Harbor Cove Beach, CA
Sunrise to Sunset
2022 miles
72
°F
8
10
mph
66
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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~2Beach Alerts
UV Alert
High UV Alert: SPF 50+ recommended from 1 PM-3 PM (UV Index 8)
About This Beach
Harbor Cove Beach in Ventura, CA, is a family-friendly beach nestled within a man-made cove, offering calm, shallow waters perfect for young children and dogs. The beach is conveniently located near Ventura Harbor Village, providing easy access to restaurants, shops, and the Channel Islands National Park visitor center. While often crowded, particularly in the afternoons, many visitors praise its cleanliness, lifeguard presence, and beautiful sunset views.
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Plan Your Visit
Beach Overview
Kid Friendly
Pet Friendly
Amenities
Parking Nearby
Wheelchair Accessible
Activities & Rentals
No activities or rentals available.
Beachgoers Reviews
4.6
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 9/1/2026, 1:00:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | 72° | 8 | 10 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 72° | 8 | 10 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 72° | 7 | 9 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 72° | 6 | 11 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 71° | 4 | 13 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 69° | 2 | 13 mph | 0 |
| 19:00 | 67° | 1 | 12 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 9/1/2026, 1:00:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | 72°F | 2.7 ft | 8s | ↓ S | +3.1 ft |
| 14:00 | 72°F | 2.7 ft | 8s | ↓ S | +2.5 ft |
| 15:00 | 72°F | 2.9 ft | 8s | ↙ SW | +1.5 ft |
| 16:00 | 72°F | 3 ft | 7s | ↙ SW | +0.5 ft |
| 17:00 | 72°F | 3.2 ft | 7s | ← W | -0.4 ft |
| 18:00 | 72°F | 3.5 ft | 6s | ← W | -0.9 ft |
| 19:00 | 72°F | 3.7 ft | 6s | ← W | -1.1 ft |