Mitchell’s Cove, Santa Cruz County

By: DogTrekker Staff

A vibrant dog park bathed in sunlight features abundant greenery with mature trees, offering ample shade for leisurely outdoor activities. In the distance is a well-equipped playground that presents an additional activity area. An inviting picnic table spreads out nearby, ideal for enjoying meals al fresco or taking relaxing breaks from play. A neatly-placed trash bin aids in maintaining the park's cleanliness for everyone's enjoyment. Dominating the scene is a generously wide dirt path gracefully curving through the expanse of grass, promising exploratory walks and lively fetch games.

Mitchell’s Cove, Santa Cruz County.

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Mitchell’s Cove in Santa Cruz County is a pretty city beach just off West Cliff Drive that allows leashed dogs at any time, while leash-free romping is permitted between sunrise and 10 a.m. and from 4 p.m. to sunset.

While Mitchell’s Cove in unfenced, it backs to a cliff that serves as a natural barrier.

Elsewhere in Santa Cruz County, leashed dogs are permitted to accompany you on quite a few beaches, among them Lighthouse Field State Beach (also known at Its Beach) in town and several state beaches in the nearby communities of Aptos, Capitola and Davenport. To learn more, click here.

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