| Lighthouse Field State Beach | |
| Map: | USA California#USA |
| Relief: | 1 |
| Location: | Santa Cruz County, California, United States |
| Nearest City: | Santa Cruz, California |
| Coordinates: | 36.9519°N -122.0283°W |
| Area Acre: | 38 |
| Established: | 1978 |
| Governing Body: | California Department of Parks and Recreation |
Lighthouse Field State Beach is a protected beach in the state park system of California, United States. It is located in the city of Santa Cruz at the north end of Monterey Bay. The beach overlooks the Steamer Lane surfing hotspot. It also contains the Santa Cruz Surfing Museum, housed in a 1967 lighthouse.[1] The 38acres site was established in 1978.[2]
Lighthouse Field State Beach is a wintering ground for migrating monarch butterflies. Other resident animals include California sea lions and American black swifts.
Steamer Lane is a famous surfing location. Each Christmas the park hosts Santa Cruz's annual "Caroling under the Stars" event. The park is free to visit year-round, and offers walking trails, wildlife viewing, picnic areas, public restrooms, and outdoor showers.