Carmel River State Beach, CA
Sunrise to Sunset
2108 miles
85
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5
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30
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Dangerous Surf
Dangerous Surf: High waves present from 2 PM-8 PM — 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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Weather Forecast
Updated: 10/16/2026, 2:00:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:00 | 85° | 5 | 10 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 88° | 5 | 11 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 82° | 4 | 10 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 71° | 2 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 70° | 1 | 3 mph | 0 |
| 19:00 | 69° | 0 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 20:00 | 69° | 0 | 7 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 10/16/2026, 2:00:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:00 | 68°F | 3.9 ft | 12s | ↖ NW | +2.8 ft |
| 15:00 | 68°F | 3.9 ft | 12s | ↖ NW | +2.6 ft |
| 16:00 | 68°F | 3.9 ft | 12s | ↖ NW | +2.0 ft |
| 17:00 | 68°F | 3.9 ft | 12s | ↖ NW | +1.4 ft |
| 18:00 | 68°F | 3.9 ft | 12s | ← W | +0.5 ft |
| 19:00 | 68°F | 3.9 ft | 12s | ↙ SW | -0.3 ft |
| 20:00 | 68°F | 3.9 ft | 13s | ↙ SW | -0.9 ft |