Sunset State Beach - California State Parks, CA
Sunrise to Sunset
2396 miles
64
°F
6
6
mph
74
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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~1Beach Alerts
Crowd Alert
Crowd Alert: Beach at capacity from 2 PM-4 PM — consider alternative times
Surf Caution
Surf Caution: Strong waves expected from 2 PM-7 PM — not ideal for kids (9s 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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200 + reviews
Weather Forecast
Updated: 3/15/2026, 1:30:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | 63° | 6 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 65° | 6 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 66° | 6 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 66° | 5 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 66° | 3 | 3 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 67° | 2 | 1 mph | 0 |
| 19:00 | 64° | 0 | 2 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 3/15/2026, 1:30:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | 57°F | 3.8 ft | 9s | ↖ NW | -2.2 ft |
| 14:00 | 57°F | 3.7 ft | 9s | ↖ NW | -2.9 ft |
| 15:00 | 57°F | 3.7 ft | 9s | ↖ NW | -3.1 ft |
| 16:00 | 57°F | 3.7 ft | 9s | ↖ NW | -2.9 ft |
| 17:00 | 57°F | 3.6 ft | 9s | ↖ NW | -2.2 ft |
| 18:00 | 57°F | 3.5 ft | 9s | ↖ NW | -1.3 ft |
| 19:00 | 57°F | 3.5 ft | 9s | ← W | -0.2 ft |