METAPHYSICAL STORES
Moon Kiss - Serpent’s Kiss Metaphysical Shop — Santa Cruz
Address: 1360 Pacific Avenue (also listed as 2015 N Pacific Ave)
Phone: (831) 423‑5477
Website: www.serpents-kiss.com
Serpent’s Kiss is an active metaphysical and magical arts shop specializing in crystals, gemstones, ritual tools, spiritual books,
tarot decks, candles, oils, incense, and Native American crafts.
Address: 1360 Pacific Avenue (also listed as 2015 N Pacific Ave)
Phone: (831) 423‑5477
Website: www.serpents-kiss.com
Serpent’s Kiss is an active metaphysical and magical arts shop specializing in crystals, gemstones, ritual tools, spiritual books,
tarot decks, candles, oils, incense, and Native American crafts.
Avalon Visions / Metaphysical
Address: 2815 Porter St, Soquel, CA 95073
Phone: (831) 464-7245
Website: https://avalonvisions.com
Avalon Visions, a metaphysical store, that provides private readings, healings, classes, events, talks and much, much more.
Address: 2815 Porter St, Soquel, CA 95073
Phone: (831) 464-7245
Website: https://avalonvisions.com
Avalon Visions, a metaphysical store, that provides private readings, healings, classes, events, talks and much, much more.
Mountain Spirit
Address: 6299 Highway 9 Felton CA 95018
Phone: (831) 335-7700 Website: mountainspiritstore.com
Mountain Spirit is a metaphysical rockshop located within the magical redwood forest of the Santa Cruz Mountains in California. We specialize in raw and polished gems and minerals from all over the world. We also offer jewelry, beads, new and used books, candles, statues, oils, incense, cards and journals, local art, kid's stuff, and classes....all with a touch of magic.
Address: 6299 Highway 9 Felton CA 95018
Phone: (831) 335-7700 Website: mountainspiritstore.com
Mountain Spirit is a metaphysical rockshop located within the magical redwood forest of the Santa Cruz Mountains in California. We specialize in raw and polished gems and minerals from all over the world. We also offer jewelry, beads, new and used books, candles, statues, oils, incense, cards and journals, local art, kid's stuff, and classes....all with a touch of magic.
Air and Fire
Address: 13150 Hwy 9 Boulder Creek, CA 95006
Phone: (831) 338-7567 Website: airandfire.com
Air and Fire is the pagan occult shop in the Santa Cruz Mountains, California, carrying ritual tools, books, 400+ tarot, runes, spell crafts, incense, essential oils, waters and supplies. Our knowledgeable staff is here to assist. Tarot readings, energy healing, body therapy +.
Address: 13150 Hwy 9 Boulder Creek, CA 95006
Phone: (831) 338-7567 Website: airandfire.com
Air and Fire is the pagan occult shop in the Santa Cruz Mountains, California, carrying ritual tools, books, 400+ tarot, runes, spell crafts, incense, essential oils, waters and supplies. Our knowledgeable staff is here to assist. Tarot readings, energy healing, body therapy +.
PARANORMAL TEAMS & INVESTIGATORS
CENTRAL COAST
Santa Cruz, san benito, santa clara, monterey,
Paul Tashiro — Independent Investigator & Documentary Filmmaker - Santa Cruz County & Las Vegas, NV.
A Watsonville native and former Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s sergeant, Paul has a long-standing interest in paranormal investigation and unexplained phenomena. He is also an independent documentary filmmaker and was formerly the host of “Ghosts N Grub” on KSCO, where he explored paranormal locations and stories.
A Watsonville native and former Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s sergeant, Paul has a long-standing interest in paranormal investigation and unexplained phenomena. He is also an independent documentary filmmaker and was formerly the host of “Ghosts N Grub” on KSCO, where he explored paranormal locations and stories.
Vile Paranormal - Paul Dee & Johnny. Covering Santa Cruz County. Paranormal team & pod cast producers.
Bay Area Ghost Hunters
Established in 2006, Bay Area Ghost Hunters (BAGH) is a long-running paranormal research and networking group with 1,500+ members. The Bay Area Ghost Hunters (BAGH) is a large, active Meetup group for paranormal researchers, with monthly haunted site visits, special events, and connections to local investigation teams.
Established in 2006, Bay Area Ghost Hunters (BAGH) is a long-running paranormal research and networking group with 1,500+ members. The Bay Area Ghost Hunters (BAGH) is a large, active Meetup group for paranormal researchers, with monthly haunted site visits, special events, and connections to local investigation teams.
Michael Zervos Sr. Las Vegas Soul Searchers NV / Santa Cruz Soul Searchers, California Chapter
Eternal Veil Paranormal - Tasha M. & Victor Gonzales -
Location Base: Modesto, CALIF - Stanislaus County - Serving the Central Valley Region -
[email protected]
"Welcome to Eternal Veil Paranormal, a community of passionate explorers drawn to the mysteries of the paranormal! Whether it’s uncovering the secrets of haunted locations, strolling through eerie cemeteries.
Experienced team available for private investigations.
Location Base: Modesto, CALIF - Stanislaus County - Serving the Central Valley Region -
[email protected]
"Welcome to Eternal Veil Paranormal, a community of passionate explorers drawn to the mysteries of the paranormal! Whether it’s uncovering the secrets of haunted locations, strolling through eerie cemeteries.
Experienced team available for private investigations.
Lingering Souls Paranormal -
Location Base: Stockton, CALIF
Email: [email protected] - Website: lingeringsoulsparanormal.com
Cherie, Richard, and Kyle Pruitt, this mother, father, and son team has spent the past 18 years investigating haunted locations. Their work has been featured on the Travel Channel’s My Haunted Hometown and other productions. Based in the San Joaquin County and Central Valley, they host paranormal events and are available for private investigations and public events.
Location Base: Stockton, CALIF
Email: [email protected] - Website: lingeringsoulsparanormal.com
Cherie, Richard, and Kyle Pruitt, this mother, father, and son team has spent the past 18 years investigating haunted locations. Their work has been featured on the Travel Channel’s My Haunted Hometown and other productions. Based in the San Joaquin County and Central Valley, they host paranormal events and are available for private investigations and public events.
PARANORMAL CONTENT CREATORS / UNUSUAL HISTORY
Weird Spooky Story Time ... Researching the Weird So You Don't Have To.
Instagram - Tic Toc - Facebook
Weird Spooky Storytime (@spookygirl831) | TikTok
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Bay Area Bob - Hidden Coastal CA
Tic Toc BayAreaBob | Hidden Coastal CA (@forgottencalifornia) | TikTok
Tic Toc BayAreaBob | Hidden Coastal CA (@forgottencalifornia) | TikTok
REIKI MASTERS, HOLISTIC HEALING, MEDIUMSHIP, TAROT
Pam Barrick
Reiki Master, Intuitive Channel (Multidimensional Medium), Tarot Reader, and Licensed Therapist
I am available for in-person and remote sessions.
Located in Watsonville, California
Phone: 408-612-6268. I have been mentored and trained by several respected spiritual practitioners and have 30 years of experience exploring the art of intuition, portal openings and closings, and multidimensional channeling experiences. Sessions are offered in a confidential and supportive setting, whether in person or remotely.
Reiki Master, Intuitive Channel (Multidimensional Medium), Tarot Reader, and Licensed Therapist
I am available for in-person and remote sessions.
Located in Watsonville, California
Phone: 408-612-6268. I have been mentored and trained by several respected spiritual practitioners and have 30 years of experience exploring the art of intuition, portal openings and closings, and multidimensional channeling experiences. Sessions are offered in a confidential and supportive setting, whether in person or remotely.
Spa Santangelo
912 Lakeside Dr, Felton, CA 95018
Text (831) 335-8335
[email protected]
Balance your Chakras and understand how to clear and protect your energy. Spa Santangelo’s Mission is to serve as sacred space. We are Santa Cruz County’s premier provider of alternative health care and holistic recovery & wellness. Located in the heart of the Santa Cruz Mountains, we offer respite and nepenthe for stress and energy related imbalances. Holistic healing, tarot and more.
912 Lakeside Dr, Felton, CA 95018
Text (831) 335-8335
[email protected]
Balance your Chakras and understand how to clear and protect your energy. Spa Santangelo’s Mission is to serve as sacred space. We are Santa Cruz County’s premier provider of alternative health care and holistic recovery & wellness. Located in the heart of the Santa Cruz Mountains, we offer respite and nepenthe for stress and energy related imbalances. Holistic healing, tarot and more.
Brant Secunda / DANCE OF THE DEER FOUNDATION
Location: Pacific Cultural Center, 1307 Seabright Ave, Santa Cruz, CA SHAMANISM
Call: (831) 475-9560
E-mail: [email protected] Hours: Mon.–Fri., 9am–5pm PDT
Internationally recognized Huichol shaman, healer, and teacher, with a 12‑year apprenticeship under Don José Matsus. Shaminism: One‑hour gathering with drumming, rattling, sacred chanting, and prayer to connect with nature and life force.
Location: Pacific Cultural Center, 1307 Seabright Ave, Santa Cruz, CA SHAMANISM
Call: (831) 475-9560
E-mail: [email protected] Hours: Mon.–Fri., 9am–5pm PDT
Internationally recognized Huichol shaman, healer, and teacher, with a 12‑year apprenticeship under Don José Matsus. Shaminism: One‑hour gathering with drumming, rattling, sacred chanting, and prayer to connect with nature and life force.
RECOMMENDED - santa cruz / PARANORMAL AUTHORS
Mary Anne Porter, "Author of Haunted Santa Cruz California" From the brutal revolt that claimed the life of Father Andres Quintana at the former Spanish Mission to the ghostly legends of the historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz has a dark and haunted history. Explore tales of serial killers, notorious visitors, mysterious deaths, and the Hotel McRay, which inspired Alfred Hitchcock's Psycho. Historical researcher and paranormal investigator Maryanne Porter traces these eerie stories to their roots, revealing the legends, lore, and unexplained events that haunt Santa Cruz County. Arcadia Publishing, Haunted America Series.
“Murder Capital of the World” by Emerson Murray, an American author, journalist, and cultural creator known for his work in true crime, local history, and community storytelling. His book Murder Capital of the World (2021) Murder Capital of the World — Emerson Murray. Over 25 people murdered in just over two and a half years. What was happening in the small coastal town of Santa Cruz between October 1970 and February 1973?John Linley Frazier's home invasion murders of the Ohta Family and Dorothy Cadwallader in 1970 and the serial murder sprees of Herbert Mullin and Edmund Kemper left an impact on Santa Cruz that can still be felt today.
Nancy Lynn Jarvis: Author of the Regan McHenry Real Estate Mysteries and PIP INC Mysteries and Santa Cruz Ghost Stories - HOME OF GOOD READ MYSTERIES AND MORE In the 1970s Santa Cruz was dubbed “The Murder Capital of the World” so it’s not surprising that Santa Cruz has more than its fair share of alleged ghosts and ghost sightings. If you want to read stories about famous Santa Cruz Ghosts, l suggest you look for books by Maryanne Porter or Geoffrey Dunn. But if you want to be entertained ꟷor in some cases made to shiverꟷ by the creative minds of writers telling you their Santa Cruz ghost stories, this is the book for you. There’s even an AI generated ghost story so you can see what future ghosts may look like.
Jeff Dwyer: Northern California author best known for his Ghost Hunter’s Guide series, featuring haunted locations and paranormal history throughout California and the United States. His work combines historical research, reported hauntings, and paranormal investigation, books available at Amazon, Barnes & Noble and more. Dwyer also has advanced degrees in medical sciences and a background in medical research.
Website: jeffdwyer.com
Website: jeffdwyer.com
Author Stephanie Michel; "The Curse of Santa Cruz", dubbed “Murder Capitol of the World” during the 1970’s, when the decade recorded nearly thirty local murders committed by no less than four serial killers. The Curse of Santa Cruz explains that decade of carnage, along with the horrific true and historical events including the demise of the local China Town, Mafia takeover, and even the Ranchero’s of the area, all stemmed from an old Indian legend of a curse and the occurrences that lead to the annihilation of the Ohlone Indian Nation. Available on Amazon.
Haunted tours / entertainment
Monterey Ghosts: Ghost Tours & Haunted Pub Crawls https://usghostadventures.com › monterey-ghost-tour Tours in Monterey, CA
570 Pacific St, Monterey, CA 93940 · 24 mi
Open · Closes midnight ·
(831) 830-8650
570 Pacific St, Monterey, CA 93940 · 24 mi
Open · Closes midnight ·
(831) 830-8650
Zucchin's Tricks N' Things And Ghost Tours Cannery Row
685 Cannery Row 3rd Floor, Oscars Playground, Monterey, CA 93940-1037 (866) 624-4211
Zucchin's Tricks N' Things And Ghost Tours Cannery Row is a specialty magic shop and ghost-tour business located inside Oscar's Playground on Cannery Row in Monterey. It combines magic retail, live demonstrations, and history-focused walking tours, making it a distinctive attraction for visitors interested in illusion, local lore, and entertainment.
685 Cannery Row 3rd Floor, Oscars Playground, Monterey, CA 93940-1037 (866) 624-4211
Zucchin's Tricks N' Things And Ghost Tours Cannery Row is a specialty magic shop and ghost-tour business located inside Oscar's Playground on Cannery Row in Monterey. It combines magic retail, live demonstrations, and history-focused walking tours, making it a distinctive attraction for visitors interested in illusion, local lore, and entertainment.