Santa Cruz/Monterey KOA campground

Santa Cruz/Monterey Bay KOA

1186 San Andreas Rd.
Watsonville, California 95076
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Reservation Phone: (800) 562-7701
Local Phone: (831) 722-0551
E-mail: santacruz@koa.com

This many-faceted, award-winning facility seven miles from the coast is geared to multi-generational families, offering everything from pancake breakfasts and supervised activities for kids to RV sites, tent sites and camping cabins and lodges.

Amenities include a heated swimming pool, store, recreation hall, campfire circle, excursion-train rides, miniature golf and a bounce house for kiddos.

There's even Wi-Fi and cable TV for those who need to stay connected.

Dog-friendly policies:

  • Other comments: Pets are allowed in tent sites, private RVs and in some cabins, but not in the Airstreams. Pets must be leashed; chronic barkers will be asked to leave. Please call ahead to discuss policy and fees.

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