The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a mile-long boardwalk and amusement park just south of central Santa Cruz. Operating for more than a century, the boardwalk boasts a plethora of rides ...

The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk including the Casino Arcade and Neptune's Kingdom would close for the reminder of the day due to the large waves and high tide, the amusement park announced.

In the summer, it's one of the busiest beaches in Santa Cruz thanks to its lengthy list of amenities, including lifeguards, restrooms, nearby food options and amusement park rides and games.