Andy's "End of the Wharf" Bait & Tackle
Located at the end of the Santa Cruz Wharf, you can enjoy visiting the sea lions, rent a fishing pole or crab net and grab great food to go, including clam chowder bread bowls, fish & chips, hamburgers, hot dogs, drinks, fries and snacks. Whether you are a veteran fisherman or just looking for a day of fun and adventure, Andy's is the place to get all your fishing supplies including bait, hooks, weights and line. Pole and crab net rentals for just $5 for the day. Call for more information. 831-429-1925. 71-B Municipal Wharf.
Original Stagnaro's Fishing Trips & Bay Cruises
Daily party boats, 7 a.m.- 7 p.m. Fishing for rock cod, ling cod, salmon (in season). Whale watching, cruises and ash scatterings are also available. 831-427-2334. Ticket booth soon to be located near the Marcella fishing boat exhibit. www.stagnaros.com. Trips load and depart from the Santa Cruz Harbor.
Santa Cruz Boat Rentals
7 a.m. to 4 p.m. boat rentals. 16 foot long skiffs with motors available. Also bait, tackle, and gifts for the fisherman. 831-423-1739. 15 Municipal Wharf. www.santacruzboatrentals.net
See Scopes
Take in the views with our coin-operated telescopes located at strategic points along the Santa Cruz Wharf.
Venture Quest
Rent a kayak and enjoy a cruise around the Wharf and Lighthouse areas. Visit with sea lions and otters while exploring the kelp beds and coastline from Cowell Cove. We offer classes, sales, rentals and tours, with beginning level 2.5 hour nature tours. 831-427-2267 and 831-425-8445. 2 Municipal Wharf. www.kayaksantacruz.com