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Carmel City Beach / Carmel River Beach

Ocean Avenue, Carmel, CA 93921
831 649 2836
Ranked #2 of 35 attractions in Carmel
4.5 of 5 stars 137 Reviews
Type: Beaches
Activities: Sunbathing, Birdwatching
Traveler Description:  The Carmel City Beach and the Carmel River Beach are two of the most scenic beaches in this area.  The pristine white sandy beach at Carmel is a... more »
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california
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

This beach has a wonderful sandbar that is just long enough to give you a good workout without overdoing it.. Gorgeous ocean view, a little windy, but plenty of space for everyone to feel good about a walk on the beach. This is also dog friendly, and clean! More

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Saint Paul, Minnesota
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

Great spot to watch the sunset, and make sure to walk down the beach toward the golf course. More

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San Francisco, California
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

Amazing soft sand, long stretch of beach for a good walk, beautiful scenery all around. Decent restrooms by the parking area, too. More

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Port Charlotte, Florida
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

Carmel Beach is at the end of Ocean Ave., the central shopoing street of Carmel. The beach is wide with bluffs above it. Nearby are some charming streets that are fascinating to drive. More

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Santa Rosa, California
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012

This is what it's all about. People from every walk of life. Family's, couples, solo's, surfer's, and dog's. The place to be. The sand is perfect. Don't miss sunset. More

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Salinas, California
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012

always a slight breeze! beautiful scenery! dangerous water. really beautiful!! lots of dogs everywhere, enjoying leash less freedom! More

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Sacramento, California
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012

Off leash heaven for our dogs. Neither Cocoa or Diva had been to the ocean before, they thoroughly enjoyed the off leash freedom and all the wonderful new smells. They also enjoyed meeting all the other dogs loving the freedom offered here! Everyone was pleasant and the dogs were very curious and friendly with each other. Could not ask for... More

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Baton Rouge, Louisiana
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012

The location, the beauty of the waters, the wind and the general atmosphere of people, animinals running and playing on the beach. An exciting location to visit. More

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Reno, Nevada
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18 reviews 18 reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2012

Lovely white sands, lots of sun beautiful ocean with some waves. Clean is my overall impression and can't wait to go back More

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Fair Oaks, California
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37 reviews 37 reviews
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21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2012

The white-soft sand is delightful as always. Locals and tourists alike flow down there, often with dogs, like believers moving toward Mecca. More

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