The beach area winds through the Marina Dunes Natural Preserves, and provides for scenic panoramic view of Monterey Bay National Marine …
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Aug 10, 2023
Our small family thoroughly enjoyed this beach. It is extremely uncrowded, very spacious, with dramatic dunes leading down from the parking lot to the water. On a windy afternoon, you might see, hang… Full review by jamish2007
Jun 15, 2023
This beach, in the center of the crescent of Monterey Bay, is a peaceful, quiet, walkable and enjoyable beach setting. The waves gently wash the shore creating a calm atmosphere. It is a great place … Full review by Phil N
May 20, 2023
This beach was a short walk from our hotel. It has onsite bathrooms and a small parking area with nearby hiking trails. It was not overcrowded, even on Mother's Day weekend. The sand dunes separat… Full review by Wendy N
Someone put that they were advised not to go on the beach after dark - can anyone explain why? Are there dangerous tides or is there a crime risk? We are looking for somewhere to view sunrise/sunset.
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It's a good place to see the sunset. Did not feel unsafe at all. As for "dangerous tides"? I wouldn't worry because at this time of year you will not be in the water! Do know this is not the …
It's a good place to see the sunset. Did not feel unsafe at all. As for "dangerous tides"? I wouldn't worry because at this time of year you will not be in the water! Do know this is not the most beautiful beach in the world and a much nicer one is at Carmel..
We have a group of 6 adults who will be visiting on September 3rd to celebrate our 60th birthdays. My husband is in a wheelchair. Do they have access to the beach, or do you have chairs available that can get through the sand. In another words, can we spend time on the beach as a group? Thanks so very much for any help and answers you can provide. Laurie Pascoe 970-275-2451
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Not that I know of. The beach is very long with many many access points. One is just right down the block from where I live and it is the definition of not wheel chair friendly. Not even …
Not that I know of. The beach is very long with many many access points. One is just right down the block from where I live and it is the definition of not wheel chair friendly. Not even old adult friendly. But the beaches further south in Monterrey are often very friendly. I would suggest Municipal Beach. It can't get much friendlier than that.
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