Shell Beach, CA
Sunrise to Sunset
2432 miles
61
°F
2
3
mph
61
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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~7Beach Alerts
Dangerous Surf
Dangerous Surf: High waves present from 9 AM-2 PM — swimming not recommended
UV Alert
High UV Alert: SPF 50+ recommended from 1 PM-2 PM (UV Index 7)
About This Beach
Shell Beach is a secluded black sand beach accessed via a steep, unpaved trail. It offers stunning coastal views, abundant tide pools (best viewed at low tide), and a variety of rock formations. While lacking extensive amenities, the beach's natural beauty and relatively tranquil atmosphere make it a popular destination for nature lovers and those seeking a more rugged beach experience.
🅿️0 Parkings|🚶0 Entrances
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Beach Overview
Secluded
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Activities & Rentals
No activities or rentals available.
Beachgoers Reviews
4.6
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 9/7/2026, 8:45:00 AM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:00 | 58° | 0 | 2 mph | 0 |
| 09:00 | 62° | 2 | 2 mph | 0 |
| 10:00 | 66° | 3 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 11:00 | 66° | 5 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 12:00 | 68° | 6 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 13:00 | 69° | 7 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 70° | 7 | 6 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 9/7/2026, 8:45:00 AM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:00 | 59°F | 4.5 ft | 10s | ↓ S | +1.5 ft |
| 09:00 | 59°F | 4.5 ft | 10s | ↓ S | +1.8 ft |
| 10:00 | 59°F | 4.5 ft | 11s | ↓ S | +1.7 ft |
| 11:00 | 59°F | 4.4 ft | 11s | ↓ S | +1.3 ft |
| 12:00 | 59°F | 4.3 ft | 11s | ↓ S | +0.7 ft |
| 13:00 | 59°F | 4.3 ft | 11s | ↓ S | +0.3 ft |
| 14:00 | 59°F | 4.3 ft | 11s | ↓ S | +0.2 ft |