Aptos

The neighborhood of Aptos combines the majesty of the redwoods, the ocean and the historic Aptos Village. It is host to the annual Blues Festival & the 4th of July World's Shortest Parade.

The Redwoods stand tall in the Forest of Nisene Marks State Park, where residents hike, bike and run through its miles of scenic trails. Out at the coast, people walk along beaches that stretch for as far as the eye can see. And in between, people live in diverse homes from mountain cabins, sprawling homes overlooking the entire Monterey Bay, or right on the sand.

East of the highway are the hilly neighborhoods and mountain hideaways
called the Aptos Hills. There, you’ll find one of Northern California’s premiere community colleges, Cabrillo Junior College. The homes along the hills have spectacular ocean views from Capitola to Monterey. The hills have a distinct rural feel with horse ranches, acreage, wineries and orchards.

West of the highway, are the Aptos beach communities of Seacliff & Rio Del Mar/Seascape.

Aptos Recreation

·          Aptos Museum
 

·          Aptos Village – antique stores, boutiques, restaurants
 

·          Aptos Village Park – creekside park tucked behind Aptos Village. Weddings, events, picnics, festivals
 

·          Farmer's Market – Saturdays 8 a.m. – noon year-round at the Cabrillo Junior College Campus
 

·          Nisene Marks State Park – hiking, biking, picnicking