Bonny Doon Beach, CA
Sunrise to Sunset
2112 miles
63
°F
8
11
mph
80
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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~2Beach Alerts
Dangerous Surf
Dangerous Surf: High waves present from 2 PM-7 PM — swimming not recommended
UV Alert
High UV Alert: SPF 50+ recommended from 2 PM-3 PM (UV Index 8)
About This Beach
Bonny Doon Beach is a secluded, clothing-optional beach nestled in a picturesque cove along the Santa Cruz coastline. Accessing the beach involves a moderate hike down from Highway 1, with some steep and rocky sections. While it offers stunning views, calm waters in certain coves, and a generally quiet atmosphere, it lacks amenities like restrooms and lifeguards, making preparation essential.
🅿️0 Parkings|🚶0 Entrances
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Plan Your Visit
Beach Overview
Clothing Optional
Amenities
Parking Nearby
Food Nearby
Activities & Rentals
No activities or rentals available.
Beachgoers Reviews
4.6
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 6/1/2026, 1:45:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | 63° | 8 | 11 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 63° | 8 | 12 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 62° | 8 | 14 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 61° | 6 | 15 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 60° | 5 | 14 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 59° | 3 | 14 mph | 0 |
| 19:00 | 57° | 2 | 14 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 6/1/2026, 1:45:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | 57°F | 6.2 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | +1.1 ft |
| 14:00 | 57°F | 6.1 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | +0.9 ft |
| 15:00 | 57°F | 6 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | +0.7 ft |
| 16:00 | 57°F | 6 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | +0.6 ft |
| 17:00 | 57°F | 5.9 ft | 11s | ↖ NW | +0.5 ft |
| 18:00 | 57°F | 5.8 ft | 11s | ↖ NW | +0.7 ft |
| 19:00 | 57°F | 5.8 ft | 11s | ↖ NW | +1.2 ft |