Campus Point Beach, CA
Sunrise to Sunset
2345 miles
67
°F
7
5
mph
85
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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Crowd Alert
Crowd Alert: Beach at capacity at 3 PM — consider alternative times
Surf Caution
Surf Caution: Strong waves expected from 5 PM-7 PM — not ideal for kids (9s wave period)
About This Beach
Campus Point Beach, nestled near UCSB, offers a blend of stunning ocean views, rocky shores, and tide pools. It's a popular spot for surfers, with rental options available, but also provides a peaceful walking path with less crowded areas further along the trail. The beach itself has limited sandy areas, and access may require a short walk from parking, but it's considered a local favorite.
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 3/15/2026, 1:00:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | 67° | 7 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 68° | 7 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 68° | 6 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 66° | 5 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 64° | 3 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 61° | 2 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 19:00 | 57° | 0 | 5 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 3/15/2026, 1:00:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | 60°F | 3.2 ft | 8s | ← W | -2.4 ft |
| 14:00 | 60°F | 3.2 ft | 8s | ← W | -2.9 ft |
| 15:00 | 61°F | 3.1 ft | 8s | ← W | -2.8 ft |
| 16:00 | 61°F | 3 ft | 8s | ← W | -2.2 ft |
| 17:00 | 61°F | 3 ft | 9s | ← W | -1.3 ft |
| 18:00 | 61°F | 3 ft | 9s | ← W | -0.2 ft |
| 19:00 | 61°F | 2.9 ft | 9s | ← W | +0.7 ft |