Greyhound Rock is a county beach about 18 miles north of Santa Cruz on Highway 1. It is north of (but not connected by sand) to the beach at Scott Creek and it is south of where the North end of Swanton Road meets Highway 1. The only highway marker is a brown sign that says, "Beach Access." The rock itself is really fun to walk on, though it does become surrounded by water at high tide. All facilities are at the parking lot. The beach itself mostly lines a small cove and by walking north it is possible to reach Waddell Beach, but time this carefully because higher tides will cover the beach and block passage. In between Greyhound Rock Beach and Waddell Beach there is a large reef area where tide pools are accessible during lower tides. This beautiful  beach has a secluded feel and is a great place for birdwatching for this reason. 

From the parking area you can see part of the trail (circled) where it meets the beach.

Greyhound Rock at sunset.

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Related Links

• Greyhound Rock State Marine Conservation Area
• Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary
• Yelp reviews for Greyhound County Park
• http://www.beachcalifornia.com/greyh.html
• Beaches & Surf Spots,
• Parks and Open Spaces

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2011-10-04 21:15:10   What is Greyhound Rock named for? —67.169.144.198