Sunset State Beach - California State Parks, CA
Sunrise to Sunset
2096 miles
56
°F
0
9
mph
88
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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Rain Expected
Rain Expected: Pack accordingly — forecast shows showers around 3 AM (Nov 17)
Surf Caution
Surf Caution: Strong waves expected from 10 PM-3 AM — not ideal for kids (5.4ft waves)
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: 11/16/2025, 9:30:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:00 | 56° | 0 | 10 mph | 0 |
| 22:00 | 56° | 0 | 7 mph | 0.01 |
| 23:00 | 56° | 0 | 11 mph | 0 |
| 00:00 | 56° | 0 | 9 mph | 0.06 |
| 01:00 | 56° | 0 | 11 mph | 0 |
| 02:00 | 57° | 0 | 15 mph | 0.09 |
| 03:00 | 54° | 0 | 13 mph | 0.26 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 11/16/2025, 9:30:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:00 | 59°F | 4.7 ft | 9s | ← W | +1.4 ft |
| 22:00 | 59°F | 4.7 ft | 9s | ← W | +1.1 ft |
| 23:00 | 59°F | 4.9 ft | 9s | ← W | +0.5 ft |
| 00:00 | 59°F | 5 ft | 8s | ← W | +0.0 ft |
| 01:00 | 59°F | 5.2 ft | 8s | ← W | -0.2 ft |
| 02:00 | 59°F | 5.2 ft | 8s | ← W | -0.2 ft |
| 03:00 | 59°F | 5.4 ft | 8s | ← W | +0.3 ft |