Schooner Gulch State Beach
4.9★ · 28 Google ratings, California
✓ Short walk
Map of Schooner Gulch State Beach
Guide
Good to know
Go for solitude and exploration
This secluded beach rarely gets crowded and offers interesting rock formations and driftwood.
Time your visit for sunset
Reviewers specifically note that sunsets here are exceptional.
Check tide tables before visiting
Low tide is required to see Bowling Ball Beach and access the full rock formations.
Wear long pants on the trail
Stinging nettle plants line the hiking path and can irritate bare legs.
Arrive early for parking
The lot is very small and fills quickly on busy days.
Conditions
How it is right now
Air
60°F · clear
Water
59°F
Waves
6.6 ft · 10 s apart
Wind
6 mph from the N
Shelter
Cross-shore · wind running along the beach
UV index
5 peak today
| Time | Tide | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 06:32 | High tide | ↑ |
| 10:16 | Low tide | ↓ |
| 16:51 | High tide | ↑ |
Last updated Sep 4, 5:41 AM.
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Questions
Common questions
How far is the walk to the water at Schooner Gulch State Beach?
310 ft in a straight line from the listing to the mapped shoreline, about 1 min. Soft sand and dune make the real walk longer than the straight line.
Does Schooner Gulch State Beach have restrooms?
No restrooms are mapped within 600 m on OpenStreetMap. That means nobody has mapped any, which is not the same as there being none.
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