Carmel River State Beach, CA
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Crowd Alert
Crowd Alert: Beach at capacity from 1 PM-5 PM — consider alternative times
Surf Caution
Surf Caution: Strong waves expected from 11 AM-4 PM — not ideal for kids (10s wave period)
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: 7/18/2026, 10:15:00 AM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 | 59° | 4 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 11:00 | 60° | 6 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 12:00 | 61° | 7 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 13:00 | 60° | 8 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 61° | 8 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 62° | 8 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 60° | 7 | 6 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 7/18/2026, 10:15:00 AM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 | 57°F | 4.1 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | -1.4 ft |
| 11:00 | 57°F | 4 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | -0.3 ft |
| 12:00 | 57°F | 3.9 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | +0.8 ft |
| 13:00 | 58°F | 3.9 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | +1.7 ft |
| 14:00 | 58°F | 3.9 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | +2.2 ft |
| 15:00 | 58°F | 3.9 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | +2.2 ft |
| 16:00 | 58°F | 3.8 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | +1.7 ft |