The Top 7 Lakes around Aptos
Looking to visit the best lakes around Aptos? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Aptos’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: October 12, 2025
Moran Lake Beach is part of the 9.2-acre Moran Lake Park. The beach stretches about a mile long and is a popular surf spot. The park offers restrooms, picnic tables, and outdoor showers.
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Schwan Lake is part of Twin Lakes State Park and was originally known as Schwan Lagoon when it connected to the ocean. Harbor construction restricted the flow of water from the ocean, transforming it into a freshwater lake.
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Twin Lakes State Beach features a mile of sandy shoreline for swimming and picnicking, situated near the Santa Cruz Harbor.
Adjacent Schwan Lake Park offers picturesque walking trails through oak …
Adjacent Schwan Lake Park offers picturesque walking trails through oak …
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Paved bike trails on both banks of the river connected by a pedestrian/bike bridge at the level of this serene duck pond. An experimental homeless tent camp is on a large well managed lawn.
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This lovely park is directly connected to Twin Lakes State Beach. It is a very nice area to bird watch, go for a walk or ride a bike. Normally, it is very quiet and feels a bit secluded.
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