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Davenport, CA

Clinging tight to the shoreline about 20 minutes north of Santa Cruz along old highway 1 is the sleepy little village of Davenport. Don't let it's size deceive you, — Davenport is a highly sought-after community with limited housing stock, which only adds to its allure. Those in search of a purely quiet beach town will not need to look any further. With most homes being just steps from Davenport Beac, not to mention a recreation center, elementary school, and grocery store, everything you need is in this charming seaside town.  

A Brief History of Davenport

The town is named for a Captain John Pope Davenport, who first set up shop here in 1867 by constructing a 450-foot wharf to aid in transporting lumber from the interior of the mainland, back…

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beach in davenport californiaIf you live in the area, or are one of the many people who actively participates in paddle surfing sports like kayaking, wave skiing or stand up paddle boarding (SUP), you are probably familiar with the renowned surf spot found just up the road in Davenport.  What you may not be aware of is that the famous break, located a mere 20 minutes north of Santa Cruz, also plays host to the annual Davenport Paddle Surf Classic, which is set to take place on November 15th & 16th. This competition offers a truly unique opportunity to experince some of the best kayakers, waveskiiers, and stand up paddle boarders (SUP) around to show off their incredible skill. The competition has been around for many years and includes numerous categories for both men’s and women’s…

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