Travel

Rental Car

Driving Directions

The venue is located about 2 hours south of San Francisco, 35 minutes from Santa Cruz and about an hour to 75 minutes from both Monterey and San Jose. DO NOT** follow Google Maps, which will take you to Highland Way, a very remote, winding road that is one lane in many places. You won't save time. ------------------- ~From San Francisco, East Bay or San Jose~ Take Hwy 17 to Santa Cruz. Head south on Highway 1 Take the Freedom Boulevard exit and go left over the freeway After 5 miles, you will come to a stop sign where you will make a left on Corralitos Road Follow Corralitos Road for 2 miles At the four-way stop sign the road becomes Eureka Canyon Go straight and continue for 6.7 miles Pema Osel Ling is on the left side, with a big blue and gold sign posted at the entrance. ----------------- ~From Monterey~ Head north on Highway 1. Take the Airport Boulevard Exit At the junction with Freedom Boulevard, make a left and follow it for a couple of miles At the stop sign, make a right onto Corralitos Road Follow Corralitos Road for 2 miles At the four-way stop sign the road becomes Eureka Canyon Go straight and continue for 6.7 miles Pema Osel Ling is on the left side, with a big blue and gold sign posted at the entrance. ----------------- ~From Los Angeles~ Take I-5 North approximately 270 miles Exit Highway 152 towards Gilroy, Hollister, San Jose for 29 miles Slight left onto CA 156 for 21 miles Slight right onto Co Rd G11/San Juan Rd (signs for Aromas/Watsonville) for 9 miles Turn Right onto Porter Drive for 420 feet Continue onto Main Street for 0.9 miles Turn Right onto Freedom Blvd for 2.2 miles Slight right to stay on Freedom Blvd. 2.2 miles Turn Right onto Corralitos Rd for 1.8 miles Continue onto Eureka Canyon Road for 6.5 miles Pema Osel Ling is on the left side, with a big blue and gold sign posted at the entrance.

Flight

San Jose Mineta International Airport

This airport is about 75 minutes away from the venue. Please see above for driving directions from San Jose, and the 'Things to Do' page for more of our reccs in this area.

Flight

San Francisco International Airport

SFO is a major transit hub and about 2 hours away from the venue. If you’re up for a slow and unbelievably scenic drive, we recommend taking Highway 1 from SFO to Santa Cruz, then to the venue. This will take longer but it's an unforgettable experience with many curious stops along the way. Please see above for driving directions from San Francisco, and the 'Things to Do' page for more of our reccs in this area.

Flight

Oakland International Airport

This airport is closer to our home (and Thursday night bar crawl), and is about 1.5 hours from the venue. Please see above for driving directions from Oakland, and the 'Things to Do' tab for more of our reccs in this area.

Hotel

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton (discount)

5-15% off for wedding * Distance: 13.8 Mi, 27min * Avg Cost: 2 nights, 2 people, $350 * Contact: bquartararo@seacliffinn.com * Other notes: Pool, hottub, other wedding folks

Hotel

Seascape Beach Resort (discount)

15% by using link below! * Distance: 13.6 Mi, 29min * Avg Cost: $350+ * Contact: information@riosands.com * Other notes: Close to the beach, pool, and discount code! * Wedding Room Block Link 2025

Hotel

Rio Sands Hotel

* Distance: 13.6 Mi, 29min * Avg Cost: 2 nights, 2 people, $277+ * Contact: information@riosands.com * Other notes: Pool, not far from beach, discount!

Hotel

Capitola Venetian Hotel

*Distance: 16.6 Mi, 32min * Avg Cost: 2 nights, 2 people, $370+ * Contact: information@capitolavenetian.com * Other notes: Beachfront, cute as hell, near surf

Hotel

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

* Distance: 17.7 Mi, 33min * Avg Cost: 2 nights, 2 people, $300+ * Contact: info@fairfieldinncapitola.com * Other notes: Nice pool, fancy, fire-pit

House Or Rental

Camp Cruz Glampground (5 min walk)

10% discount if you book both rooms, contact directly * Distance: 5 Min Walk * Avg Cost: 4 guests, 2 nights = $750 * Room Set-Up: Two separate bedrooms with double bed * Contact: mollypassana@gmail.com * Other notes: Outdoor showers and composting toilet, for folks cool with glamping

Travel Note

Rent a Campervan or RV

If you're interested, consider renting a campervan or RV, as overnight and weekend parking is permitted at the venue. There are also many beautiful campsites nearby (book in advance! they fill quick). If you plan to stay at the venue for the weekend, please let us know so we can make arrangements. There is a small fee, but it will cover meals and other amenities. Tents can be rented at Big 5 or REI.