Tennessee Beach, CA
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Wind Alert
Wind Alert: Gusty conditions from 1 AM-3 AM (Apr 17) — secure umbrellas & shade (17mph)
Surf Caution
Surf Caution: Strong waves expected from 10 PM-3 AM — not ideal for kids (4.9ft waves)
About This Beach
Tennessee Valley Beach is a picturesque coastal cove accessible via a relatively easy, flat hike of approximately 1.5-2 miles. The beach itself is small, characterized by black sand and dramatic rock formations offering stunning views of the Pacific Ocean. While restrooms are available, other amenities are minimal, contributing to its secluded and peaceful atmosphere, though it can get crowded on weekends.
*Click a parking icon on the map to draw the shortest path to the nearest entrance.
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 4/16/2026, 9:15:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:00 | 57° | 0 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 22:00 | 56° | 0 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 23:00 | 55° | 0 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 00:00 | 56° | 0 | 13 mph | 0 |
| 01:00 | 55° | 0 | 17 mph | 0 |
| 02:00 | 55° | 0 | 17 mph | 0 |
| 03:00 | 54° | 0 | 17 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 4/16/2026, 9:15:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:00 | 60°F | 5.1 ft | 8s | ↖ NW | +2.7 ft |
| 22:00 | 60°F | 4.9 ft | 8s | ↖ NW | +3.2 ft |
| 23:00 | 60°F | 4.9 ft | 8s | ↖ NW | +3.1 ft |
| 00:00 | 59°F | 4.7 ft | 8s | ↖ NW | +2.3 ft |
| 01:00 | 59°F | 4.6 ft | 9s | ↖ NW | +0.9 ft |
| 02:00 | 59°F | 4.5 ft | 9s | ↖ NW | -0.8 ft |
| 03:00 | 59°F | 4.3 ft | 9s | ↖ NW | -2.2 ft |