Carmel River State Beach, CA
Sunrise to Sunset
2408 miles
60
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0
7
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41
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Walk to water
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Dangerous Surf
Dangerous Surf: High waves present from 9 PM-3 AM — swimming not recommended
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.
🅿️0 Parkings|🚶0 Entrances
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Beach Overview
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Activities & Rentals
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Beachgoers Reviews
4.8
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 5/18/2026, 9:00:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:00 | 60° | 0 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 22:00 | 59° | 0 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 23:00 | 59° | 0 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 00:00 | 55° | 0 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 01:00 | 52° | 0 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 02:00 | 51° | 0 | 3 mph | 0 |
| 03:00 | 49° | 0 | 4 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 5/18/2026, 9:00:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:00 | 53°F | 7.5 ft | 9s | ↖ NW | +2.4 ft |
| 22:00 | 53°F | 7.5 ft | 9s | ↖ NW | +3.2 ft |
| 23:00 | 53°F | 7.4 ft | 9s | ↖ NW | +3.7 ft |
| 00:00 | 53°F | 7.5 ft | 9s | ↖ NW | +3.7 ft |
| 01:00 | 53°F | 7.5 ft | 9s | ↖ NW | +3.0 ft |
| 02:00 | 53°F | 7.5 ft | 9s | ↖ NW | +1.8 ft |
| 03:00 | 53°F | 7.5 ft | 9s | ↖ NW | +0.3 ft |