Carmel River State Beach, CA
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Crowd Alert
Crowd Alert: Beach at capacity from 2 PM-4 PM — consider alternative times
Surf Caution
Surf Caution: Strong waves expected from 2 PM-7 PM — not ideal for kids (6.2ft waves)
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: 11/16/2025, 1:45:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | 61° | 3 | 12 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 61° | 3 | 11 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 61° | 2 | 12 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 59° | 1 | 12 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 57° | 0 | 10 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 56° | 0 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 19:00 | 56° | 0 | 8 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 11/16/2025, 1:45:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | 59°F | 6.3 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | -1.6 ft |
| 14:00 | 59°F | 6.2 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | -1.8 ft |
| 15:00 | 59°F | 6.1 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | -1.6 ft |
| 16:00 | 59°F | 6 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | -0.9 ft |
| 17:00 | 59°F | 6 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | -0.1 ft |
| 18:00 | 59°F | 6 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | +0.7 ft |
| 19:00 | 59°F | 5.9 ft | 9s | ↖ NW | +1.3 ft |