South Beach (California 94937)
4.8★ · 20 Google ratings, California
✓ Short walk✓ Restrooms
At a glance
Parking
Not mapped
Walk
70 ft · under a minute
Restrooms
Yes · 300 yd away
Water
61°F
Tide
3 ft range today
Length
12 miles of shoreline
Sand
125 yd from the water to the back
Map of South Beach (California 94937)

Guide
Good to know
Come in early April
Billions of vellella wash ashore across miles of beach, creating a remarkable natural spectacle.
Plan for a long walk
The beach stretches for miles with minimal crowds, making it ideal for extended solitary walks.
Expect strong waves and currents
Conditions are hazardous with dangerous surf and powerful waves that surfers seek.
Check bathroom status before visiting
Facility conditions vary, with some reviewers reporting broken bathrooms and others reporting clean ones.
Bring layers for wind
The beach can be windy, particularly in the evening and shoulder seasons.
Conditions
How it is right now
Air
59°F · partly cloudy
Water
61°F
Waves
4.9 ft · 10 s apart
Wind
4 mph from the W
Shelter
Onshore · wind blowing straight in off the water
UV index
3 peak today
| Time | Tide | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 06:32 | High tide | ↑ |
| 10:02 | Low tide | ↓ |
| 16:41 | High tide | ↑ |
Last updated Sep 4, 5:41 AM.
Practical
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📍 California 94937, United States
🌊 Water 70 ft away, under a minute walk
🚽 Restrooms 300 yd away
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Questions
Common questions
How far is the walk to the water at South Beach?
70 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 South Beach have restrooms?
Restrooms are mapped 300 yd from the listing.
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