Bonny Doon is a census-designated place in Santa Cruz County, California. It sits at an elevation of 450 m. It is situated northwest of the city of Santa Cruz, considered part of the southern San Francisco Bay Area or northern Monterey Bay Area. The area is known for lavender farms and wineries. Bonny Doon's population was 2,868, as reported by the 2020 census and 2,946 in 2023.
The Bonny Doon Ecological Reserve is a nature preserve of 552 acres (2.23 km2) in the Santa Cruz Mountains of California. The reserve protects several rare and endangered plant and animal species within an area known as the Santa Cruz Sandhills, an ancient seabed containing fossilized marine animals.
Set on 79-acres in the mountains of beautiful Santa Cruz, Bonny Doon Equestrian Park is a unique place where horses and riders will find high-quality boarding and training services. From the direct access to trails, covered arena, large pastures, and the many other amenities it has to offer, the facility will cater to any of you and your horses’ needs.
Beauregard Vineyards is a family-owned winery nestled in the Santa Cruz Mountains AVA (American Viticultural Area) near the town of Boulder Creek, California, about 15 miles north of Santa Cruz. Known for its small-lot, terroir-driven wines and historic roots, it’s a gem for wine enthusiasts seeking authenticity and scenic beauty.
