Manresa Main State Beach, CA
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Crowd Alert
Crowd Alert: Beach at capacity from 2 PM-4 PM — consider alternative times
Surf Caution
Surf Caution: Strong waves expected from 2 PM-8 PM — not ideal for kids (9s wave period)
About This Beach
Manresa State Beach is a long, expansive sandy beach with stunning views of the Pacific Ocean. It's known for its relatively clean sand, strong surf suitable for both beginners and experienced surfers, and its dog-friendly policy. While facilities like restrooms and sometimes showers are available, access to the beach involves walking down stairs or a sometimes-broken ramp, and parking is a $10 fee.
*Click a parking icon on the map to draw the shortest path to the nearest entrance.
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 3/15/2026, 2:00:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:00 | 68° | 6 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 68° | 6 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 68° | 5 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 70° | 3 | 2 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 71° | 2 | 1 mph | 0 |
| 19:00 | 68° | 0 | 2 mph | 0 |
| 20:00 | 64° | 0 | 3 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 3/15/2026, 2:00:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:00 | 58°F | 3 ft | 9s | ← W | -2.9 ft |
| 15:00 | 58°F | 3 ft | 9s | ← W | -3.1 ft |
| 16:00 | 59°F | 3 ft | 9s | ← W | -2.9 ft |
| 17:00 | 59°F | 2.9 ft | 9s | ← W | -2.2 ft |
| 18:00 | 59°F | 2.9 ft | 9s | ← W | -1.3 ft |
| 19:00 | 59°F | 2.8 ft | 9s | ← W | -0.2 ft |
| 20:00 | 59°F | 2.8 ft | 9s | ↖ NW | +0.6 ft |