Sunset State Beach - California State Parks, CA
Sunrise to Sunset
2096 miles
64
°F
1
2
mph
91
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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Dangerous Surf
Dangerous Surf: High waves present from 10 AM-3 PM — swimming not recommended
About This Beach
Sunset State Beach is a relatively uncrowded, peaceful beach in California known for its stunning sunsets and scenic views. It offers easy beach access from a parking lot, restrooms, and a campground with varying reviews on the facilities. The beach itself is described as wide and flat, perfect for walking and relaxing, though some mention the presence of ticks.
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Plan Your Visit
Beach Overview
Kid Friendly
Amenities
Parking Nearby
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Activities & Rentals
No activities or rentals available.
Beachgoers Reviews
4.6
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 10/2/2025, 9:15:00 AM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00 | 64° | 1 | 2 mph | 0 |
| 10:00 | 65° | 1 | 3 mph | 0 |
| 11:00 | 65° | 3 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 12:00 | 65° | 4 | 9 mph | 0 |
| 13:00 | 63° | 5 | 9 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 62° | 4 | 11 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 64° | 4 | 14 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 10/2/2025, 9:15:00 AM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00 | 65°F | 7 ft | 12s | ← W | +1.5 ft |
| 10:00 | 65°F | 6.9 ft | 12s | ← W | +1.2 ft |
| 11:00 | 65°F | 6.8 ft | 12s | ← W | +0.8 ft |
| 12:00 | 65°F | 6.8 ft | 12s | ← W | +0.5 ft |
| 13:00 | 65°F | 6.8 ft | 12s | ← W | +0.4 ft |
| 14:00 | 65°F | 6.7 ft | 11s | ← W | +0.5 ft |
| 15:00 | 65°F | 6.6 ft | 11s | ← W | +0.8 ft |