Sunset State Beach - California State Parks, CA
Sunrise to Sunset
2096 miles
62
°F
8
10
mph
85
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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~1Beach Alerts
Crowd Alert
Crowd Alert: Beach at capacity from 1 PM-4 PM — consider alternative times
Surf Caution
Surf Caution: Strong waves expected from 2 PM-7 PM — not ideal for kids (10s wave period)
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.
🅿️0 Parkings|🚶0 Entrances
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Plan Your Visit
Beach Overview
Kid Friendly
Amenities
Parking Nearby
Food Nearby
Activities & Rentals
No activities or rentals available.
Beachgoers Reviews
4.6
Average Rating
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 7/18/2026, 1:15:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | 61° | 8 | 9 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 62° | 8 | 11 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 62° | 8 | 11 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 61° | 7 | 11 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 61° | 5 | 11 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 59° | 3 | 10 mph | 0 |
| 19:00 | 58° | 2 | 9 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 7/18/2026, 1:15:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | 59°F | 3 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | +1.7 ft |
| 14:00 | 59°F | 3 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | +2.2 ft |
| 15:00 | 59°F | 3 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | +2.2 ft |
| 16:00 | 59°F | 3 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | +1.8 ft |
| 17:00 | 59°F | 3 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | +1.1 ft |
| 18:00 | 59°F | 3 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | +0.3 ft |
| 19:00 | 59°F | 3.1 ft | 10s | ↖ NW | -0.4 ft |