Shark Fin Cove Beach, Secluded beach cove in Santa Cruz County, United States.
The beach features a prominent rock formation emerging from the water that closely resembles a shark's dorsal fin against the California coastline.
Originally part of the Coastal Dairies State Park, this beach section includes remnants of old railroad tracks that once connected Santa Cruz to San Francisco.
Local photographers and UC Santa Cruz students frequently gather at this location to capture the interplay of light on the white mudstone during sunrise and sunset.
The beach access requires a steep descent down an unmarked trail from Highway 1, with free parking available in a small dirt area near Davenport.
A natural sea cave formed through wave erosion sits at the left side of the beach, accessible during low tide periods throughout the year.
Location: Santa Cruz County
Address: Shark Fin Cove, Davenport, CA 95017, USA 95017 Davenport 95017 Davenport
GPS coordinates: 37.00420,-122.18558
Latest update: May 9, 2025 11:34
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