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Castle Rock Beach
4.4★ · 64 Google ratings · Los Angeles, California
✓ Parking✓ Short walk✓ Restrooms✓ Free
At a glance
Parking
275 yd away · free · fills up
Walk
80 ft · under a minute
Restrooms
Yes · 575 yd away
Cost
Free
Water
74°F
Tide
5 ft range today
Sand
300 ft from the water to the back
Map of Castle Rock Beach
Guide
Good to know
Go for sunset photography
The scenic overlook and reliable sunset views make this a favorite spot for photographers and picnickers.
Visit fall or winter for solitude
Reviewers consistently report the beach feels nearly empty during cooler months, offering a peaceful experience.
Free parking reported
Visitors report no charge to park here.Mentioned by 3 visitors · 2017–2026
Expect difficult parking
Street parking is limited and enforcement has increased; bring patience or arrive very early to find a spot.
Check beach cleanliness before going
Water and sand quality varies; visit on clear days after good weather rather than after storms.
Bring a picnic, not kids
The beach works well for quiet relaxation and picnicking, but parking constraints make it less suitable for families.
Conditions
How it is right now
Air
68°F · clear
Water
74°F
Waves
2.8 ft · 10 s apart
Wind
7 mph from the W
Shelter
Cross-shore · wind running along the beach
UV index
8 peak today
| Time | Tide | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 15:25 | High tide | ↑ |
| 23:49 | Low tide | ↓ |
Last updated Sep 4, 4:35 AM.
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📍 Los Angeles, CA 90272
🅿 Parking 275 yd from the listing
🌊 Water 80 ft away, under a minute walk
🚽 Restrooms 575 yd away
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Questions
Common questions
Where do you park at Castle Rock Beach?
The nearest mapped parking area is 275 yd from the listed location. Positions come from OpenStreetMap, not from review text.
How far is the walk to the water at Castle Rock Beach?
80 ft in a straight line from the listing to the mapped shoreline, under a minute. Soft sand and dune make the real walk longer than the straight line.
Does Castle Rock Beach have restrooms?
Restrooms are mapped 575 yd from the listing.
Measured from OpenStreetMap, public aerial imagery and live conditions data, and counted from visitor reviews. Every source, in full.
