Manresa Main State Beach, CA
Sunrise to Sunset
2096 miles
55
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0
4
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90
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Walk to water
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~2Beach Alerts
Surf Caution
Surf Caution: Strong waves expected from 2 AM-8 AM — not ideal for kids (9s wave period)
Tide Shift Notice
High Tide at 2:10 PM: Some shore areas may narrow
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.
🅿️0 Parkings|🚶0 Entrances
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Beach Overview
Kid Friendly
Amenities
Parking Nearby
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 7/16/2026, 2:00:00 AM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02:00 | 55° | 0 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 03:00 | 55° | 0 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 04:00 | 55° | 0 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 05:00 | 55° | 0 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 06:00 | 53° | 0 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 07:00 | 56° | 0 | 3 mph | 0 |
| 08:00 | 59° | 1 | 2 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 7/16/2026, 2:00:00 AM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02:00 | 61°F | 3.3 ft | 9s | ← W | +1.5 ft |
| 03:00 | 61°F | 3.3 ft | 9s | ← W | -0.1 ft |
| 04:00 | 61°F | 3.4 ft | 9s | ← W | -1.8 ft |
| 05:00 | 60°F | 3.4 ft | 9s | ← W | -3.0 ft |
| 06:00 | 60°F | 3.4 ft | 9s | ← W | -3.7 ft |
| 07:00 | 60°F | 3.4 ft | 9s | ← W | -3.6 ft |
| 08:00 | 60°F | 3.4 ft | 9s | ← W | -3.0 ft |