Manresa Main State Beach, CA
Sunrise to Sunset
2096 miles
63
°F
2
3
mph
64
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Walk to water
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Dangerous Surf
Dangerous Surf: High waves present from 11 AM-4 PM — swimming not recommended
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.
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 1/16/2026, 10:30:00 AM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 | 60° | 2 | 3 mph | 0 |
| 11:00 | 64° | 3 | 1 mph | 0 |
| 12:00 | 63° | 3 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 13:00 | 65° | 4 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 66° | 3 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 66° | 2 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 64° | 1 | 4 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 1/16/2026, 10:30:00 AM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 | 57°F | 3.4 ft | 12s | ← W | +1.9 ft |
| 11:00 | 58°F | 3.3 ft | 12s | ← W | +0.8 ft |
| 12:00 | 58°F | 3.3 ft | 12s | ← W | -0.5 ft |
| 13:00 | 58°F | 3.2 ft | 12s | ← W | -1.7 ft |
| 14:00 | 58°F | 3.2 ft | 12s | ← W | -2.6 ft |
| 15:00 | 58°F | 3.2 ft | 12s | ← W | -3.0 ft |
| 16:00 | 58°F | 3.1 ft | 12s | ← W | -2.9 ft |