When we were there there was a wind and surf advisory. Totally spectacular. Don't miss the sunsets! More

It is a beautiful Cali beach. Can get chilly so bring a sweatshirt even in summer sometimes. Great place to people and dog watch More

Great views and hiking trails. Knowledgeable staff and great views of sea otters! Great afternoon stop just off of hwy 1! More

My most Favorite Northern California Beach!!! Especially September-April. Dog Friendly with mindful guardians/(._.)\ Clean white sand, volunteers cleanup third Sat. of each month. Night family bond fires in cozy coves, surf contest, just plan O' d' JOY! See you at the beach with my PUP/(._.)\ More

We came to Monterey/Carmel area to get married, and learned that on certain sections on the beach, they allow "warming fires" until 10:00 p.m. We ended up having an amazing "rehearsal dinner" there - brought take out from Monterey's Tarpy's Road House - had a fire, beer, songs, smores...30 guests and an evening we'll always remember! More

Lovely area - lots of people out walking - and with their dogs: Incredible trees - really enjoyed it. More

Another perfect beach in a perfect setting. I highly encourage you to check it out. More

2011 storms have destroyed the parking. The restrooms are closed. The beach is a grand and beatiful expanse back by a lovely lagoon and fronted by a small bay capturing the Pacific between Carmel Point and Point Lobos. It is famous for sneaker waves that rise out of the bay without warning and carry people out to sea. Be careful.... More

Beautiful beach, although on december it was too cold. But perfect to go and sit for a while and talk. More