Carmel River State Beach, CA
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Surf Caution
Surf Caution: Strong waves expected from 8 AM-2 PM — not ideal for kids (5.3ft waves)
UV Alert
High UV Alert: SPF 50+ recommended from 12 PM-2 PM (UV Index 8)
About This Beach
Carmel River State Beach is a picturesque location where the Carmel River meets the Pacific Ocean, offering a unique blend of calm river waters and powerful ocean waves. The beach boasts stunning scenery, abundant wildlife, and a relatively relaxed atmosphere compared to other nearby beaches, although parking can be limited. Clean restrooms are typically available, and visitors enjoy walking, picnicking, and watching the wildlife.
*Click a parking icon on the map to draw the shortest path to the nearest entrance.
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 6/3/2026, 8:00:00 AM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:00 | 54° | 1 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 09:00 | 56° | 3 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 10:00 | 57° | 5 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 11:00 | 56° | 6 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 12:00 | 60° | 8 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 13:00 | 63° | 8 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 65° | 8 | 6 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 6/3/2026, 8:00:00 AM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:00 | 58°F | 4.9 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | -2.8 ft |
| 09:00 | 58°F | 5 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | -2.3 ft |
| 10:00 | 58°F | 5 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | -1.5 ft |
| 11:00 | 58°F | 5.1 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | -0.7 ft |
| 12:00 | 58°F | 5.1 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | +0.1 ft |
| 13:00 | 58°F | 5.2 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | +0.6 ft |
| 14:00 | 58°F | 5.3 ft | 9s | ↖ NW | +0.9 ft |