site includes high cliffs, sandy shores, and multiple viewing platforms overlooking the water.
The beach took its name from the Greyhound, a ship that ran aground near the rocky shores in the late 1800s. This shipwreck shaped the location's identity and gave it the name it carries today.
Locals and visitors use the viewing platforms to watch migrating whales passing by during the winter season. This site draws people who want to experience ocean wildlife up close.
The site is open during daylight hours and includes wheelchair-accessible viewing platforms and parking near Highway 1. Visitors should watch for slippery rocks and changing tide conditions that may affect access to certain areas.
A trail between the two parking areas descends to tidal pools filled with starfish and other marine creatures. These hidden pools offer a close look at the ecosystem in a way that the main viewing platforms do not reveal.
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