Sunset State Beach - California State Parks, CA
Sunrise to Sunset
2096 miles
52
°F
0
3
mph
87
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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~1Beach Alerts
Dangerous Surf
Dangerous Surf: High waves present from 7 AM-12 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
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 4/19/2026, 6:15:00 AM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:00 | 52° | 0 | 2 mph | 0 |
| 07:00 | 52° | 0 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 08:00 | 55° | 1 | 1 mph | 0 |
| 09:00 | 57° | 2 | 3 mph | 0 |
| 10:00 | 59° | 3 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 11:00 | 60° | 5 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 12:00 | 61° | 7 | 9 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 4/19/2026, 6:15:00 AM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:00 | 59°F | 2 ft | 11s | ↙ SW | -3.6 ft |
| 07:00 | 59°F | 2 ft | 11s | ↙ SW | -3.5 ft |
| 08:00 | 59°F | 2 ft | 11s | ↙ SW | -2.9 ft |
| 09:00 | 59°F | 2 ft | 11s | ↙ SW | -1.8 ft |
| 10:00 | 59°F | 1.9 ft | 11s | ↙ SW | -0.7 ft |
| 11:00 | 59°F | 1.9 ft | 11s | ↙ SW | +0.4 ft |
| 12:00 | 59°F | 1.9 ft | 11s | ↙ SW | +1.1 ft |