Manresa Main State Beach, CA
Sunrise to Sunset
2096 miles
57
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0
8
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55
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Walk to water
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~2Beach Alerts
Surf Caution
Surf Caution: Strong waves expected from 11 PM-3 AM — 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.
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 4/16/2026, 9:15:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:00 | 58° | 0 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 22:00 | 56° | 0 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 23:00 | 55° | 0 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 00:00 | 54° | 0 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 01:00 | 54° | 0 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 02:00 | 53° | 0 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 03:00 | 50° | 0 | 3 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 4/16/2026, 9:15:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:00 | 61°F | 3.9 ft | 8s | ← W | +2.8 ft |
| 22:00 | 61°F | 3.9 ft | 8s | ← W | +3.0 ft |
| 23:00 | 61°F | 3.8 ft | 9s | ↖ NW | +2.6 ft |
| 00:00 | 61°F | 3.7 ft | 9s | ↖ NW | +1.6 ft |
| 01:00 | 61°F | 3.7 ft | 9s | ↖ NW | +0.3 ft |
| 02:00 | 60°F | 3.7 ft | 9s | ↖ NW | -1.1 ft |
| 03:00 | 60°F | 3.6 ft | 9s | ↖ NW | -2.4 ft |