Emerald Bay
4.2★ · 31 Google ratings, California
✓ Short walk✓ Restrooms
At a glance
Parking
Not mapped
Walk
120 ft · under a minute
Restrooms
Yes · 275 yd away
Water
75°F · modelled, no buoy nearby
Tide
5 ft range today
Sand
175 yd from the water to the back
Water quality
Good · 4% of 55 over the limit · 2025
Map of Emerald Bay
Guide
Good to know
Expect a secluded setting
The beach feels private and quiet, with few visitors, though public beach access exists under California law.
Time your visit for sunset
Reviewers highlight the dramatic vista from the highway and specifically mention catching the sunset as a worthwhile goal.
Access is difficult or restricted
Multiple reviewers report gates and security blocking road access, with one suggesting sea entry as the only option.
Bring snorkeling gear
The bay's clear water and cliff protection create calm conditions ideal for snorkeling, though reviewers warn to avoid rocks.
Conditions
How it is right now
Air
67°F · clear
Water
75°F · modelled, no buoy nearby
Waves
3.1 ft · 10 s apart
Wind
3 mph from the WNW
Shelter
Offshore · wind blowing off the land
UV index
8 peak today
| Time | Tide | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 15:20 | High tide | ↑ |
| 23:47 | Low tide | ↓ |
Last updated Sep 4, 5:40 AM.
Practical
Plan your visit
📍 California 92651
🌊 Water 120 ft away, under a minute walk
🚽 Restrooms 275 yd away
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Questions
Common questions
How far is the walk to the water at Emerald Bay?
120 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 Emerald Bay have restrooms?
Restrooms are mapped 275 yd from the listing.
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