Sunset State Beach - California State Parks, CA
Sunrise to Sunset
2396 miles
60
°F
3
4
mph
76
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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~1Beach Alerts
Dangerous Surf
Dangerous Surf: High waves present from 1 PM-6 PM — swimming not recommended
Crowd Alert
Crowd Alert: Beach at capacity from 2 PM-4 PM — consider alternative times
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
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Activities & Rentals
No activities or rentals available.
Beachgoers Reviews
4.6
Average Rating
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 12/14/2025, 12:15:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 | 59° | 3 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 13:00 | 59° | 3 | 10 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 58° | 3 | 10 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 58° | 2 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 57° | 1 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 54° | 0 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 52° | 0 | 2 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 12/14/2025, 12:15:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 | 58°F | 2.4 ft | 11s | ← W | -1.7 ft |
| 13:00 | 58°F | 2.4 ft | 11s | ← W | -1.9 ft |
| 14:00 | 58°F | 2.4 ft | 11s | ← W | -1.7 ft |
| 15:00 | 58°F | 2.4 ft | 11s | ← W | -1.3 ft |
| 16:00 | 58°F | 2.4 ft | 11s | ← W | -0.6 ft |
| 17:00 | 58°F | 2.4 ft | 11s | ← W | -0.0 ft |
| 18:00 | 58°F | 2.4 ft | 11s | ← W | +0.4 ft |