Santa Cruz Port District

2023 CALIFORNIA SALMON FISHERY CLOSURE

On November 21, the United States Secretary of Commerce declared a fishery resource disaster for the 2023 salmon season. This declaration serves as a crucial step towards addressing the challenges faced by our commercial fleet and other businesses affected by the closure, read more.

Holiday Light Credit

Slip renters! Decorate your boat with holiday lights and receive an electricity credit for the month of December!

Dredging

The Santa Cruz Port District dredges the harbor channel between November 1 and May 1 of each year. During this time, the Port District may elect to direct the sediments from its dredging operation in the beach zone area. For any questions regarding the District’s dredge operation, please contact the harbor office at (831) 475-6161.

Santa Cruz Harbor RV Park

Santa Cruz Harbor RV Park is your premier destination for RV-ing in the Santa Cruz area. Located in the North Harbor, you can enjoy convenient access to nearby beaches and restaurants, downtown Santa Cruz, Capitola, and the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Book your stay today!

Office Space Available

Santa Cruz Port District desires to enter into a lease for the tenancy of 413 Lake Avenue, Suite 103, and is seeking applications from qualified candidates. For more information or to schedule a viewing, please contact Administrative Assistant, Renee Ghisletta at (831) 475-6161 ext. 22 or email scpd@santacruzharbor.org. Read more...

Welcome to the Gateway to the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary

On behalf of the Harbor Commission and District staff, we welcome you to the Santa Cruz Small Craft Harbor. Our website will provide you with information describing features, amenities, and a variety of activities throughout the harbor that are available to harbor users and visitors.

Mission Statement

The primary mission of the Santa Cruz Port Commission is to ensure that Santa Cruz Harbor is a viable operational and financial entity, providing a full array of boating and marine related opportunities for the public.

Dredging

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Webcams

Stay informed about the weather and entrance channel conditions at Santa Cruz Harbor with our live webcams. Whether you're planning a day of sailing, fishing, or simply enjoying the waterfront, our…

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Entrance Sounding

Prior to transiting the entrance, mariners are advised to check tide and weather conditions, view the most recent entrance sounding, and know what your vessel draws. Entrance soundings will be updated…

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Harbor Exchange

Harbor Exchange is a space created for the public to advertise boats, sublets and/or crew available or wanted at Santa Cruz Harbor.

2023 CALIFORNIA SALMON FISHERY CLOSURE

Holiday Light Credit

Dredging

Santa Cruz Harbor RV Park

Office Space Available

Welcome to the Gateway to the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary

Mission Statement

Dredging

Commissioners

Meetings

Guest Berthing

Online Bill Pay

Waiting List

RV Park

Featured

Webcams

Entrance Sounding

Harbor Exchange

Port Commission

Port Commission Regular Public Meeting

Port Commission Regular Public Meeting