Carmel River State Beach, CA
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Dangerous Surf
Dangerous Surf: High waves present from 1 AM-7 AM — swimming not recommended
Tide Shift Notice
High Tide at 11:26 AM: Some shore areas may narrow
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: 3/5/2026, 1:00:00 AM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01:00 | 49° | 0 | 2 mph | 0 |
| 02:00 | 48° | 0 | 3 mph | 0 |
| 03:00 | 47° | 0 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 04:00 | 47° | 0 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 05:00 | 47° | 0 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 06:00 | 46° | 0 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 07:00 | 47° | 0 | 7 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 3/5/2026, 1:00:00 AM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01:00 | 57°F | 7 ft | 7s | ↖ NW | +0.8 ft |
| 02:00 | 57°F | 7 ft | 7s | ↖ NW | -0.3 ft |
| 03:00 | 57°F | 6.8 ft | 7s | ↖ NW | -1.2 ft |
| 04:00 | 57°F | 6.8 ft | 8s | ↖ NW | -1.9 ft |
| 05:00 | 57°F | 6.7 ft | 8s | ↖ NW | -2.2 ft |
| 06:00 | 57°F | 6.6 ft | 8s | ↖ NW | -1.9 ft |
| 07:00 | 57°F | 6.6 ft | 8s | ↖ NW | -1.2 ft |