Bechers Bay can be windy when it's cranking in Windy Lane.
I've anchored in the Northern part not far from the pier.
Heavy kelp patches, but the water's so clear it's easy to
avoid. Few, if any, other boats.

Coches Prietos on Southern Santa Cruz is my favorite. Good
shelter, easy anchoring, beautiful beach. And you can't see
the mainland, making it feel more remote. There are far fewer
boats on the Southern side than the side closer to the mainland.

Enjoy,

dudley
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