Soquel, CA in Santa Cruz Area

S0quel is a fairly small town with ample charm, a couple hotels and restaurants offering reason enough to maybe stay there on your visit to Santa Cruz. With so much to see and do in nearby Santa Cruz, Aptos, Capitola and Scotts Valley, Soquel is strategically located to all the nearby highlights, while often providing affordable hotel accommodations beyond the pricier spots.

The unincorporated Soquel with nearly 10,000 people is not clearly distinguishable from its neighboring cities except maybe the sign next to a stoplight that announces where you are.

When visiting, you might want to check out local wineries such as Soquel Vineyards (soquelvineyards.com), part of the Santa Cruz weekend wine tours. Location: Soquel Vineyards, 8063 Glen Haven Road, Soquel, CA 95073. Call (831) 462-9045

Santa Cruz's fantastic beaches are one of the top attractions in the area, but you'll also enjoy the redwood forests that provide opportunities to hike and enjoy nature's beauty. Several nearby state parks include Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park and Forest of Nisene Marks State Park.