Capitola, Coastal resort town in Santa Cruz County, California
Capitola stretches along the northern shores of Monterey Bay with beaches, cliffs, and a central village surrounding the mouth of Soquel Creek.
The area transformed from Soquel Landing with its 1850s wharf into Capitola after Frederick A. Hihn developed it as a resort destination.
The town maintains galleries featuring local artists and holds regular events throughout the year, including art shows and community gatherings.
The city center contains numerous restaurants, shops, and rental facilities for water activities such as kayaking, paddleboarding, and surfing equipment.
A 1961 incident involving hundreds of sooty shearwaters attacking the town influenced Alfred Hitchcock's creation of the film The Birds.
Location: Santa Cruz County
Inception: January 11, 1949
Website: http://cityofcapitola.org
GPS coordinates: 36.97639,-121.95472
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:43
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