Sunset is something that adjusts every day based on the Earth's rotation of the sun and tilt angle. When we were there, I checked for the sunset times on my weather app on my phone. We were able to watch the sunset the first night at Pelican Grille and the second night at the street level overlooking the Corona Del Mar beach.

Various restrooms along the main beach and a really highly rated restaurant/ snack bar, Pirate’s Cove is just a tiny space..nothing but water, sand and rocks. See Gilligan’s Island open for view of Pirates Cove! As the Minnow sails out, the jetty is on top of scene, Pirate’s Cove at the bottom. Parking on beach level if you arrive early, 9 AM, lot fills quickly. parking on cliff top above is in a residential area and can be a long, long walk carrying gear. Especially down stairs, maybe 150 or so.

The fire pits are the best and you get s view of the channel.

Yes, in several areas and there is a long paved walkway along the inlet.

no towels at the beach nor shops at the beach to buy towels. there are a few drug stores/grocery stores in town (not walk-able to the beach) that sell towels. if you are staying at a hotel, perhaps borrow a bath towel or two for the beach visit .

Yes, you can fish off the jetty but not on the beach. Hope this helps.