Castle Rock Beach, CA
Sunrise to Sunset
1990 miles
71
°F
5
6
mph
80
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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Dangerous Surf
Dangerous Surf: High waves present from 12 PM-5 PM — swimming not recommended
UV Alert
High UV Alert: SPF 50+ recommended at 1 PM (UV Index 7)
About This Beach
Castle Rock Beach is a small, relatively secluded beach located near the Pacific Coast Highway. It's known for its stunning sunset views and generally uncrowded atmosphere. Parking can be challenging, with limited public parking and challenging street parking, but visitors describe it as a peaceful and relaxing spot ideal for quiet contemplation or photography.
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Plan Your Visit
Beach Overview
Secluded
Amenities
Parking Nearby
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Activities & Rentals
No activities or rentals available.
Beachgoers Reviews
4.5
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 10/2/2025, 11:15:00 AM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:00 | 71° | 5 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 12:00 | 72° | 6 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 13:00 | 72° | 7 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 72° | 6 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 71° | 5 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 70° | 4 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 69° | 2 | 6 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 10/2/2025, 11:15:00 AM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:00 | 69°F | 3.2 ft | 11s | ← W | +0.5 ft |
| 12:00 | 69°F | 3.2 ft | 11s | ← W | +0.3 ft |
| 13:00 | 69°F | 3.2 ft | 11s | ← W | +0.3 ft |
| 14:00 | 69°F | 3.2 ft | 11s | ← W | +0.7 ft |
| 15:00 | 70°F | 3.2 ft | 11s | ← W | +1.3 ft |
| 16:00 | 70°F | 3.2 ft | 11s | ← W | +2.0 ft |
| 17:00 | 70°F | 3.2 ft | 11s | ← W | +2.5 ft |