Manresa Main State Beach, CA
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Crowd Alert: Beach at capacity from 2 PM-4 PM — consider alternative times
Surf Caution
Surf Caution: Strong waves expected from 2 PM-6 PM — not ideal for kids (10s 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: 11/16/2025, 1:30:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | 58° | 3 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 59° | 3 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 59° | 2 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 58° | 0 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 57° | 0 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 57° | 0 | 9 mph | 0 |
| 19:00 | 57° | 0 | 9 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 11/16/2025, 1:30:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | 59°F | 3.9 ft | 10s | ← W | -1.6 ft |
| 14:00 | 59°F | 3.9 ft | 10s | ← W | -1.8 ft |
| 15:00 | 60°F | 3.9 ft | 9s | ← W | -1.5 ft |
| 16:00 | 60°F | 3.8 ft | 9s | ← W | -0.9 ft |
| 17:00 | 60°F | 3.8 ft | 9s | ← W | -0.1 ft |
| 18:00 | 60°F | 3.9 ft | 9s | ← W | +0.7 ft |
| 19:00 | 59°F | 3.9 ft | 8s | ← W | +1.3 ft |