The small craft harbor in downtown Santa Cruz is approximately in the middle of Twin Lakes State Beach, which extends for a distance parallel to East Cliff Drive and Portola Drive. The beach has a mile of sandy shoreline, popular for swimming and picnicking. The park's adjacent Schwan's lake is a good location for bird watching.BOATINGBoatingTRAIL USEHiking TrailsDAY-USE ACTIVITIES & FACILITIESExhibits and ProgramsFishingInterpretive ExhibitsBeach AreaSwimmingWindsurfing/SurfingGeocachingOTHER FACILITIES & VISITOR INFORMATIONRestrooms / ShowersOutdoor ShowersDrinking Water Available