Before you start your trip, check traffic using the live freeway traffic cameras. Caltrans operates and maintains a network of 24 traffic cameras at the following highway locations in Santa Cruz County. Images are automatically refreshed and updated every 3-20 minutes. Check back often for new camera locations.
Live Streaming Traffic Cameras
Live streaming video is available at these traffic camera locations:
- Hwy 17 at Laurel Curve
- Hwy 17 at Fishhook
- Hwy 17 at Ocean St
- Hwy 1 West of Emeline
- Hwy 1 West of Morrissey Blvd
- Hwy 1 East of Morrissey Blvd
- Hwy 1 West of 41st
- Hwy 1 West of State Park Dr
Note: When traffic cameras are down for maintenance, you may see a blank or black screen. Streaming traffic videos are in .asx format, and require compatible software to view. Windows Media Player will work on Windows computers, and VLC is compatible with all major operating systems. Mobile devices may not be able to play the videos.