Sunset State Beach - California State Parks, CA
Sunrise to Sunset
2096 miles
48
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0
4
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72
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
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~1Beach Alerts
Surf Caution
Surf Caution: Strong waves expected from 2 AM-7 AM — not ideal for kids (5.0ft waves)
Tide Shift Notice
High Tide at 12:07 PM: Some shore areas may narrow
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: 3/5/2026, 1:15:00 AM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01:00 | 48° | 0 | 3 mph | 0 |
| 02:00 | 47° | 0 | 3 mph | 0 |
| 03:00 | 46° | 0 | 3 mph | 0 |
| 04:00 | 44° | 0 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 05:00 | 44° | 0 | 2 mph | 0 |
| 06:00 | 44° | 0 | 3 mph | 0 |
| 07:00 | 45° | 0 | 7 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 3/5/2026, 1:15:00 AM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01:00 | 57°F | 5.1 ft | 7s | ↖ NW | +0.8 ft |
| 02:00 | 57°F | 5 ft | 7s | ↖ NW | -0.2 ft |
| 03:00 | 57°F | 4.9 ft | 7s | ↖ NW | -1.2 ft |
| 04:00 | 57°F | 4.8 ft | 8s | ↖ NW | -1.9 ft |
| 05:00 | 57°F | 4.7 ft | 8s | ↖ NW | -2.2 ft |
| 06:00 | 57°F | 4.7 ft | 8s | ↖ NW | -1.9 ft |
| 07:00 | 57°F | 4.7 ft | 8s | ↖ NW | -1.3 ft |